Guy Parker Elected as First President of the ICAS Global Think Tank

The International Council for Advertising Self-Regulation (ICAS) is pleased to announce that Guy Parker has been elected as the first President of the ICAS Global Think Tank. His election was confirmed during the ICAS Annual General Meeting, held virtually on 27 May 2025. Launched in New York in September 2024, the ICAS Global Think Tank is a first-of-its-kind, inclusive platform for thought leadership and collaboration on the future of responsible advertising and self-regulation. The Think Tank brings together advertising standards bodies, global, regional and local brands, agencies, academics, consumer voices,…

EFA European Fundraising4Democracy Tour: Call for Presentations

As shrinking civic space threatens democracy across Europe, fundraisers, campaigners, and nonprofit leaders are stepping up to drive change. On 18 September 2025 (14:00-16:00 CEST), the European Fundraising Association (EFA) will host a special online edition of the European Fundraising4Democracy Tour, focusing on successful campaigns defending democratic values and freedoms. EFA now invites fundraisers, campaigners, activists, and nonprofit professionals to share their success stories in advancing civic space and democracy. As part of our upcoming online tour, we are looking for short, engaging presentations that showcase innovative, impactful campaigns. What…

Tetra Pak launches Dairy Hub Handbook paving the way for a more resilient dairy value chain

Tetra Pak announced the launch of the Dairy Hub Handbook, ahead of World Milk Day on 1 June. The handbook is a detailed guide to Tetra Pak’s Dairy Hub model, explaining its necessity, set-up and benefits for individuals and communities as a practical solution to address food security and nutrition challenges. It showcases the company’s commitment to supporting local customers, as well as collaborating with non-government organisations (NGOs) and international development aid agencies to build resilient dairy value chains. A Dairy Hub project connects smallholder farmers to a dedicated dairy…

Ceres Calls on Canada to Support Policies for a Resilient, Low-Carbon Economy

In a letter sent to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, the global sustainability nonprofit Ceres urged the new leader to support a forward-looking policy agenda for a cleaner, more resilient and investable economy.   Ceres supports North American investors in addressing material financial risks and opportunities associated with climate change and other sustainability issues, who seek policy environments that support stable and sustainable economic growth. Nineteen Canadian investors representing $1.7 trillion in assets under management participate in the Ceres Investor Network of nearly 200 investors that includes many of the…

The Pitch: CIM and IBM to Challenge Marketing Students in Global Competition to find the Marketers of the Future​

 The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) has launched the global student marketing competition, ‘The Pitch’, to students across the world. This year’s competition will be run in partnership with IBM, a global leader in technology and innovation. CIM will work with IBM to provide students with an experience that equips them for their first professional role in marketing. Not only will IBM be setting this year’s challenge, but they will also host webinars and provide top tips to students on their journey through The Pitch, helping them to bring their…