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KC joins One Hull to bring responsible businesses together

The very best of business collaboration in Hull has been showcased at a special CSR event

From left to right: Dr John Buttrick, Graham Jenkinson, Kath Lavery, Martin Shaw, Helen Roberts and Dan Maher.

The very best of business collaboration in Hull was showcased at a recent special event on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) organised by One Hull, the city’s Local Strategic Partnership. 

The event, ‘Why CSR Matters’, featured speakers from KC, Kier Building Maintenance, D3 Office Group and Jenko Design and Marketing, who spoke about the benefits of supporting the social and economic regeneration of Hull through various CSR initiatives. 

The event offered businesses the chance to network with exhibitors from 20 local organisations offering support and advice on tackling the key issues facing the city, including skills, enterprise and employment. The event was backed by the Leader of Hull City Council, Cllr Carl Minns. 

Helen Roberts, KC’s HR Director, presented the KC in the Community strategy and spoke about KC’s commitment to help inspire young people. She said: “The event was a great opportunity to share our vision and passion with like-minded and enthusiastic businesses and organisations. Giving back to the communities that matter to our customers is imperative, but CSR activities also deliver business benefits for our region, which help the business community to succeed and thrive.” 

Why CSR Matters attracted more than 120 delegates from local businesses and community groups which have the funding, expertise and resources to help businesses implement socially-responsible activity. Attendees were also able to source opportunities to work in partnership with other businesses.

For more information on One Hull please contact Ben Delaney, Project Development Officer, by visiting www.hullbusinessforum.com, calling 01482 324976 or email: b.delaney@hullbusinessforum.com