Why the social duty of care for companies must be regulated by law
Why the social duty of care for companies must be regulated by law
It is taking too long for companies to put well-being before profit. That is why a social duty of care must be enshrined in law. This is what Leen Paape says in his farewell speech as Professor of Corporate Governance at Nyenrode.
TEDxNyenrodeUniversity Think Upside Down 2023
TEDxNyenrodeUniversity Think Upside Down 2023
In the dynamics of today's and tomorrow's world, rethinking is crucial. The biggest mistake people make is thinking the world is static. On Thursday, February 2, 2023 it's time for TEDxNyenrodeUniversity. During this event, with the theme Think Upside Down, various speakers share their stories with the audience. This TEDx is organized by strategy and innovation agency Stay Future Proof and Nyenrode Business University.
Breaking routines within your organization requires guts, playfulness as well as reflection
Breaking routines within your organization requires guts, playfulness as well as reflection
Changing to a more sustainable or more social organization means changing existing patterns. And to be able to do so, you need to address three challenges: giving meaning to what you want to do, learning how to do it, and creating space to eliminate resistance. This is according to research conducted by Irene Jonkers, who is receiving her PhD at Nyenrode Business University today. 'If you understand the three challenges, the process becomes more manageable and also more fun,' Jonkers said.
“When it comes to doing my job, I keep my ego in my handbag”
“When it comes to doing my job, I keep my ego in my handbag”
After a year of festivities, Nyenrode Business University officially concluded its lustrum year, during its 76th anniversary. Prof. Désirée van Gorp presented an honorary doctorate to Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General World Trade Organization (WTO).
Seven competences of ESG leaders
Seven competences of ESG leaders
Successfully implementing ESG within organizations requires leadership. But what competences does a leader need to have in order to successfully implement ESG?
Circular beanies: closing the circle at Nyenrode
Circular beanies: closing the circle at Nyenrode
Anyone who thought that Nyenrode Business University focuses purely on education and research is wrong; in fact, the university also sells circular beanies made of recycled cotton from worn clothing. By investing in a student idea, the university is doing its part to make the textile industry more sustainable.
ESG as a compass for future-proof leadership
ESG as a compass for future-proof leadership
How do organizations become stronger and more future-proof? The ESG Innovation Institute - a collaboration between Nyenrode Business University and KPMG - deals with this question every day.
Nyenrode New Business School Alumni Party 2022
Nyenrode New Business School Alumni Party 2022
On the 22nd of October 2022, the Nyenrode New Business School (NNBS) Alumni Party 2022 took place at Nyenrode’s premises on the Keizersgracht in Amsterdam.
