Businesses with Responsibility

Ben & Jerry's-  They have packaging that is certified by the FSC, which means packaging comes form forests that are managed for the protection of wildlife habitat.

Whole Foods-They try to be a part of a community and an active neighbor.

Starbucks- Their mission is to inspire and nurture the human spirit.

The Carrian group in Hong Kong was part of an accounting scandal. They grew very large, and then they were accused of accounting fraud. The bank auditor was then murdered, and an adviser for the firm committed suicide. This then led to the collapse of the company.

On January 22, 2002, Kmart filed for chapter 11 reorganization. This was due to great financial challenges the company was facing. Their business improved greatly, and the company became successful again.

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U.S. Department of Commerce

Businesses can expect financial assistance and advice from the Department of Commerce with the goal of helping the business to be competitive. The agency offerings have evolved as some businesses have needed more money to operate, and more help .

Chapter One Vocab

The United States operates under capitalism because businesses are allowed to try to earn profits and own businesses.

My name is Connor Ehl. I like to play baseball and golf. I have an eighteen year old brother and sister. I don't have a favorite movie, but I tend to like comedies. I am a Red Sox fan and a Patriots fan. I don't have any special interests.