AstraZeneca Awards "Lead in Sustainability" Accelerator Program to Site Search & Select

AstraZeneca has chosen Site Search & Select to participate in its Sustainability Accelerator program. AstraZeneca offers this four-month course to only 40 CEOs of certified minority business enterprises. The program is provided through Diversity Alliance for Science. It will provide Site Search & Select with valuable insight into the fundamentals of Sustainability and assist it in building a sustainability roadmap and action plan for Site Search & Select and its clients.

AstraZeneca has chosen Site Search & Select to participate in its Sustainability Accelerator program. AstraZeneca offers this four-month course to only 40 CEOs of certified minority business enterprises. It is a four-month course. The program is provided through Diversity Alliance for Science. It will provide Site Search & Select with valuable insight into the fundamentals of Sustainability and assist it in building a sustainability roadmap and action plan for Site Search & Select and its clients.

About AstraZeneca's Supplier Diversity and ESG Programs

Source: AstraZeneca Sustainability Report 2021 - page 4

AstraZeneca is a leading global, science-led biopharmaceutical company focusing on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines with a solid commitment to diversity and inclusion. "We understand that diversity is not just a corporate capability but is a unique competitive advantage that translates into innovative breakthroughs for our patients," says Tiffany Davis, Global Head of Inclusion & Diversity, AstraZeneca. "We encourage all small and diverse suppliers that provide innovative solutions and can support our long-term growth objectives . . . We are committed to working with qualified small and diverse businesses bringing new perspectives and innovation to AstraZeneca and better representing the patients we serve."

AstraZeneca is committed to Sustainability and has set a goal to require 85% of their supply chain to demonstrate their ESG goals and be certified. For AstraZeneca, ESG is about creating value for their shareholders while also making a positive contribution to society -- embedding sustainability into their business strategy and operations and engaging with their stakeholders on the issues that matter most to them.

Improving patient health and access to medicines.
Reducing our environmental impact; and
Building an inclusive and diverse workplace.

What is Covered in the Accelerator Program?

The "Lead in Sustainability" Accelerator Program is designed to provide small and diverse suppliers with the knowledge and resources they need to embed sustainability into their operations. The main topics:

1. Sustainability Foundations

What does sustainability mean?
Why is it important?
What are AstraZeneca's expectations for suppliers?

2. Sustainability Programs and Tools

How can businesses embed sustainability into their operations?
What processes and tools can help businesses track their progress?
What resources are available to support businesses?

3. Insights from peers and an Action Plan

What are the key sustainability trends?
How do you build a sustainability roadmap and action plan?

4. Challenges and Opportunities

Hear from an interactive panel of AstraZeneca Executives as they share insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by the sustainable marketplace.

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What This Means for Site Search & Select

The AstraZeneca Accelerator Program provides Site Search & Select with the opportunity to grow the company by working with senior executives who can offer valuable resources and access to help reach the company’s goals.

The goal of the program is to help Site Search & Select create a business plan around Sustainability.

By working with senior executives at AstraZeneca, Site Search & Select will have the opportunity to learn from those with extensive experience in creating, implementing, and measuring the success of similar initiatives.

The Format

AstraZeneca will coach Michael Hudson, President, and CEO of Site Search & Select, through a series of scheduled presentations followed by clinics and virtual sessions to refine the ESG business plan and certifications. The initial four sessions will be held once a month.

We are thrilled that Site Search & Select has been selected by AstraZeneca for the "Lead in Sustainability" Accelerator Program. As more and more large corporations journey through their own ESG process, they will ultimately require their suppliers to meet their rigorous sustainability goals before they can partner together. This is a tremendous opportunity to position Site Search & Select at the forefront of the meetings industry to work sustainably and help all our clients achieve their ESG goals in the meeting planning space and throughout our supply chain."

Michael Hudson, CEO | Site Search & Select

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We are thrilled that Site Search & Select has been selected by AstraZeneca for the "Lead in Sustainability" Accelerator Program. As more and more large corporations journey through their own ESG process, they will ultimately require their suppliers to meet their rigorous sustainability goals before they can partner together. This is a tremendous opportunity to position Site Search & Select at the forefront of the meetings industry to work sustainably and help all our clients achieve their ESG goals in the meeting planning space and throughout our supply chain."