Many companies today are talking about having the ability to drive change when it comes to prioritizing environmental and social concerns. But what really differentiates the companies that are truly purpose-driven from those that are just “purpose talking”?
Dev Patnaik, CEO of Jump Associates, will describe five key characteristics that differentiate purpose-driven companies today, including cultural attributes and leadership traits that are hallmarks of companies that “walk the talk” when it comes to being purpose-driven.
When run on purpose, companies have customers, employees, management and shareholders who are more highly engaged, sparking creativity and commitment. Purpose-driven businesses understand that all of these stakeholders—the people and entities that they impact—are connected and interdependent.