2018 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY REPORT · Service Activities are scheduled to best accommodate...
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2018 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY REPORT
When we first launched our CSR program, the goal was to provide opportunities for our employees to make a measurable impact within the community. Over time, we have expanded our activism on, and investment in, the issues that matter to our employees, customers, and communities. Today, at every level of the company, our employees are making a difference.
2018 was yet another active year for us and giving back took many forms. I am proud to share with you our ninth CSR annual report. Highlights of our work include:
The largest launch ever of our Pro Bono projects, which included 100 employee volunteers benefiting 12 unique nonprofits
Continued growth of our Board Leadership Program with the addition of three employees and their supported nonprofit organizations
Expansion of our Pay It Forward grants to execute independent, random acts of kindness benefiting strangers
These achievements speak to the true character of the Acumen Solutions team members and our shared commitment to creating a culture that delivers real value to our community. As I reflect on 2018 and what we have accomplished over the last 20 years, I am filled with incredible pride. The progress we have made would be impossible without our incomparable Corporate Care Department and the hard work of our employees and community partners.
Thank you for your interest in and support of Acumen Solutions. We pledge to advance our CSR initiatives in 2019 and beyond.
MESSAGE FROM CEO
Acumen Solutions is committed to the growth and success of our Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) program as a leader in business and our communities. Our
story began 20 years ago with a handful of employees working out of a small office
in Arlington, VA. We now have over 800 employees concentrated in ten geographic
locations, including Canada and the United Kingdom.
These achievements speak to the true character of the Acumen Solutions team members and our shared commitment to creating a culture that delivers real value to our community.”
“20 yearsHISTORICAL OVERVIEW
55Nonprofit partners supported
290,000Financial support to nonprofit partners
$Financial support to communities
1M+Signature event proceeds distributed
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David V. Joubran, President & CEO
11.63MProfessional services donated (Pro Bono)
$ 112,570Employee volunteer hours
1.1M
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is one of the most visible engagement opportunities at Acumen Solutions. From inception, this Core Value has been a key guiding principle for our company. We like to say that “giving back is in our DNA.” We believe in giving back to the communities where our employees and clients live. We have seen the power this has on individuals, team development, and the connection to both the company and community. Our business success has been built on valued relationships and quality deliverables. We commit to that philosophy with our business clients and our community partners.
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270+UNIQUE ACTIVITIES SINCE QUARTERLY
SERVICE INCEPTION
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Social Responsibility is in our DNA! It’s a Core Value and has been an intergral part of the company since our inception. From the CEO to the newest hire, we are committed to giving back and supporting the needs of our communities. Our diverse and impactful program inspires our employees as well as our recipients!
50+NONPROFITS
BENEFITED FROM RACE PROCEEDS
CONCERT4ACAUSE
The signature event united music lovers of all kinds to raise much-needed funds and increase awareness for 12 local area nonprofits. The family-friendly concert featured nationally recognized country artists Cassadee Pope and High Valley, along with local favorites Gonzo’s Nose, and Rocknoceros for the younger fans.
GIRLS ON THE RUN NOVA
"Girls on the Run NOVA has benefited greatly from the ongoing support from Acumen Solutions. Their expertise and commitment to our community has expanded our ability to inspire more girls throughout the region to make healthy choices both now and for the rest of their lives.”
Katey Comerford, Executive Director
Nonprofit Partner
55TOTAL PRO BONO
PROJECTS (TO DATE)
QUARTERLY SERVICE ACTIVITIES
Since the company’s inception, employees have supported local community needs in our diverse locations. Custom Quarterly Service Activities are scheduled to best accommodate employees' schedules, and interests, allowing these giving back efforts to be a seamless part of our culture. Over 270 unique activities have been executed since inception.
RACE4ACAUSE
Inaugurated in 2009, the Race for a Cause was designed to support select Nonprofit Partners. Over the six year run, 50+ local nonprofits benefited from 100% race proceeds distribution. Over $1,000,000 in proceeds were distributed to local charities from this multi-year signature event.
MAKE A WISH
As both the Bike Sponsor and Wish Child
Sponsor for three consecutive years,
our team grew from 15 in year one to over 40 by year three! Individual and
Relay Racers engaged in fundraising to
support each child’s unique wish. Our
commitment of support fullfilled trips to Italy, Australia and a safari. We love
making wishes come true and making
lifelong memories by doing good!
PAY IT FORWARD
PRO BONO INITIATIVE
Our Global Pro Bono Initiative enables us to partner with local nonprofit organizations to provide business and technology expertise. Employees leverage professional skills to solve critical business challenges that organizations are facing. The pro bono efforts provide mutual benefits as employees gain professsional and personal rewards and the nonprofits increase their capacity to serve their communities.
C A R E SD A YD C
BOARD LEADERSHIP PROGRAM CREATION
In 2007, we established the Board Leadership Program to share the natural talents and expertise of our senior leaders with local nonprofit organizations. Providing training, placement and financial support has empowered our employees to engage through service on boards of local nonprofits.
WISH SPONSORED
MS150 Bike Ride!
AARP Meal Challenge
Giving Back is a Good Thing
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GLOBAL SERVICE ACTIVITIES
BOARD LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
The custom Board Leadership Program leverages the expertise of senior leaders to influence the success of select nonprofit business operations and growth. The program provides participants board training, placement and financial support. Additional support from the company includes pro bono projects, service activities, and holiday drives. By coupling the intellecutal capital of the company with the needs of the organization, we are able to achieve greater sustainable impact. Since inception of the program, 70+ employees have helped to transform local nonprofits and positively impact their communities!
We partner with local nonprofit organizations across all locations to identify pressing needs that offer our employees an opportunity to learn about and support their cause. The activities take place primarily during the work week to best accommodate employees’ schedules. These customized service activities are designed to complement the demographics and interests of the employees in that area.
In 2018, employees participated in 35 service activities, donating 4,715 volunteer hours to many deserving organizations!
2018 Highlights GLOBAL PRO BONO INITIATIVE
705,000Professional services donated
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15Nonprofit partners supported
9,500Employee volunteer hours
775,000Financial support to communities
OUR IMPACTThis dynamic program offers employees the opportunity to transform local nonprofit organizations. Leveraging their time and expertise, our employees solve critical business challenges that have a sustainable impact on the organization and their recipients. Employees, in turn, gain professional skills and the personal reward of making a meaningful difference. In 2018, employees contributed over 4,700 hours of professional services to 12 deserving organizations.
114Pay It Forward grants
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Having the opportunity to give back to the community, while at the same time, developing closer relationships with co-workers in a non-work setting is a true gift!”
Dave Marko, Acumen Solutions Employee
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HEADQUARTERS
Acumen Solutions GETS IT! They take Corporate Social Responsibility beyond the fundamental definition. They understand that missions of nonprofits are centered around delivering human services to the community. That’s why Acumen Solutions leverages their expertise to make sure nonprofits have the same capabilities to run their ‛business’ as the private sector.”
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Joe Meyer, Executive Director & CEO | Shelter House
Our experience delivers success. Joining forces with our clients, our team of strategists, subject matter experts, and engineers solve problems that can’t be fixed by technology alone. As a Salesforce Global Strategic Consulting Partner, Fortune 500 companies trust us to build solutions that grow revenue and strengthen customer relationships. Our groundbreaking solutions in the public sector streamline operations and improve productivity. We apply the same expertise to our unparalleled social responsibility program, generating sustainable impact across our local communities. For more information on Acumen Solutions’ Corporate Social Responsibility efforts, please contact Margie Johnson, Director of Corporate Care at [email protected]
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