Connecting the Dots on Corporate Responsibility​

Companies often struggle to demonstrate the value of corporate responsibility internally and externally, and need a clear roadmap to move forward effectively. By focusing on positioning, strategy development and communications, Nancy helps companies leverage corporate responsibility to build trust, competitive advantage and impact. 

TALKS include:

November 8, 2018
"Feeding the Good Food Future"
May 1-3, 2018 in Chicago
"Sustainabiilty 2.0: Technology in Modern Agriculture"
May 16, 2018 in Chicago
"Corporate Social Responsibility: The Key to Driving Relevant Brands"

CLIENTS INCLUDE:
"Nancy has proven to be an appreciated and respected collaborator. She is really smart and talented in the sustainability space, meticulously detailed in materiality and governance, and with a great depth of understanding on measurement standards." 
​- Former Partner, Ketchum Communications   

ABOUT NANCY HIMMELFARB:

Nancy Himmelfarb helps businesses leverage corporate responsibility (CR) to build trust, competitive advantage and impact. She specializes in CR positioning, strategy development and corporate communications, and is particularly skilled at managing stakeholder pressures and engagement, governance matters and corporate communications. Nancy brings a unique combination of business, legal and sustainability expertise, including 15 years’ experience as corporate attorney, general counsel and board advisor for public and private companies. She develops solutions for businesses in multiple industries, with a focus on food and agriculture, and has deep experience working for Fortune 500 companies, industry associations, and smaller organizations struggling to connect the dots on CR and sustainability. 

Credentials
  • B.A. with Distinction from Stanford University in International Relations & Political Science
  • J.D. from UCLA School of Law; Ranked 8th among 302 students; Order of the Coif
  • Certificate from University of Chicago in Leadership in Sustainability Management
  • Certificates from GRI Certified Training Courses based on G4 Reporting Guidelines and GRI Standards
  • ​Board Member, American Sustainable Business Council
  • Senior Ag Industry Advisor, The Context Network
  • Senior Counsel, Carol Cone on Purpose
  • Accredited as LEED Green Associate
  • Certificate of Completion for Mediation Skills Training from Center for Conflict Resolution​
  • Multiple published articles and speaking engagements

Approach:

Nancy's Proprietary 3Vs™Framework
For Building Trust, Competitive Advantage and Impact

SERVICES:

If you need help connecting the dots and navigating the risks and opportunities associated with corporate responsibility, Nancy can help in several key ways based on her proprietary 3Vs™Framework: 
​* Assessment (VALUE)
* Positioning (VIEWPOINT)
* Strategy development (VEHICLES)
* Communications (VEHICLES)
* Presentations & workshops (VALUE / VIEWPOINT/ VEHICLES)

ARTICLES & TALKS:

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How to Respond Strategically to CSR-Related Protests: Lessons from 3M, Mattel and Pepsico
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"Feeding the Good Food Future"
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Lessons From a Beloved Brand: Be Prepared to Counter CSR-Related Protests
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Know These Three V's of Sustainability Communication™

NANCY wantS to hear from you!

 Reach out to learn more or discuss ways Nancy can help you leverage corporate responsibility
to build trust, competitive advantage and impact.