We’re proud to announce Mandu Reid and Anna Kessel MBE as the newest members of the Affleck & Co. Collective, joining us as Lead Consultants for Women and Girls Strategy. 

I recently read an article by UK Fundraising that really struck a chord. It highlighted the undeniable link between corporate social responsibility (CSR), employee engagement, and social impact. The article made a simple but powerful point: businesses that actively support good causes don’t just strengthen their communities—they also build more loyal, connected teams. Yet, only 1 in 4 businesses in the UK currently give to good causes.

As the calendar flips to 2025, I’m taking a moment to reflect on what keeps me moving—my values. Instead of a typical "new year, new goals" post, I want to share how my guiding principles shape my intentions for the year ahead. For me, 2025 isn’t about doing more; it’s about doing better, together.