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The Pilot
03.02.21

How Did Democrats Win Control of the Senate? You Can Thank Grassroots Organizers

By Karianna Torres In a historic win, Democrats took control of the Senate through two unexpected elections in Georgia. To our collective surprise on the morning of January 6th, both John Osoff and Rev. Raphael Warnock were on track to win Senate seats. But why were these Democrats able to flip seats in traditionally red […]

The Pilot
02.11.21

Raising the Bar on Corporate Activism: Power of the Corporate Purse

By: Ben Williams Prior to the November election, I suggested corporations and leaders should to be prepared for a scenario in which consumers held them to a growing standard for corporate responsibility and activism. My argument centered around the impact the Trump administration’s unusual approach to governance, rhetoric, and social issues has had on our […]

The Pilot
02.09.21

BWS Top Picks for Super Bowl LV Ads

There’s no denying the hype – whether for the themed food, half time show, QB standoff, your team in the game or the thrill of what ads will grace our screens this year. We’ve talked about corporate activism, what consumers expect from those with millions at their disposal. Attention is inevitably heightened following a year […]

The Pilot
12.22.20

Breakwater Books: 11 Books that Made us Think in 2020

By: Breakwater Staff Stay-at-home orders and quarantines provided us all a lot of time to fill in 2020. Between hours of Zoom calls, client projects and binge-watching TV, the Breakwater team found time to explore a broad array of excellent books this year.  Here’s a list of 11 that made us think: The Decadent Society: […]

The Pilot
10.28.20

Implications for Corporate Activism in a Potential Biden Administration. Will Brands Step Up?

By Ben Williams, Associate Director With Election Day almost here, Americans across the country are anxious about the outcome and how it will influence our collective futures. Considering the impact leadership in Washington has on the regulatory and policy landscape, it is critical that businesses are prepared for any result. This cycle in particular, that preparation should […]

The Pilot
10.20.20

Early Signs of an Employee Power Flip and How Corporations Should Start Preparing

By: Lydie Neill and Jim Wyderko Throughout modern corporate history, society has benefited when corporations are strongly encouraged to act ethically and responsibly. This accountability requires corporations to recognize the responsibility they have to their consumers and stakeholders in order to uphold their reputations and continue business as usual. This is not a new concept, […]

The Pilot
09.11.20

Onboarding Online: Our Experiences Beginning a New Job Remotely & How COVID-19 is Impacting the Future of Internal Communication

By Nick Rosenberg and Ben Williams T-shirt or dress shirt? How do I get on Zoom if I don’t know my computer password yet? Do all Zoom calls require video? Does that mean I was wrong when I picked “t-shirt”? How can I add value? What is expected of me on day one? You may […]

The Pilot
04.20.20

Don’t Forget About the Younger Generation

By Jim Wyderko, Associate Each day, I seem to hear of a different friend who’s had their life uprooted by the COVID-19 pandemic. I hear of family members hospitalized, jobs lost and futures stopped in their tracks. I try to soothe the anxiety of friends with immunodeficiency disorders and comfort the disappointment of those forced […]

The Pilot
03.24.20

What to Read and Who to Follow on All Things COVID-19

From social media to text message rumors, news is everywhere and misinformation is rampant. So much so that the WHO added a “Myth busters” section to its website. From the growing amount of noise, reputable thought leaders are emerging. Below, we’ve listed individuals who have a following on Twitter for their coronavirus (COVID-19) updates and […]

The Pilot
03.17.20

More Thoughts on Corporate Reputation and the COVID-19 Crisis

COVID-19 continues to reshape all aspects of our society and economy, presenting business leaders with extraordinary challenges. We argued last week that, as difficult as it is in the face of potentially existential financial threats, it is critical for business leaders to also focus on the public good. Doing so is both the right thing […]

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