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As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape learning and development (L&D), EHS managers face growing pressure to evaluate tools that can accelerate training creation, lower development costs, and support workforce compliance. Modern AI tools promise to compress weeks of instructional design into hours—offering rapid translation, automated quiz creation, and video generation.

Recent learning and development trends show that AI is becoming a central driver of instructional design, content development, learner engagement, and workforce training strategy. The most effective uses of AI move beyond ad hoc experimentation and rely on a deliberate, human-centered approach grounded in user oversight, AI literacy, accessibility, adaptability, and avoidance of technological shortcuts. For EHS training teams, these trends reinforce the need to evaluate AI-enabled tools not only for speed and automation, but also for accuracy, usability, governance, and their ability to support effective learning outcomes.

However, EHS training differs fundamentally from general corporate L&D. High-stakes industrial environments carry zero margin for error: inaccurate safety guidance, missing regulatory nuances, or poorly structured learning modules can directly lead to workplace safety incidents, regulatory violations, and lost productivity. While AI can streamline workflows, it cannot replace human judgment, expertise, and oversight.

Key Comparison: EHS Training Ecosystems

To select the right training format, EHS leaders must understand how AI fits within the broader ecosystem of learning delivery models:

Training Ecosystem	Primary Benefits	Key Limitations & Considerations
In-Person	Hands-on experience, direct personal interaction, real-time coaching, strong team networking.	Difficult to scale across sites, high administrative burden, scheduling conflicts.
eLearning	Easy completion tracking, automated assignment, structured SCORM/LMS reporting.	Content can become dry or generic; high initial development costs; static material.
AI-Enabled	Rapid content creation, personalized learning paths, custom microlearning.	Requires rigorous human oversight; potential for hallucinations, bias, and IP risks.
Blended Learning	Combines digital efficiency with practical hands-on application and human validation.	Requires deliberate program design and cross-team coordination.

Why Human Input is Critical: The 5 Blind Spots of AI

While AI can efficiently generate text draft outlines or baseline slides, EHS leaders must guard against five critical limitations where human oversight is non-negotiable:

1. Data Dependency & Content Accuracy: AI systems rely entirely on their input data. Poor or outdated data leads to inaccurate outputs. Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are essential to verify every safety protocol against current OSHA, EPA, or site-specific standards.
2. Unintended “Extras” and Image Distortions: AI tools frequently introduce extra information not found in uploaded reference materials. Furthermore, AI image generators are notorious for rendering anatomical anomalies (e.g., extra fingers, distorted limbs, misplaced PPE) that ruin visual credibility and confuse safety instructions.
3. Lack of Nuanced Understanding & Cognitive Overload: AI does not understand adult learning principles or cognitive load. Automated tools tend to over-pack slides with dense text rather than structuring visual hierarchy for retention. An instructional designer is needed to distill complex technical content into actionable visual learning.
4. Algorithmic Bias & Value Alignment: AI outputs can reflect underlying biases present in training datasets. Human reviewers must ensure that depictions of personnel, operational settings, and workplace scenarios reflect company culture, ethical standards, and diversity.
5. Intellectual Property & Data Governance: Under U.S. copyright law, copyright protection generally requires human authorship. Fully AI-generated content may not be protected. Additionally, uploading proprietary company standard operating procedures (SOPs) into public AI tools creates privacy and data exposure risks.

“AI is fantastic at accelerating content generation, but it lacks operational context. In an industrial setting, a single hallucinated step or misleading image in a training module isn’t just an editorial error — it’s a direct safety and regulatory risk.”

Evaluation Framework: 6 Pillars for Software Selection

When evaluating AI training software, EHS teams need a structured, objective method to compare platforms beyond marketing demonstrations and feature claims. Evaluating tools across six core categories ensures that the chosen platform aligns with technical, operational, and safety governance requirements:

1. Accessibility, Compliance & Governance: Confirm vendor maturity and technical compliance standards. Software must support WCAG/ADA accessibility guidelines for all learners, maintain transparent data storage policies, provide robust security/encryption protocols, and offer documented vendor governance practices.
2. Core Technical Capabilities: Assess the functional features required to create high-quality training content. Key elements include flexible input formats (e.g., uploading existing PDFs or PowerPoint decks), intuitive interactivity tools, rich media/narration options, realistic AI voiceovers, and versatile output formats.
3. User Experience & Usability: Evaluate software accessibility for both instructional creators and end-user learners. Look for intuitive navigation, custom branding, multi-language support, seamless mobile optimization for field staff, easy review/sharing workflows, and an active update cadence from the vendor.
4. Deployment, Integration & Scalability: Examine how easily the software integrates with existing IT and learning infrastructure. Strong platforms support seamless SCORM/xAPI exports, Learning Management System (LMS) integration, minimal IT setup overhead, and the ability to scale across multiple sites or business units.
5. Commercial & Business Model: Review licensing structures and long-term cost fit. Prioritize vendors offering clear, transparent pricing models, flexible seat/tier licensing, and predictable cost structures that scale effectively as training needs expand.
6. Ethical AI & Data Protection: Verify that human oversight and data privacy are built into the tool’s architecture. Look for clear guarantees that customer data is kept private (not used to train public LLM models), mechanisms for accuracy verification, and native “human-in-the-loop” editing workflows.

Common Mistakes in Software Selection

Selecting an AI training platform without a holistic evaluation strategy often leads to operational friction, compliance gaps, and wasted budget. EHS leaders should actively guard against three primary pitfalls during vendor selection:

• Over-Prioritizing Initial Cost: Focusing too narrowly on software licensing fees or selecting low-cost tools can become expensive if the platform produces low-quality content. Software that requires extensive manual rework, lacks LMS integration, or produces inaccurate safety content creates substantial hidden costs in administrative time and risk exposure.
• Ignoring User Adoption & Change Management: Software capability means little if administrators find the interface cumbersome or if learners disengage. Selecting a platform without testing end-user experience, mobile accessibility for front-line workers, and administrator usability often results in poor adoption rates and low training completion.
• Underestimating Integration Complexity: Assuming an AI tool will seamlessly work with existing LMS, single sign-on (SSO), or data tracking systems can stall deployment. Failing to conduct early technical compatibility reviews often leads to data silos, tracking failures, and complex workarounds during rollout.

Practical Evaluation Checklist for EHS Leaders

Use this checklist when comparing prospective AI training platforms:

1. Accessibility, Compliance & Governance: Does the platform support WCAG/ADA accessibility expectations, provide clear security and privacy documentation, identify where data is stored, and demonstrate mature vendor governance practices?
2. Core Technical Capabilities: Can the tool accept the file types, source materials, and content volumes your team uses while producing accurate, engaging outputs with appropriate interactivity, media, narration, and export options?
3. User Experience & Usability: Is the platform intuitive for administrators, reviewers, and learners, with practical customization, mobile access, language support, review/sharing features, responsive support, and a reliable update cadence?
4. Deployment, Integration & Scalability: Can the software integrate with your LMS and existing systems, support SCORM/xAPI or other required tracking formats, minimize IT burden, and scale across sites, teams, and training programs?
5. Commercial & Business Model: Are pricing, licensing, seat tiers, usage limits, and long-term cost assumptions transparent, flexible, and aligned with how your organization will build, deploy, and maintain training?
6. Ethical AI & Data Protection: Does the vendor clearly explain how AI-generated content is validated, keep customer data private, avoid using proprietary content to train public models, and support human-in-the-loop review before publishing?

“You don’t need to choose between AI innovation and human safety expertise. The goal is using AI to handle repetitive heavy lifting so our EHS experts can focus on site-specific nuances, adult learning engagement, and true risk reduction.”

How Antea Group Supports Your AI Training Strategy

Navigating the intersection of artificial intelligence and safety training requires an experienced partner. Antea Group combines deep EHS expertise, human-centered instructional design, and vendor-agnostic technology evaluations to help you select, build, and deploy safe, compliant, and engaging training programs:

• Strategic Assessment & Planning: Gap analysis, stakeholder interviews, and ROI modeling.
• Vendor-Agnostic Software Evaluation: Objective platform comparisons, technical compatibility reviews, and pilot designs.
• Custom Content Development: High-impact, scenario-based learning tailored to site-specific risks and regulatory standards.
• Implementation & Change Management: Train-the-trainer programs and reinforcement strategies (toolbox talks, microlearning).

Ready to build safer, smarter EHS training? Get in touch today.

Putting AI to work for small business 

FedEx uses AI every day to move millions of packages around the world — optimizing routes, predicting demand, and improving the customer experience. Through Empowering Entrepreneurs, we’re sharing that same mindset with small business owners: helping them understand how AI is reshaping their industries and giving them the practical tools to use it to their advantage. 

Together with organizations including Accion Opportunity Fund (AOF), Accion, Global Entrepreneurship Network/Hello Alice, Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC), and others, we are making sure small businesses don’t get left behind as the way people shop, search, and discover products and services continues to change.

“The program helped us think more strategically about how to position our products online, tell our brand story, and build a stronger digital customer journey.” 
FedEx E-Commerce Learning Lab Cohort Participant

“This class reminded me that structure, planning, and strategy are just as important as hustle.” 
FedEx E-Commerce Learning Lab Cohort Participant

Helping customers find small businesses in a new era of online search 

AI is changing how people discover products online — from AI-generated search results to personal shopping assistants. Through our work with AOF and the FedEx E-Commerce Learning Lab, we’re offering education, mentoring, and capital to help sellers adapt: 

• The Learning Lab has served more than 11,000 small business owners since 2021 through free webinars, interactive courses, and hands-on cohort programs. 
• Our AI search visibility webinar has been viewed more than 12,000 times on YouTube. Watch the webinar. 
• FedEx e-commerce experts shared how to write product descriptions AI tools can understand and use free analytics to track how customers find them. 
• Cohort graduates report a 400% average increase in social media followers after their participation in the Learning Lab.

Click here to learn more about the FedEx E-commerce Learning Lab.

Using tech to advance business health 

Enhanced tech capabilities can unlock business potential. In 2025 we focused on connecting entrepreneurs with practical training on growth fundamentals, digital tools, and AI — covering everything from marketing and finance to operations and responsible use. 

• 150 participants in the FedEx Entrepreneur Fund and Boost Camp — a 12-week digital accelerator in collaboration with Hello Alice and Global Entrepreneur Network — saw a 46% average increase in their Business Health™ scores and 95% said they feel more equipped to navigate industry challenges. 
• Through ICIC’s Inner City Capital Connections (ICCC), entrepreneurs completing AI-focused training bridged 41% of the gap to the highest AI confidence level immediately after the course, rating its value 4.6 out of 5.

Technology meets sustainability 

Adriana Kao, a Boost Camp participant, founded her company Usefull to tackle takeout container waste. Her tech-enabled, trackable reusable containers are turning sustainability into a scalable business. During the Boost Camp Accelerator, Adriana significantly improved her Business Health Score™.

Bringing personalized learning to entrepreneurs wherever they are 

In Latin America and India, FedEx is supporting Ovante, a digital learning platform from Accion that integrates AI to deliver personalized business education to micro-entrepreneurs — many of whom are women running small businesses in under-resourced communities: 

• Ovante has a global reach of over 130,000 users, 78% of whom are women microentrepreneurs. The program currently operates in Mexico, Bolivia, and India. 
• In Mexico, the launch of Sofia — an AI-powered WhatsApp chatbot — reached over 56,000 active users within ten months of launch. Sofia delivers interactive coaching on topics like pricing, financial management, and building confidence. Learn more. 
• In India, FedEx and Ovante are taking a systems-level approach, with the potential for catalytic impact. Ovante has reached 3,200 women in rural communities so far and is poised to reach 50,000 by the end of 2027. Learn more.

Over 34% of user conversations with Sofia, Ovante’s AI-powered chatbot in Mexico, last 60–70 minutes, signaling deep engagement with the content.

Learn more about how FedEx empowers entrepreneurs in the 2025 FedEx Cares Report

LOS ANGELES, October 8, 2026 /3BL/ – As nonprofit organizations across the country face increasing demand for services and mounting resource challenges, the AEG Community Foundation has awarded $400,000 in grants to 22 nonprofit organizations supporting K-12 education, the arts, and health and wellness initiatives in the communities where AEG operates.

The grants, ranging from $5,000 to $25,000, will support programs that expand educational opportunities, increase access to arts programming, and promote healthier, stronger communities.

At a time when many nonprofits are being asked to do more with limited resources, these organizations continue to fill critical needs in their communities through innovative programs that support young people, foster creativity, promote well-being, and strengthen community connections.

Recognizing the vital role nonprofits play in communities across the country, the AEG Community Foundation selected organizations with a demonstrated ability to expand access to opportunity and address local needs by creating meaningful impact through education, arts, and wellness programming.

Among this year’s recipients are the Salvation Army Southern California (Red Shield) Youth Center, which provides more than 1,000 underserved Los Angeles youth with academic support, STEM education, and enrichment opportunities, and Atlanta’s Music Education Group (MEG), which uses music education to inspire creativity, confidence, and student engagement. Both organizations are previous recipients of AEG Community Foundation grants and continue to expand their impact.

“The Music Education Group’s partnership with AEG Presents is a powerful example of what can happen when corporate investment goes beyond funding and creates real pathways to opportunity. Through the continued support of the AEG Community Foundation and our relationship with the AEG Presents regional team, our young people are gaining access to industry professionals, hands-on learning and paid opportunities that allow them to experience the live entertainment business from the inside,” said James Caldwell, Executive Director, Music Education Group. “For MEG, repeat support from AEG is especially meaningful because it demonstrates a long-term commitment to our mission and to building the next generation of creative-industry professionals. Together, we are helping young people move from the classroom, to the venue, to meaningful careers in music and live entertainment.”

The Foundation’s support will also help create new opportunities for first time grantees, including Notes for Notes, which provides young people in Nashville with free access to professional recording studios and mentorship opportunities, and Los Angeles based Community Partners’ Las Fotos Project, which equips young creatives from underserved communities with photography training, mentorship, and pathways to success in the arts and beyond.

“Being a first-time AEG Community Foundation grantee feels like a really exciting next step in a relationship that has continued to grow over the last three years. Through Goldenvoice, AEG has already supported our Creative Career Pathways work, giving young photographers opportunities to photograph festivals like Camp Flog Gnaw and experience what it feels like to be working creatives in these spaces” said Helen Alonzo Hurtado, Executive Director, Las Fotos Project. “Now, this grant will support our high school Photo Education program, helping us invest in young artists even earlier in their journey with Las Fotos Project. It means a lot to have a partner that not only creates opportunities for our young people to gain real-world experience, but also invests in the programs where they first build their skills, find their creative voice, and begin to see what is possible for themselves.”

While each organization serves a unique mission, all 22 grantees share a common goal: expanding opportunities and improving quality of life in their communities. Funding, will support programs that provide educational enrichment, arts access, youth development, mentorship, and wellness resources for thousands of individuals and families across the country.

“Nonprofits are often the first to respond when communities face challenges, and today many organizations are being asked to do more than ever before,” said Martha Saucedo, Chief External Affairs Officer, AEG. “These organizations are expanding access to education, the arts, and health and wellness programs that make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Through the AEG Community Foundation, we are proud to support organizations that are strengthening communities and creating lasting impact across the country.”

The grants build on AEG’s broader commitment to community engagement and philanthropy. In 2025, AEG invested nearly $30 million nationwide through foundation grants, charitable contributions, employee volunteer initiatives, ticket access programs, and in-kind support benefiting nonprofits, schools, and community organizations across the country.

Several of this year’s grant recipients were nominated by AEG employees who have supported or collaborated with these organizations in their local communities.

Following a comprehensive review process, the Foundation’s executive board selected the final recipients based on their demonstrated commitment to creating positive impact within the communities they serve.

2026 AEG Community Foundation Grant Recipients

• Arab American Family Support Center (Brooklyn, NY)

• Arthur Project Inc. (New York, NY)

• Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena (Pasadena, CA)

• Community Partners (Las Fotos Project) (Los Angeles, CA)

• Desert Sands Unified School District Educational Foundation (La Quinta, CA)

• Education Through Music Colorado (Denver, CO)

• Film2Future Inc. (Los Angeles, CA)

• G.IRL (Los Angeles, CA)

• Koreatown Youth and Community Center, Inc. (Los Angeles, CA)

• Los Angeles Urban Foundation (Kid City Hope Place) (Los Angeles, CA)

• Music Education Group Inc. (Atlanta, GA)

• Nuci Phillips Memorial Foundation Inc. (Athens, GA)

• Notes for Notes Incorporated (Nashville, TN)

• Queens Community House Inc. (Forest Hills, NY)

• Read 718 (Brooklyn, NY)

• Santa Monica Education Foundation (Santa Monica, CA)

• Search to Involve Pilipino Americans (Los Angeles, CA)

• St. Francis Center (Los Angeles, CA)

• The Ally Coalition (New York, NY)

• The Salvation Army Southern California (Red Shield) (Los Angeles, CA)

• URBAN TXT: Teens Exploring Technology (Los Angeles, CA)

• White Hall Arts Academy Foundation (Los Angeles, CA)

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About AEG

Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, AEG is the world’s leading sports and live entertainment company. The company operates in the following business segments:

• Music through AEG Presents, which is dedicated to all aspects of live contemporary music performances, including the production and promotion of global and regional concert tours, an extensive portfolio of clubs, theaters and other music venues, concerts and special events and world-renowned festivals such as the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival;
• Venues and Real Estate, which develops, owns and operates world-class Venues such as Crypto.com Arena, The O2 arena and Uber Arena, as well as major sports and entertainment districts like L.A. LIVE, Uber Platz in Berlin and The O2 in London;
• Sports, as the world’s largest operator of high-profile sporting events and sports franchises including the LA Kings, LA Galaxy and Eisbären Berlin;
• Global Partnerships, which oversees worldwide sales and servicing of sponsorships including naming rights, premium seating, and other strategic partnerships;
• And Ticketing, through its AXS.com ticketing platform, which provides more than 400 clients worldwide with ticketing services that cover the gamut of entertainments, including sporting events, arena tours, music clubs, festivals, rodeos and family events.

Through its worldwide network of venues, portfolio of powerful sports and music brands and its integrated sports and entertainment districts, AEG entertains more than 100 million guests annually. More information about AEG can be found at www.aegworldwide.com.

PITTSBURGH, October 08, 2026 /3BL/ – Wesco International (NYSE: WCC) recently announced the publication of its inaugural Wesco Cares Impact Report, showcasing the company’s growing global community impact through employee volunteerism, charitable giving and strategic partnerships. The report highlights how Wesco employees around the world are creating meaningful and measurable outcomes in the communities where they live and work while advancing the company’s commitment to affordable housing, humanitarian aid and STEM/STEAM education.

The inaugural report showcases the collective impact of Wesco employees, whose generosity and commitment drove a 50% increase in volunteer engagement year over year. During the reporting period, employees contributed nearly 4,500 volunteer hours, donated more than $700,000 through charitable giving and Wesco Cares matching gifts, and supported more than 550 charities worldwide, advancing initiatives focused on affordable housing, humanitarian aid and STEM/STEAM education. The report also highlights the continued growth of Wesco Cares through expanded partnerships with organizations including Habitat for Humanity and the IEC Foundation, as well as the successful expansion of the program into the U.K. and broader EMEA region.

“Wesco Cares reflects an important part of who we are as a company. It is grounded in the belief that we have a responsibility to support the communities that support us, create opportunities for our employees to give back to causes that matter to them, and partner with organizations that are working to make a positive and lasting impact,” said John Engel, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. “The impact highlighted in this report reflects the passion and generosity of our employees around the world. Through volunteerism, charitable giving and strategic partnerships, we are helping strengthen communities while reinforcing the values that make Wesco a stronger company.”

Featured throughout the report are stories of employees building affordable housing with Habitat for Humanity, supporting disaster preparedness and response efforts, advancing workforce development opportunities for skilled tradespeople, creating STEM and STEAM learning experiences for students, and giving back through Wesco’s annual Day of Caring.

The report also demonstrates how employee engagement and community investment contribute to a stronger business by fostering connection, reinforcing company values and strengthening relationships in the communities where Wesco operates.

The full Wesco Cares Impact Report is available to read here.

About Wesco Cares
Wesco Cares is Wesco’s global philanthropic and community engagement program. Through employee volunteerism, charitable giving, strategic partnerships and community investment, Wesco Cares creates positive and lasting impact in the communities where employees live and work, with a focus on affordable housing, humanitarian aid and education with a STEM/STEAM emphasis.

About Wesco
Wesco International (NYSE: WCC) builds, connects, powers and protects the world. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Wesco is a FORTUNE 500® company with approximately $24 billion in annual sales in 2025 and a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions. Wesco offers a best-in-class product and services portfolio of Electrical and Electronic Solutions, Communications and Security Solutions, and Utility and Broadband Solutions. The Company employs approximately 21,000 people, partners with the industry’s premier suppliers, and serves thousands of customers around the world. With millions of products, end-to-end supply chain services, and significant digital capabilities, Wesco provides innovative solutions to meet customer needs across commercial and industrial businesses, technology companies, telecommunications providers, and utilities. Wesco operates more than 700 sites, including distribution centers, fulfillment centers, and sales offices in approximately 50 countries, providing a local presence for customers and a global network to serve multi-location businesses and global corporations.

Wesco Contact Information:

Jennifer Sniderman 
Vice President, Corporate Communications Jennifer.sniderman@wescodist.com

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Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career journey to date.

I’m a Senior Recruiting Coordinator at GoDaddy, and I’ve been part of the team for the past four years. My role gives me the opportunity to create a seamless and positive hiring experience for candidates, which is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do. I enjoy being a part of such an important milestone in someone’s career and helping make that journey as smooth as possible.

My career path has been an interesting one. I completed my Bachelor’s in Hotel Management, followed by an MBA, and while hospitality was where I started academically, I soon discovered my passion for Human Resources. I began my career as an HR Generalist at an apparel company before finding my way into recruitment, where I realized I truly enjoy connecting with people and supporting them throughout the hiring process. Over the years, that passion has led me to grow into my current role at GoDaddy.

Outside of work, you’ll usually find me in the kitchen trying out new recipes, planning my next trip, or spending quality time with my family and friends. Cooking has always been a passion of mine and is one of the reasons I chose to study Hotel Management in the first place.

What’s been a defining moment in your career so far?

One defining moment in my career was joining GoDaddy at a time when our India presence was still relatively small. I was the only Recruiting Coordinator supporting India and the APAC region, which gave me the opportunity to take on responsibilities that challenged me and helped me grow early in my journey.

As our team expanded, I had the privilege of working closely with colleagues to develop and refine recruiting processes that could scale with the business. Looking back at how much GoDaddy has grown in India and seeing many of those processes still supporting our teams today is something I’m incredibly proud of. It showed me the value of collaboration, adaptability, and building with the future in mind.

What makes it even more meaningful is the feedback I’ve received along the way—from candidates who appreciated a seamless hiring experience to stakeholders who recognized my contributions. Those moments, along with being promoted to Senior Recruiting Coordinator within my first year, reinforced that creating a positive experience for both candidates and hiring teams is where I can make the greatest impact.

What helps you build trust with candidates and internal stakeholders?

For me, trust is built through consistency, transparency, and following through on your commitments.

Whether I’m supporting candidates or partnering with hiring teams, I believe proactive communication and setting clear expectations from the start create the foundation for strong relationships.

With candidates, I strive to make the hiring process as seamless and positive as possible by keeping them informed, being responsive, and ensuring no question goes unanswered for longer than necessary. Looking for a new opportunity can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, so I want every candidate to feel respected, supported, and valued throughout their journey.

When working with internal stakeholders, I focus on being organized, dependable, and solutions-oriented. I like to stay ahead of potential challenges, ask questions whenever something isn’t clear, and communicate openly so everyone is aligned. I’m also always open to feedback, as I believe continuous learning helps build stronger partnerships and better outcomes. Over the years, I’ve become a go-to resource for APAC recruiting processes within my team, and I see that trust as something that’s been built through collaboration, reliability, and a genuine willingness to help others succeed. To me, trust isn’t built through one big moment—it’s earned through the small, consistent actions you take every day.

What process improvements have you led or contributed to that made a meaningful impact?

One of the process improvements I’m most proud of was being part of the journey to strengthen and evolve our recruiting coordination processes as GoDaddy continued to grow across India and the APAC region.

As our hiring needs expanded, I had the opportunity to collaborate with an incredible team to refine the way we worked, always keeping scalability, consistency, and the candidate experience at the heart of our decisions. It was rewarding to see how small, thoughtful improvements over time helped create smoother collaboration across teams and supported a growing business.

What makes this experience especially meaningful is seeing how far we’ve come. Looking back at where we started and comparing it to where we are today, I’m proud to have played a part in building processes that have grown alongside the business. It reinforced for me that meaningful change doesn’t always come from one big idea—it’s often the result of continuous collaboration, learning, and a shared commitment to making things better every day.

Are there any resources that you would recommend to others interested in personal development?

I’ve found that some of the most valuable learning has come from the people I’ve worked with and the experiences I’ve had throughout my career. Collaborating with talented colleagues, being open to feedback, and asking questions whenever I’m unsure have all played a big role in my personal and professional growth.

I also believe that every new challenge is an opportunity to learn. Whether it’s taking on a new project, supporting a growing team, or navigating an unfamiliar situation, I’ve found that stepping outside my comfort zone has helped me build confidence and develop new skills.

If I could recommend one thing to anyone focused on personal development, it would be to stay curious, be open to learning from those around you, and never be afraid to ask questions. Some of the best lessons come from everyday experiences and the people you work with.

What’s your motto or personal mantra?

I believe in approaching every day with curiosity, kindness, and a willingness to keep learning. There’s always an opportunity to grow, improve, and make a positive impact—whether that’s through supporting others, embracing feedback, or finding better ways to work together. Small, consistent actions often lead to the biggest results

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• CNH’s latest A Sustainable Year story examines practical alternatives to crop-residue burning and the role of machinery, training and local partnerships.
• New Holland’s residue-management approach can help farmers retain soil moisture, return organic material to the ground and reduce reliance on chemical fertilizer.
• The New Holland TT3.50 tractor and mulcher were trialed by Thai rice farmer Pichai Tosa during the April 2026 rice harvest in central Thailand.

CNH’s latest A Sustainable Year story, highlights how agricultural equipment from its New Holland brand is helping a rice farmer in Thailand explore a practical alternative to burning crop residue.

Pichai Tosa, an established rice and mung bean farmer in Nakhon Sawan province and president of a local rice production group, successfully trialed a New Holland TT3.50 tractor and mulcher on his farm during the 2026 harvest. He used the machinery to chop rice straw so it could be retained on the field or incorporated into the soil.

The trial demonstrates how appropriate mechanization can help farmers manage post-harvest residue while supporting soil health and preparing fields for the next planting cycle. It also illustrates CNH’s approach to sustainability: applying its agricultural expertise, machinery and local relationships to practical challenges facing farmers.

Open burning has traditionally provided rice and sugarcane farmers with a fast way to clear fields after harvest. However, the practice contributes to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, while the high temperatures generated at the soil surface can damage microorganisms and contribute to soil carbon loss. In the plains of central Thailand alone, around 4.8 million tons of rice straw are burned annually.

“Farmers simply did not have that knowledge that the practice was harmful to the environment. But nowadays, new technologies and innovations have come in, giving us better options.” said Tosa.

Building on CNH’s crop-residue experience

“Farmers need solutions that work in their fields and respond to the economic and environmental realities of their businesses,” said Mark Brinn, Managing Director for Southeast Asia and Japan at CNH. “This trial shows how our equipment, practical training and local partnerships can help turn crop residue from a disposal challenge into a useful agricultural resource. It is the kind of customer-focused innovation that supports more productive and resilient farming.”

CNH has also applied a partnership-based approach to crop-residue management in India through its Sustainable Environment Solution program. The program combines mechanized baling with farmer training and field demonstrations.

Read the fully story, “From burning stubble to building healthier soil,” visit: https://publications.cnhindustrial.com/a-sustainable-year-2025-2026/stop-stubble-burning-in-thailand

Technology can open doors, but its greatest impact comes when it’s paired with mentorship and opportunity.

That’s what Lenovo set out to do through its support for the Alex Morgan Foundation, donating 80 Lenovo laptops to student-athletes attending the fourth annual Let’s Go South Bay, which was announced on stage at Tech World! The week-long camp combined soccer, leadership development, wellness programming and career exploration to help young girls build confidence on and off the field.

But Lenovo’s contribution extended beyond the devices.

Stephanie Jones, Lenovo client manager, participated in a career panel and shared her journey into technology. Stephanie encouraged the girls to stay curious, keep learning, and embrace opportunities, even if their path isn’t traditional.

“Soccer brought these girls together, creating friendships, building confidence and giving them a strong support system,” said Jones. “Receiving a laptop is impactful on its own, but pairing that with access to role models and real career conversations makes an even greater difference. I hope the girls left knowing they don’t need to have everything figured out, and that confidence, curiosity and a willingness to keep learning can open unexpected doors.”

The career panel complemented a week of programming focused on leadership, mental wellness and personal growth, reinforcing the camp’s mission to empower the next generation through sport and education.

The collaboration reflects Lenovo’s broader commitment to expanding access to technology and opportunity. Through Lenovo Foundation, the company continues to invest in initiatives that help young people develop the skills, confidence and support they need to succeed. From STEM education programs inspired by soccer to global partnerships that use sport as a catalyst for learning and social impact, initiatives like Lenovo’s support for Alex Morgan Foundation are helping the company reach its goal to impact 30 million beneficiaries by 2030.

 

Together, Subaru and the National Park Foundation have built a powerful legacy of protecting parks and connecting people to the places we all love. 

For more than a decade, our partnership has supported the work that keeps national parks thriving — and we’re excited to continue building on that impact for generations to come.

To learn more, visit: www.nationalparks.org/about-foundation/partnerships/corporate-partnerships/subaru

HAMILTON, Bermuda, October 8, 2026 /3BL/ – Bacardi Limited has climbed to #32 on the Forbes list of the World’s Top Companies for Women 2026, rising from #60 the previous year and earning a place on the prestigious global ranking for the fifth consecutive year. The family-owned company is the highest-ranked spirits company on this year’s list and ranks #2 in the “Food, Soft Beverages, Alcohol & Tobacco” category. The recognition reflects a continued commitment to creating opportunities, championing career development and cultivating a workplace where people feel valued, empowered and able to do their best work.

“The most meaningful measure of our progress is seeing talented women choose to join Bacardi, build their careers here and advance into leadership roles,” says Nicole Zukowski, Chief Supply Chain Officer and Executive Sponsor of the Bacardi Limited Good Spirited Corporate Sustainability initiative. “At Bacardi, we’re committed to providing opportunities, championing development and fostering a culture where people feel they belong, because when our people flourish, so does our business.”

Among some of the many ways Bacardi supports the development of women both inside and outside the company are:

• Advancing leadership: Women hold 45% of leadership positions (manager and above) at Bacardi. The company also reports gender equity across recruitment, turnover, pay and engagement.
• Investing in development: Bacardi maintains balanced representation in its core development programs, helping talent build the skills and experience needed to advance their careers.
• Strengthening industry connections: Bacardi participates in organizations that support female talent, including Women of the Vine & Spirits, Women Leading Rum & Spirits, the OurWhisky Foundation and the LEAD Network.
• Supporting economic independence: In the United States, Bacardi supports Dress for Success Miami, which provides skills, tools and professional attire to help people secure employment and achieve financial independence.
• Opening doors to hospitality careers: In India, Bacardi hosts a women-only cohort of Shake Your Future, its free bartending program, to encourage more women to pursue opportunities in the hospitality and drinks industry. This complements other Shake Your Future cohorts in the market which are open to all.
• Building awareness and support: In the United Kingdom, a network of Menopause Champions leads conversations and builds awareness for those experiencing menopause and the people who support them.

To create the list, Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to survey approximately 140,000 women working for multinational corporations across 61 countries. Surveys were conducted primarily through anonymous, independent online panels, allowing participants to answer freely. Access details and the complete 2026 list here.

Bacardi was also recently named by Forbes among 2026 World’s Best Employers, where it took the top spot among pure spirits companies, and Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For™ in Europe 2026. 

About Bacardi Limited
Bacardi Limited, the world’s largest privately held international spirits company, produces, markets, and distributes spirits and wines. The Bacardi Limited portfolio comprises more than 200 brands and labels, including BACARDÍ® rum, PATRÓN® tequila, GREY GOOSE® vodka, DEWAR’S® Blended Scotch whisky, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin, MARTINI® vermouth and sparkling wines, CAZADORES® 100% blue agave tequila, and other leading and emerging brands including D’USSÉ® Cognac, ANGEL’S ENVY® American straight whiskey, and ST-GERMAIN® elderflower liqueur. Founded more than 164 years ago in Santiago de Cuba, family-owned Bacardi Limited currently employs more than 7,000, operates production facilities in 10 countries and territories, and sells its brands in more than 160 markets. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited. Visit http://www.bacardilimited.com or follow us on LinkedIn or Instagram.

Media Contacts:
Jessica Merz, VP Global Corporate Communications
jmerz@bacardi.com

NEWARK, N.J., October 8, 2026 /3BL/ — PSE&G’s energy efficiency programs are helping participating customers save energy and manage costs while also generating broader economic benefits across New Jersey, according to a new economic impact analysis conducted by E Source.

Commissioned by PSE&G, the analysis found that every $1 invested in the utility’s energy efficiency program generated $2.85 in economic output. Projects completed in 2025 generated more than $1.15 billion in total economic output. The analysis also found approximately $467 million in associated wages and $164 million in local, state and federal tax revenue across New Jersey.

The findings build on the measurable benefits PSE&G’s energy efficiency programs are already delivering for residential and business customers. In July, PSE&G highlighted the bill savings impact of the programs for participating customers, including helping them save over $1 billion while reducing energy use and better managing energy costs.

This new analysis looks beyond those direct customer benefits to provide a broader view of how energy efficiency investments contribute to New Jersey’s economy.

“Energy efficiency starts with delivering real value for our customers,” said Lauren Thomas, vice-president, PSE&G Clean Energy Solutions – Customer Solutions. “These findings show that the value of the programs extends beyond bill savings to support economic activity across New Jersey, creating benefits for businesses, workers and communities throughout the state.”

The analysis focused on PSE&G Clean Energy Future-Energy Efficiency II projects completed during calendar year 2025. Approximately $404.5 million in portfolio investment was modeled, representing approximately 60,000 participating customers and 75,000 projects.

Nearly half of the $1.15 billion in economic output came from the direct impact of program investments and customer projects. The remaining value came through supply-chain activity and household spending associated with wages and energy bill savings, showing how program investments generate additional economic activity statewide.

2025 Economic Impact

E Source’s analysis found that PSE&G energy efficiency projects completed in 2025 generated:

• $2.85 in economic output for every $1 invested
• More than $1.15 billion in total economic output
• Approximately 4,737 jobs supported
• 11.7 jobs supported for every $1 million invested
• Approximately $467 million in related wages
• Approximately $164 million in related local, state and federal tax revenue

PSE&G commissioned E Source to conduct the study using IMPLAN, an industry-standard economic modeling framework that incorporates New Jersey-specific economic relationships. The analysis examined economic activity associated with program expenditures, participant investments and energy savings, including direct, supply-chain and household-spending impacts.

To learn more about PSE&G’s energy efficiency programs and view the economic impact study, visit pseg.com/ImpactHub.

Read the full PSE&G Energy Efficiency Economic Impact Analysis or the Executive Summary.

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PSE&G
Public Service Electric & Gas Co. is New Jersey’s oldest and largest gas and electric delivery public utility, as well as one of the nation’s largest utilities. PSE&G has won the ReliabilityOne® Award for superior electric system reliability in the Mid-Atlantic region for 24 consecutive years. In 2025, for the fourth consecutive year, J.D. Power named PSE&G number one in customer satisfaction for residential electric service in the East among large utilities. PSE&G is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc., (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a predominantly regulated infrastructure company named to the North America Dow Jones Best in Class Index for 18 consecutive years (www.pseg.com).