The Business of Active Citizenship

Explore the evolving role of corporations in addressing major policy issues in this 52-minute conference talk from the Aspen Ideas Festival. Delve into the strategies of companies like Levi Strauss & Co and Patagonia as they balance advocating for their values with their core business of selling products. Gain insights from industry leaders Chip Bergh and Ryan Gellert, moderated by Gillian Tett, as they discuss the motivations and implications of corporate activism on issues such as gun violence and climate change. Examine how these companies are redefining corporate responsibility and shaping the future of business ethics in an increasingly socially conscious world.