Colangelo Partners Commitment to CSR
Employment Practices:
We go beyond the legal requirements of the non-discrimination laws and actively seek to employ and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. We actively seek to hire staff with diverse backgrounds from around the world.
Social Causes:
We encourage employees to be active in social causes. Staff have a flexible time off policy which allows them to take time for social causes. Staff activities in the past range from distributing fresh produce to underserved communities, to participating in the Climate Strike with Greta Thunberg, to building a pop-up stage for an LGBTQ+ benefit.
Pro Bono Work:
Be the Change – a virtual job fair dedicated to providing people of diverse backgrounds with career opportunities in the beverage alcohol industry Rebuild Wine Country – a relief organization that raised money to support people affected by the California wildfires.
Recycling:
We recycle both bottles and corks from our tastings. We work with ReCORK, whose mission is to collect and repurpose natural cork to create environmental change. We support them by promoting this initiative to our clients and in our office. In 2019, we donated over 10,000 corks to the organization!
Reuse and Reduce:
We reuse event materials that are too often considered disposable in the events industry. We reuse shipping materials as well and since we receive and ship wine every day, this has an enormous environmental impact. We actively recycle all of our office materials and discourage printing as much as possible.
Supporting our Community:
And, whenever appropriate, we seek out and introduce clients to participate in and support social causes like Wheeling Forward, a charity run by Yannick Benjamin that helps people with disabilities meet their short and long-term goals by providing advocacy, mentorship and support service
Purpose
Colangelo & Partners (“C&P”) is committed to operating as a responsible business that contributes positively to society, minimizes environmental impact, and upholds strong governance practices.
This Sustainability Policy outlines our commitments and actions across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) dimensions, and reflects our belief that long-term business success is intrinsically linked to sustainable practices.
Scope
This policy applies to:
- All employees and leadership
- Contractors and consultants
- Business operations across all markets
- Suppliers and partners, where applicable
Sustainability Framework
Our sustainability approach is structured across three pillars:
- Environmental Responsibility
- Social Responsibility
- Ethical Governance
Each pillar includes commitments, actions, and measurable practices.
Environmental Responsibility
Colangelo & Partners is committed to reducing its environmental footprint through responsible resource use and operational efficiency.
Key Commitments
- Reduce waste and promote recycling
- Minimize energy consumption
- Encourage digital-first operations to reduce paper usage
- Promote sustainable practices in events and activations
Actions
- Implementation of a paperless workflow wherever possible
- Use of digital collaboration tools to reduce travel and printing
- Selection of sustainable vendors and venues for events
- Reduction of single-use materials in activations
Measurement
- Monitoring of paper usage reduction
- Tracking of sustainable vendor utilization
- Internal reporting on environmental practices
Social Responsibility
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and supportive workplace while contributing positively to the communities we serve.
Workplace Practices
- Equal opportunity employment
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)
- Safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment
Employee Well-being
- Policies supporting work-life balance
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Open communication culture
Community Engagement
- Support for initiatives related to sustainability and responsible business
- Collaboration with clients and partners to promote responsible practices
Ethical Governance
C&P maintains strong governance practices to ensure accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct.
Compliance
- Adherence to all applicable laws and regulations
- Alignment with international best practices
Ethical Conduct
- Implementation of a formal Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
- Zero tolerance for corruption and unethical practices
Transparency
- Clear reporting and communication practices
- Accountability in client engagements and financial management
Responsible business practices
C&P maintains strong governance practices to ensure accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct.
Compliance
- Adherence to all applicable laws and regulations
- Alignment with international best practices
Ethical Conduct
- Implementation of a formal Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
- Zero tolerance for corruption and unethical practices
Transparency
- Clear reporting and communication practices
- Accountability in client engagements and financial management