Corporations - Web of Influence

Corporations

Introduction

What they do/who they are, type of business, size, location,

History/background

Origins, details of significant mergers/acquisitions Details of significant brands, and market share

People

Chief executive, board members, key people linked to the company or brand

Political Connections

Political Connections, Membership of policy groups and relationships with policy makers, Politicians, Political Donations or endorsements, Revolving door between corporation and government

Affiliations

Membership of Trade Associations, Industry Groups, Front Groups, Professional bodies, charitable foundations

Lobbying & PR

Firms used, Issues lobbied on, support from other corporations/ industries

Corporate Social Responsibility

CSR Initiatives, philanthropy, charitable donations or trusts

Controversies

Any controversial activities, particularly in relation to

Subsidiaries

Other businesses owned

Media Influence Organisations

Support form media organisations, or groups, any relevant publications originating from the corporation, providing support or criticising itds work

Other Resources

Other interesting profiles or articles on the individual

Contact

Contact details should only be listed if details are already publicly available

References

All sources used should be referenced according to the house style which can be found here Powerbase:A Guide to Referencing