As reported by Henry Schein, the company has been named to FORTUNE magazine’s “Change the World” list for 2024, recognizing its emergency preparedness and response strategy.
This annual list highlights companies making a social impact through core business operations.
Henry Schein’s recognition comes from its ongoing efforts to support health care professionals and communities globally.
The company has developed a strategy focusing on donating and pre-positioning essential supplies, forming partnerships with public and private stakeholders, and strengthening disaster relief efforts.
Henry Schein’s approach relies heavily on collaboration with various partners, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and supplier partners.
The company’s extensive network of Team Schein Members contributes to the timely distribution of health care supplies to regions in need during disasters.
The company has also catalyzed several public-private partnerships to enhance humanitarian responses, ensuring that critical medical supplies are available when needed most.
By fostering collaboration between private and public entities, Henry Schein has been able to optimize disaster response capabilities.
This is the fourth time Henry Schein has been named to the FORTUNE “Change the World” list.
Previous recognitions include efforts in 2018 for expanding access to oral health care in underserved populations and in 2020 for its leadership in the Pandemic Supply Chain Network.
In 2022, the company was honored for its contributions to advancing health equity for individuals with disabilities.
Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman and CEO of Henry Schein, said: “Henry Schein’s emergency preparedness and response efforts exemplify our founding commitment to corporate citizenship.
“Since 1932, we have been guided by the belief that we can align our business strengths with society’s needs to effect positive change.”
FORTUNE’s “Change the World” list assesses companies based on several factors, including measurable social impact, business results, innovation, and how closely social initiatives are integrated with core business strategies.
Henry Schein’s inclusion this year reflects the company’s role in responding to crises and supporting health care systems worldwide.
The full list of recognized companies can be viewed at FORTUNE’s official website, where readers can explore how other businesses have made a positive impact on society.
Henry Schein has been named to FORTUNE magazine’s 2024 “Change the World” list, marking the fourth time the company has received this recognition.
The company’s emergency preparedness and response strategy, designed to support health care professionals and global communities, was highlighted.
Henry Schein’s approach includes donating supplies, leveraging partnerships, and forming public-private collaborations to enhance disaster relief efforts.
The company’s previous recognitions include contributions to expanding oral health care, leading the Pandemic Supply Chain Network, and advancing health equity.
The “Change the World” list evaluates companies based on their social impact, innovation, and integration of social goals with core business functions.