For a start it encourages us to be constantly looking at ways to minimize the environmental impact of what we do [all our magazines are printed on paper from responsible sources, for instance]. It also reminds us to make sure that the way we run the business follows principles that are fair for all [so, for instance, we were early adopters of a proper Company Handbook for all of our employees everywhere that covers everything from flexible working and paternity leave to data protection and whistle-blowing].
The company is also an enthusiastic supporter of the many employees across all of our offices who raise funds for a wide range of charities. Besides contributing to such fund-raising efforts, PEI also likes to launch one major charitable project each year where not only a significant number of PEI people are involved, and where PEI provides the cornerstone donation, but where we invite others who know us from across all of the industries we cover to participate too.
As a result PEI, its people and our communities have raised hundreds of thousands of pounds over the past few years for a wide range of charities including: