Social
Responsibility
Real People. Real Impact.
We care about impact.
Social responsibility is at the heart of our ethos. We believe that businesses have a responsibility beyond profit, by committing staff time to support DEI initiatives and sharing company profits with staff and the communities we serve.
Our commitment to social responsibility reflects our dedication to positively impacting society and the environment.
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Environmental Stewardship
Sustainability is integral to our business practices. By minimizing our environmental footprint, investing in eco-friendly technologies, and supporting conservation efforts, we strive to create a greener and healthier planet.
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Social Impact
We recognize our role in contributing to the well-being of the communities we operate in. Through our initiatives, we aim to address social challenges, promote education, and support local causes.
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Markets & Supply Chains
Our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a sense of purpose among our team and encourage philanthropic participation. This enhances our workplace culture and strengthens our ties with the community.
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Ethical Business Practices
We uphold high ethical standards in all our operations. We ensures transparency, fairness, and accountability, building trust among stakeholders and contributing to the overall ethical landscape of our industry.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We are committed to continuously educating our team and building a diverse workforce because this helps us develop solutions for sustainability challenges across diverse communities. This enables us to provide clients with innovative, culturally sensitive, and holistic solutions that drive positive environmental and social impact. Our commitment extends not only to enhancing diversity and inclusion within our organization but also within the scope of our work.
We are committed to self-reflection and investment in fostering intercultural competence throughout our organization, especially among our leaders. Our journey is ongoing; we continuously seek opportunities to bolster inclusivity, and further advance equity and diversity within our company.
In our commitment to promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), RRS has taken concrete steps to ensure that these values are embedded in our organization and the work we undertake.
Here's how we're achieving this:
DEI COMMITTEE
Our DEI initiatives are driven by a dedicated group of individuals from within our organization. They educate and train staff on DEI practices, curate engaging DEI activities, and cultivate best practices. Their dedication is a driving force behind our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Within our work, we actively engage with diverse communities, acknowledging and respecting their unique sociocultural contexts. By working closely with these communities, we gain invaluable insights that inform our approach, enabling us to tailor our solutions to be more culturally sensitive and relevant.
Client ENGAGEMENT
We integrate our DEI principles into our projects to offer a comprehensive and more effective approach to our clients. By doing so, we foster more inclusive solutions for the communities and markets our clients serve.
SOCIAL IMPACT FUND
RRS established a Social Impact Fund that allows us to invest in initiatives that drive meaningful social and environmental progress.
RECRUITMENT
We use blind hiring strategies to redact names, location, gender, and race indicators on resumes to reduce unconscious bias in decision-making. We actively recruit at HBCUs and diversity boards and participate in ISRI’s Sustainability Pathways program.
Cultivating an Owner’s Mindset
Why We’re Making the Move to Employee Ownership
At RRS, we’re owners in every sense. We believe in the power of collective success and the strength created through shared ownership. In 2024, we launched our employee ownership model as we transition to a full Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Our company culture has always centered on its people. Our employee ownership model empowers each of us to drive success, take initiative, and continuously improve together.
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Shared Success
We share in the success and growth of our company. Each milestone reached is a testament to our combined efforts.
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Collaborative Culture
We have a collaborative and supportive work environment. We cultivate a culture of teamwork, mutual respect, and shared responsibility.
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Long-Term Stability
By actively participating in the ownership of our workplace, we contribute to its stability and the long-term success of the company.