About

blue csr strategies was founded in 2020 by Andrew Watterson to serve the rapidly growing needs of business, government and non-profit organizations to accelerate progress towards creating positive environmental, social and financial impacts. blue csr strategies understands the power of inclusive engagement, transparency and authentic communications. Investing in an impactful CSR strategy creates positive change through your organization and helps to strengthen brand loyalty, employee engagement & stakeholder value. 

Approaching each organization with a fresh perspective to customize a strategy that is compatible with your organization's culture and enterprise priorities is the aim of blue csr strategies. Understanding that each organization and the value they create are unique is essential to developing a CSR strategy that amplifies the positive environmental and social impacts that the organization can deliver. We leverage the deep experience of our team to support our clients' objectives and seek to develop long-term relationships with our clients. 

• Environmental Social Governance (ESG) 
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) 
• Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) 
• Sustainability (environmental, social, economic) 
• Community Engagement & Investment
• ESG Investing & Impact Investing  

• Strategic advisory services & strategy development 
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) strategy  
• Program management support 
• Materiality assessments 
• Reporting, disclosures & stakeholder communications  
• Stakeholder engagement (community, employees, stakeholders, & shareholders)

blue csr strategies is an LGBT-owned and operated enterprise. We are currently in the process of being certified by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). 

Andrew is an experienced sustainability and corporate responsibility practitioner who leverages his expertise in corporate responsibility and organizational development to guide organizations toward creating a positive impact on society, people, and the planet, while creating positive financial returns. He holds a deep belief in power of authentic leadership and being purpose driven as a means of creating an enduring positive reputation.

Prior to launching blue csr strategies, Andrew held leadership positions in both public and private sector organizations including GOJO Industries, KeyBank, BrownFlynn (now an ERM Company) and the City of Cleveland, OH. 

Responsibilities included sustainability, corporate responsibility, communications, diversity & inclusion and community & governmental affairs.

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