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PotlatchDeltic utilizes an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework to identify, assess and mitigate significant risks facing the Company, including risks related to a range of corporate responsibility topics. The Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and senior management have primary responsibility for the oversight of risks facing the Company. Certain material risks facing our business are discussed in our annual report on Form 10-K under Part I – Item 1A. Risk Factors.

The Risk Committee, comprised of senior managers of the Company, conducts a risk assessment process, which includes evaluating the risk universe, emerging risks, and the risk attributes of likelihood, impact, velocity, and mitigation control strength. Risks are mapped into a matrix which identifies the significant risk areas for internal focus.

The Risk Committee Chair meets with the Audit Committee to discuss key inherent risks the ERM process has identified, current mitigation measures, and the resulting residual risks. This meeting also provides the Audit Committee an opportunity to share their key risk areas of concern. The full Board of Directors also reviews the results of the ERM process.  As business leaders prepare their strategic plans for the year, they incorporate risks and mitigation measures into their plans, as appropriate.

Specific risks related to environmental issues and climate change are identified, assessed, and mitigated where feasible as part of our ERM process. In addition, our Environmental Management System (EMS) and Corporate Responsibility review, which are conducted annually at the business unit level, evaluate business risks and opportunities, including climate-related risks and opportunities.

The Corporate Responsibility Management Committee identifies and reviews climate-related risks across our business units and prioritizes them based on environmental and financial impact. PotlatchDeltic will continue to enhance its ERM framework for our businesses to identify and seek to mitigate emerging or shifting risks and opportunities. 

Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws.  Words such as “annually,” “continue,” “opportunity,” “plans,” “seek,” “will,” and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements.  These statements reflect management’s views of future events based on assumptions and are therefore subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, and are not guarantees of future conduct, results, or policies.  Please view the Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information on page 134 of PotlatchDeltic’s 2022 ESG Report.

MPLX, the midstream segment of Marathon Petroleum, presented the Utica Shale Academy in Salineville, Ohio, with a $20,000 grant for its outdoor welding program. The school purchased fire-resistant personal protective gear, crucial for the safety and comfort of students involved in the program.

Emery Tyson, Utica Region Operations Director for MPLX, was touched by the academy’s needs and the potential impact of this donation.

“We deeply believe that safety comes first, so supporting personal protective equipment needs of students learning valuable trades is an honor,” said Tyson.

The tuition-free school is open to students in grades 9-12 who are considering an alternative career path in the trade workforce. Its focus is on dropout prevention and recovery through career education. The donation from MPLX and Marathon Petroleum is a significant boost to the academy’s efforts to serve its 130 students from 26 school districts.

“The Utica Shale Academy has had such great successes that their enrollment has really grown, and we wanted to be able to help support that,” said Tina Rush, Community Relations Representative for MPLX.

MPLX, the midstream segment of Marathon Petroleum, presented the Utica Shale Academy in Salineville, Ohio, with a $20,000 grant for its outdoor welding program. The school purchased fire-resistant personal protective gear, crucial for the safety and comfort of students involved in the program.

Emery Tyson, Utica Region Operations Director for MPLX, was touched by the academy’s needs and the potential impact of this donation.

“We deeply believe that safety comes first, so supporting personal protective equipment needs of students learning valuable trades is an honor,” said Tyson.

The tuition-free school is open to students in grades 9-12 who are considering an alternative career path in the trade workforce. Its focus is on dropout prevention and recovery through career education. The donation from MPLX and Marathon Petroleum is a significant boost to the academy’s efforts to serve its 130 students from 26 school districts.

“The Utica Shale Academy has had such great successes that their enrollment has really grown, and we wanted to be able to help support that,” said Tina Rush, Community Relations Representative for MPLX.

Christina Shim has been appointed as IBM’s Chief Sustainability Officer. Christina, formerly the global head of IBM Sustainability Software, brings almost 20 years of experience at the intersection of business, technology, and impact.

Wayne Balta, IBM’s Chief Sustainability Officer, is retiring effective June 15. He will be succeeded by Christina Shim, Vice President, Product Management, IBM Sustainability Software, effective May 2.

During a remarkable 40-year career, Wayne has been the steward of IBM’s commitment to environmental leadership and at the forefront of driving the company’s global environmental results. He has also helped sustain the company’s leadership on product safety. He is the architect of the global environmental management system that has ensured IBM’s regulatory compliance and also enabled voluntary leadership initiatives which have garnered extensive recognition for IBM. His external eminence includes the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Association for Environmental Management, and being named a White House “Champion of Change” by President Obama.

“At IBM, we are always looking for new ways to unlock the power of technology and transform our operations to become more efficient, increase productivity, and create a better employee and customer experience,” said Joanne Wright, Senior Vice President, Transformation and Operations at IBM. “We are excited about this announcement, and we are confident that Christina’s expertise will build on top of Wayne’s legacy to advance our sustainability efforts even further.” 

Christina currently leads IBM’s sustainability software business, driving growth, partnerships and innovation using AI and hybrid cloud. She also serves on IBM’s AI Ethics Board and ESG Executive Steering Committee. Christina has transformed and created strategy and operations for Fortune 500 firms, startups, non-profits and government organizations globally. She was recently recognized as one of Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Next Gen on climate change, and has represented IBM on climate change and the intersection of AI and sustainability in the media, at COP and the World Energy Congress.

“I’m thrilled to take on this new challenge and keep driving forward IBM’s important environmental work leveraging the power of technology,” said Christina Shim, IBM’s Chief Sustainability Officer. “IBM serves as client zero for many of the technologies it brings to market, leveraging our own solutions and innovations to make a lasting, positive impact through sustainability and in our business. From minimizing climate-related risks to creating and implementing industry solutions that harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and hybrid cloud, we will create more pathways to better conserve natural resources and reduce environmental impact.”

IBM has a track record of setting precedents; it has held environmental commitments for over 50 years and continues to lead the charge through research, advocacy, and coalitions. In addition, we believe AI-powered solutions can be a powerful tool for sustainability by accelerating problem-solving and helping us address climate change. Aligned with this vision, Christina will bring to her new role top industry practices in sustainability, including a deeper implementation of technology and infusion of data and AI into daily operations to further advance IBM’s sustainability journey.

Christina Shim has been appointed as IBM’s Chief Sustainability Officer. Christina, formerly the global head of IBM Sustainability Software, brings almost 20 years of experience at the intersection of business, technology, and impact.

Wayne Balta, IBM’s Chief Sustainability Officer, is retiring effective June 15. He will be succeeded by Christina Shim, Vice President, Product Management, IBM Sustainability Software, effective May 2.

During a remarkable 40-year career, Wayne has been the steward of IBM’s commitment to environmental leadership and at the forefront of driving the company’s global environmental results. He has also helped sustain the company’s leadership on product safety. He is the architect of the global environmental management system that has ensured IBM’s regulatory compliance and also enabled voluntary leadership initiatives which have garnered extensive recognition for IBM. His external eminence includes the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Association for Environmental Management, and being named a White House “Champion of Change” by President Obama.

“At IBM, we are always looking for new ways to unlock the power of technology and transform our operations to become more efficient, increase productivity, and create a better employee and customer experience,” said Joanne Wright, Senior Vice President, Transformation and Operations at IBM. “We are excited about this announcement, and we are confident that Christina’s expertise will build on top of Wayne’s legacy to advance our sustainability efforts even further.” 

Christina currently leads IBM’s sustainability software business, driving growth, partnerships and innovation using AI and hybrid cloud. She also serves on IBM’s AI Ethics Board and ESG Executive Steering Committee. Christina has transformed and created strategy and operations for Fortune 500 firms, startups, non-profits and government organizations globally. She was recently recognized as one of Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Next Gen on climate change, and has represented IBM on climate change and the intersection of AI and sustainability in the media, at COP and the World Energy Congress.

“I’m thrilled to take on this new challenge and keep driving forward IBM’s important environmental work leveraging the power of technology,” said Christina Shim, IBM’s Chief Sustainability Officer. “IBM serves as client zero for many of the technologies it brings to market, leveraging our own solutions and innovations to make a lasting, positive impact through sustainability and in our business. From minimizing climate-related risks to creating and implementing industry solutions that harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and hybrid cloud, we will create more pathways to better conserve natural resources and reduce environmental impact.”

IBM has a track record of setting precedents; it has held environmental commitments for over 50 years and continues to lead the charge through research, advocacy, and coalitions. In addition, we believe AI-powered solutions can be a powerful tool for sustainability by accelerating problem-solving and helping us address climate change. Aligned with this vision, Christina will bring to her new role top industry practices in sustainability, including a deeper implementation of technology and infusion of data and AI into daily operations to further advance IBM’s sustainability journey.

By Jason Hartke, Ph.D.

“Today, the rise of healthy buildings is unmistakable,” said Sarah Robinson Enaharo at the opening of last year’s WELL Summit in Washington, D.C. “All around the world, we see a growing demand for spaces and places that help people thrive.”

As the Director of Global Sustainability, Health and Wellness at Milliken and Company, Sarah is more than a contributor to this shift; she is a driving force behind it.

Leveraging her background in engineering and technology management, Sarah’s work has always epitomized the leadership necessary to advance integrated solutions in health and sustainability. With a strong commitment to innovation, Sarah’s efforts at Milliken have focused on working to seamlessly bridge environmental stewardship, health and resilience, providing support to the industrial, manufacturing, NGO, and government sectors.

An influential voice and widely recognized expert, Sarah holds several important advisory roles, including USGBC’s LEED Steering Committee, ASID’s DEI Committee, the National Center for Healthy Housing’s Board of Directors, and IWBI’s Health Equity Advisory. Recognized for her leadership, she was also named a Greenbiz 30 under 30 and is a frequent contributor to roundtables and industry events on the circular economy, material health and indoor air quality.

Recently, we had a chance to connect with Sarah to discuss her innovative work in sustainability and health and hear more about how she is driving change in these important areas.

Q: You’ve spent most of your career working as a leader at the intersection of sustainability and health. Could you describe the influences that have shaped your leadership style and outline your approach to driving integrated sustainable practices?
I began my career working in project management for a diverse, family-owned general contractor in Washington, D.C., and what I experienced during that time continues to shape my leadership style today. There were so many trades and moving pieces working in concert at the same time – and what I appreciated then and reflect on now is the role that allowing everyone to have a seat at the table can play in delivering outstanding results.

Our projects focused largely on building schools, so there was this sense that we were coming together to advance the greater good. It was a beautiful feeling to work together on projects we believed in – and to feel respected and appreciated for what we each brought to this collective effort. Today, I apply the lessons learned from those early experiences to my leadership role at Milliken and within the sustainability community at large – because there’s still no greater feeling than working together with others to accomplish great things for the benefit of all.

I try to approach driving integrated sustainable practices with thoughtfulness and intention. Sustainability for me begins with the personal choices I make each day, because I do not believe it’s possible to maintain a sustained commitment to this work without having it shape the way you live your life. I’ve embraced a holistic approach to sustainability that considers the environmental, economic and social aspects of my daily life that contribute to a more sustainable future for my family and my community – and then I get to come to work each day and do my part to make a difference on a much larger scale.

Q: You’ve been so instrumental in how Milliken has embraced opportunities to demonstrate health leadership. Could you highlight some key initiatives you’re leading at Milliken to achieve the company’s ambitious health and sustainability goals
What I love about working at Milliken and what attracted me to the company was the earnestness of their commitment to innovating to reduce resource use, promote health, and contribute to circularity. I feel fortunate to have played a role in extending Milliken’s sustainability leadership with strategic partnerships like the one we recently announced with the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).

Leading the charge to meet eligibility requirements for the Works with WELL trademark license and now being able to affirm with our customers that Milliken floor covering products contribute to the achieving of specific strategies outlined in the WELL Building Standard (WELL) is a professional accomplishment that I will always be proud of.

Recently, our team sought to understand how our floor covering products can contribute to a neuro-inclusive workplace. We partnered with Henigan Consulting Group and Sapio Research to develop a guide for creating a neuro-inclusive workplace. The white paper we produced, Designing a Neuro-Inclusive Workplace, incorporates the latest research on neurodiversity in business, with sources including academic research papers, output by charities for neurodiversity, and research by companies with expertise in specific areas of design. This is some of the most satisfying work I get to do – meeting people with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to explore practical health and wellness considerations that ultimately benefit everyone.

Q: You played a big role in the WELL Summit last year, and I know you plan to be at the inaugural WELL Conference in Long Beach next week. Why are you so excited about this year’s event?
I’m excited to immerse myself in a dynamic environment filled with insightful discussions, innovative ideas, and the latest trends. It will be great to connect with friends and meet others embarking on this journey. The Friday tour to L’Oréal’s West Coast Headquarters will be a treat.

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By Jason Hartke, Ph.D.

“Today, the rise of healthy buildings is unmistakable,” said Sarah Robinson Enaharo at the opening of last year’s WELL Summit in Washington, D.C. “All around the world, we see a growing demand for spaces and places that help people thrive.”

As the Director of Global Sustainability, Health and Wellness at Milliken and Company, Sarah is more than a contributor to this shift; she is a driving force behind it.

Leveraging her background in engineering and technology management, Sarah’s work has always epitomized the leadership necessary to advance integrated solutions in health and sustainability. With a strong commitment to innovation, Sarah’s efforts at Milliken have focused on working to seamlessly bridge environmental stewardship, health and resilience, providing support to the industrial, manufacturing, NGO, and government sectors.

An influential voice and widely recognized expert, Sarah holds several important advisory roles, including USGBC’s LEED Steering Committee, ASID’s DEI Committee, the National Center for Healthy Housing’s Board of Directors, and IWBI’s Health Equity Advisory. Recognized for her leadership, she was also named a Greenbiz 30 under 30 and is a frequent contributor to roundtables and industry events on the circular economy, material health and indoor air quality.

Recently, we had a chance to connect with Sarah to discuss her innovative work in sustainability and health and hear more about how she is driving change in these important areas.

Q: You’ve spent most of your career working as a leader at the intersection of sustainability and health. Could you describe the influences that have shaped your leadership style and outline your approach to driving integrated sustainable practices?
I began my career working in project management for a diverse, family-owned general contractor in Washington, D.C., and what I experienced during that time continues to shape my leadership style today. There were so many trades and moving pieces working in concert at the same time – and what I appreciated then and reflect on now is the role that allowing everyone to have a seat at the table can play in delivering outstanding results.

Our projects focused largely on building schools, so there was this sense that we were coming together to advance the greater good. It was a beautiful feeling to work together on projects we believed in – and to feel respected and appreciated for what we each brought to this collective effort. Today, I apply the lessons learned from those early experiences to my leadership role at Milliken and within the sustainability community at large – because there’s still no greater feeling than working together with others to accomplish great things for the benefit of all.

I try to approach driving integrated sustainable practices with thoughtfulness and intention. Sustainability for me begins with the personal choices I make each day, because I do not believe it’s possible to maintain a sustained commitment to this work without having it shape the way you live your life. I’ve embraced a holistic approach to sustainability that considers the environmental, economic and social aspects of my daily life that contribute to a more sustainable future for my family and my community – and then I get to come to work each day and do my part to make a difference on a much larger scale.

Q: You’ve been so instrumental in how Milliken has embraced opportunities to demonstrate health leadership. Could you highlight some key initiatives you’re leading at Milliken to achieve the company’s ambitious health and sustainability goals
What I love about working at Milliken and what attracted me to the company was the earnestness of their commitment to innovating to reduce resource use, promote health, and contribute to circularity. I feel fortunate to have played a role in extending Milliken’s sustainability leadership with strategic partnerships like the one we recently announced with the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).

Leading the charge to meet eligibility requirements for the Works with WELL trademark license and now being able to affirm with our customers that Milliken floor covering products contribute to the achieving of specific strategies outlined in the WELL Building Standard (WELL) is a professional accomplishment that I will always be proud of.

Recently, our team sought to understand how our floor covering products can contribute to a neuro-inclusive workplace. We partnered with Henigan Consulting Group and Sapio Research to develop a guide for creating a neuro-inclusive workplace. The white paper we produced, Designing a Neuro-Inclusive Workplace, incorporates the latest research on neurodiversity in business, with sources including academic research papers, output by charities for neurodiversity, and research by companies with expertise in specific areas of design. This is some of the most satisfying work I get to do – meeting people with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to explore practical health and wellness considerations that ultimately benefit everyone.

Q: You played a big role in the WELL Summit last year, and I know you plan to be at the inaugural WELL Conference in Long Beach next week. Why are you so excited about this year’s event?
I’m excited to immerse myself in a dynamic environment filled with insightful discussions, innovative ideas, and the latest trends. It will be great to connect with friends and meet others embarking on this journey. The Friday tour to L’Oréal’s West Coast Headquarters will be a treat.

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On April 19, 2024, the Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce (GLAAACC) presented the Corporation of the Year Award to AEG, the world’s leading sports and live entertainment, for the work the company has been doing towards the advancement of Los Angeles-based African American businesses.

The award was received by Christina Tulfo, AEG’s Supplier Diversity Manager, during the Chamber’s 30th Annual Economic Awards Gala which highlights and recognizes corporations, small businesses, and individuals who have been most responsive to the African American community.

“Receiving this award is a great honor for our organization and confirms the alignment in our two organization’s visions,” said Christina Tulfo. “Like our GLAAACC partners, we advocate equity for our African American-owned businesses and continue to develop strategies that promote their growth. We look forward to further collaborating with GLAAACC, at the national level, to ensure African American-owned businesses achieve further economic success.” added Maricruz Saucedo, VP Supply Chain and Operations Strategy.

“Through persistent outreach, internally and externally, AEG continues to partner with these amazing businesses,” said Scott Bosarge, SVP, Business Services, for AEG. “It starts with the AEG internal stakeholders and their dedication to ensure we’re positioned properly and transparently, while intentionally engaging our community partners when opportunities arise.”

The Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce (GLAAACC) was established in 1991 by a group of business owners and executives led by Gene Hale, President of G&C Equipment Corporation and the late Homer Broome, former president of Marvid Associates. Their vision was to create an organization that would serve as an advocate for African American-owned business enterprises and to promote their growth and expansion into the international arena. To learn more about the Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce, please click here.

We are proud to announce that Comcast has been recognized as a 5 Star Employer in the VETS Indexes Employer Awards for the fourth consecutive year. The award is a testament to our longstanding commitment to creating meaningful employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive company culture for military-connected talent.

“The extraordinary efforts of Comcast Cable to hire, retain and support veterans and the military-connected community have earned the organization one of our highest awards,” said George Altman, President of VETS Indexes.

“Competition for the VETS Indexes Employer Awards was tougher than ever in 2024, as a record number of organizations participated. Even with hundreds of employers in the running, the veterans program at Comcast Cable stood out from the rest. Congratulations to Comcast Cable on this outstanding achievement!” Altman said.

VETS Indexes’ annual assessment of employers focuses on areas such as veteran hiring and retention data, the integration of veteran-friendly policies, support for National Guard and Reserve members, and assistance provided to military spouses and families. The 5 Star Employer Award represents the organization’s highest honor.

“We are honored to be named a 5 Star Employer for the fourth year in a row,” said Mona Dexter, Comcast NBCUniversal’s Vice President of Military & Veteran Affairs. “Our commitment to the military community is central to our mission and values at Comcast NBCUniversal.”

We have benefited greatly from having a strong network of military-connected team members across our organization, and this award reinforces our dedication to continuously enhancing our inclusive workplace and to creating avenues where the unique talents of veterans and their families are recognized and valued.

MONA DEXTER
Comcast NBCUniversal’s Vice President of Military & Veteran Affairs

Comcast NBCUniversal has hired more than 21,000 veterans, military spouses, and National Guard and Reserve members since 2015. As part of our ongoing efforts to create an inclusive and empowering workplace for our military-connected teammates, we offer several unique benefits and programs, including our Veterans Network Employee Resource Group, a dedicated Military Concierge service, Guard and Reserve Leave, Differential Pay, and Military Spouse Transfer Assistance.

In addition to our VETS Indexes 5 Star Employer designation, Comcast NBCUniversal was also recognized as one of nation’s top companies for veterans in the Military Times’ “Best for Vets” rankings, as a Gold-level Military Friendly® and Military Spouse Friendly® Employer by Viqtory Media, and as a Top Veteran Employer by Military.com.

Originally published by Laura Kohler, Chief Sustainable Living Officer at Kohler Co. on LinkedIn

Water is a basic human right, yet millions of people in our own country – and billions around the globe – don’t have running water or toilets in their homes.

Don’t get me wrong, we have made progress in addressing this unacceptable condition – thanks in a large part to legislation like the Water for the World Act of 2014, the efforts of late Senator Paul Simon, who was the inspiration for the Act, his wife Patti Simon, Rep. Earl Blumenauer, Samantha Power and USAID, Bruno Pigott and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and organizations and coalitions like IAPMO, the Millennium Water Alliance (MWA) and WaterAid America, among so many others from the public and private sector.

And so much more needs to be done.

My message to a group of bipartisan leaders, plumbing industry executives and water advocates in Washington yesterday: We might be competitors outside of this room, but when it comes to solving water, sanitation, and hygiene challenges, we must be collaborators and accelerate our collective efforts if we want to achieve sustainable and equitable water and sanitation for all.

Kohler Co. is in!