The Ethical Leaders in Action Series is a free service of the Hill Center for Ethical Business Leadership.  Each edition of this series tells the story of an organization that is succeeding by investing in one or more critical stakeholder relationships. Select a story to view below.

Note: Action Leaders in Action Series stories are available as PDF documents and require Adobe Acrobat Reader to view.

Volume 1: Edition 2
Community Landlord’s Commitment to Eco-management is Sustainable and Profitable

Too often, environmental initiatives are equated only with large investments like Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification or green product development.  Skally Management, a family business that owns and manages apartment buildings, pursues eco-management with initiatives and practices that are environmentally sound, commercially beneficial, and achievable by other small businesses.  

Volume 1: Edition 1
Local Restaurant Helps Employees Make the Difference

This first story of the Ethical Leaders in Action Series examines how Blue Plate Restaurant Company has achieved excellent commercial outcomes by investing in employees. Blue Plate Restaurant Company has achieved sustained, profitable growth primarily based on consistently exceptional customer service.  As co-owner David Burley puts it, “we treat our employees like we expect them to treat our customers.”  

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