Business and society can and should function as a whole
Businesses can contribute meaningfully to the resolution of social issues through the creation of social value, while still generating financial returns
Businesses and society have a symbiotic relationship; businesses are the engine creating prosperity in society — they originate economic activity, resulting in profits, resulting in employment, resulting in salaries, resulting in taxes. Taxes are then applied to supporting the needs of the country and its people.
Healthy businesses need empowered consumers, and, therefore, they need a healthy society within which to function optimally. If the engine works efficiently, members of society can access necessities such as healthcare, education, housing and nutrition, as well as opportunities beyond basic needs...
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