Neville will support Compass’ ‘Our Climate Promise’, social mobility and health & wellbeing strategies, as well as measuring the impact of initiatives to inform future programmes and best practice.
Compass is partnering with the Social Value Portal, which aims to promote better business and community wellbeing through the integration of social value into day-to-day business. The Portal is an online solution that allows organisations to measure and manage the contribution they and their supply chain makes to society.
Laura Neville, head of social value for Compass Group UK & Ireland, commented: “Compass employs thousands of people, supporting many clients – so sharing best practice and ideas in this area will have a huge impact for us and those we work with. This is an exciting opportunity to ensure our social value strategy delivers tangible changes for our people, clients and society.”
In May 2021, Compass Group UK & Ireland revealed its industry-leading target to reach Climate Net Zero by 2030. Compass has also revealed plans to create the Compass Group Academy - a multi-million pound investment designed to develop much needed skills in the hospitality industry.
Robin Mills, managing director of Compass Group UK & Ireland, added: “Compass has long been committed to doing the right thing. Throughout the pandemic we have had a people first philosophy, supporting our employees as well as the communities in which we work.
“Our social mobility strategy ensures whatever your background, you have an opportunity to progress and develop a career with us. Additionally, our net zero ambition has seen us put sustainability at the heart of all our decision making, as we work to transform the food system and achieve our net zero goal.
“Laura’s expertise and passion will further enhance our work in this area, especially through understanding our clients’ agendas alongside the communities they operate in - offering advice and support to maximise opportunities for doing good.”