THERE IS NO SUCCESS WITHOUT SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS PRACTICES

The best of world business, travel and lifestyle within the Global Village is dependent on more than monetary gain and market share. In any given business, there is no sustainable success without core values such as ethical business practices, transparency and the implementation of Corporate Responsibility initiatives. GVP’s exclusive client base is selected by invitation only based on these criteria, with all books having dedicated chapters covering environmental, social and corporate governance themes.

GVP uses its innovative publishing platform in order to showcase stories about interesting non profit organisations that espouse the fundamentals of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG). This is achieved by replicating its commercial publishing model in a voluntary initiative by showcasing success stories  in its annual book series – BEST OF... and TOP COMPANIES  across 30 territories worldwide.

By definition Non- Profits are organization, association, NGO’s, Charities, Aid, Culture, Arts, Museums and Governmental bodies without lucrative purpose are welcome to submit their profiles for acceptance. This forms part of GVPedia's social responsibility to promote sustainability and culture. Welcome.

To apply contact us on info@gvpedia.com

CR is a cornerstone of the pursuit of overall operational excellence that GVP strives for ·       

• Developing partnerships based on shared ethical values and work ethos       
• Ensuring efficient globalised online operations conducted with minimum waste        
• Attracting and retaining a proficient and flexible personnel pool        
• Implementing best practices in operational procedures      
• Actively engaging with and investing in the community

Management

Managing Group Editor, Lisa Durante develops new publishing concepts, overseeing editorial production of all publications under the GVP banner. Additionally she oversees CR strategy and deliverables on behalf of GVP Board of Directors.

Environment

GVP’s chief environmental impact areas are carbon emissions. This is linked to printing, energy use, staff travel and book distribution; in addition to the use of packaging materials. In initiating its in-house CR policy GVP is reviewing all key impacts quarterly, tracking reductions and initiating new projects to alleviate carbon footprint impact.

Organisational Development

GVP makes a concerted effort to continually attract the best people for the job. The board and management actively support and implement organisational strategies that reduce staff attrition and contribute to better business results and a more satisfied workforce through share options, partnerships and intern programmes.

Contributing to Society

GVP implements the practice of corporate sponsorship in its territories worldwide by supporting charities and non-profit organisations. The causes supported by GVP fall across a range of needs with special consideration given to the environment, micro entrepreneurship, women’s causes, as well as health and sustainable development. GVP’s methodology of giving includes bartering and providing free editorial space across all its publications, in addition to facilitating cash donations via gvpedia.com and assisting in raising awareness of the individual causes showcased.