2025 CATALYST FOR CHANGE / IMPACT REPORT

Our commitment to people, planet, and product.

At Nadel, we adopt sustainable practices and safeguard the environment for future generations. Our commitment to reducing carbon footprint, minimizing waste, and promoting eco-friendly practices spans every part of our industry — a legacy that extends well beyond our 70-year history.

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Nadel headquarters and the people behind the work
— OUR MISSION

Mission.

Nadel's mission is to deliver innovative marketing solutions that drive client success, while fostering sustainable practices and enriching communities. We exceed expectations through creativity, quality, and a commitment to ethical business conduct.

— OUR GOALS / 07

Seven goals that guide every decision we make.

01

Client Success

Exceptional marketing solutions that help our clients hit their objectives and grow brand value.

02

Innovation

Continuously integrating cutting-edge technology to deliver superior product and service.

03

Sustainability

Reducing carbon emissions and waste, and promoting eco-friendly materials across the supply chain.

04

Community Engagement

Philanthropy, volunteerism, and support for the local initiatives that strengthen the communities we serve.

05

Employee Development

Comprehensive training, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

06

Global Expansion

A strong international footprint in the regions our clients ship into every quarter.

07

Operational Excellence

The highest standards of efficiency, quality, and ethical conduct across every order.

— METHODOLOGY / 07 PILLARS

A structured approach to making good on our commitments.

To achieve our sustainability and impact goals, Nadel employs a systematic approach across every facet of our operations. This methodology ensures our commitments to sustainability, social responsibility, and economic growth are effectively realized — and continuously improved.

  1. 01Pillar

    Data Collection & Analysis

    Carbon emissions, waste, energy, and sourcing — measured against industry-standard frameworks. Financial performance, job creation, and supply-chain economics, meticulously documented.

  2. 02Pillar

    Stakeholder Engagement

    Internal alignment through regular training and feedback loops. External collaboration with clients, suppliers, and community organizations on shared sustainability goals.

  3. 03Pillar

    Sustainable Practices

    Energy-efficient logistics, renewable energy including solar-powered EV stations, recycling and circular-economy principles, and a sourcing standard for every supplier.

  4. 04Pillar

    Community & Employees

    The Nadel Cares program drives volunteer and philanthropic activity. NadelU and Lessonly drive professional growth across the team.

  5. 05Pillar

    Innovation & Improvement

    R&D investment to keep our product offering on the leading edge of sustainability. End-user shows and customer feedback continuously refine the catalog.

  6. 06Pillar

    Compliance & Certification

    Regular EcoVadis assessments and audits. Full adherence to environmental, social, and economic regulations across every market we operate in.

  7. 07Pillar

    Communication & Reporting

    Public sustainability reporting that keeps stakeholders informed of progress and achievements. Active social channels that raise awareness and drive engagement.

— IMPACT AREAS / 03

Where the work shows up.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Reducing the footprint of every box that ships.

We're cutting carbon emissions across logistics and operations, scaling renewable energy, and embedding circular-sustainability principles into product design — products built to last longer, be repaired, and be upcycled.

  • Reducing carbon emissions across our logistics network
  • Sustainable sourcing from environmentally responsible suppliers
  • Renewable energy, including solar-powered EV stations
  • Circular sustainability — designed for reuse, repair, and upcycling
SOCIAL

A culture of compassion, empathy, and responsibility.

Social impact lives in how we treat vendors, train our people, and use our platform. Open communication and fair business practices with vendors. Continuous learning through NadelU. A platform used to advance diversity, inclusion, and social justice.

  • Vendor partnerships built on transparency and fair practice
  • Employee training programs through NadelU
  • Diversity, inclusion, and social-justice advocacy
  • Inspire Your Future — investing in the next generation
ECONOMIC

Shared value across employees, suppliers, and communities.

Job creation and apprenticeship programs in the cities we operate in. Local investment in events and community development. Innovation as a growth engine — for Nadel, our clients, and our supply chain.

  • Job creation through hiring and apprenticeship programs
  • Local investment in community events and development
  • Value-chain integration with transparent suppliers
  • Continuous innovation as a driver of shared growth
— IMPACT WINS / FY24

Four of our favorite impact wins from the past year.

We collaborate with the industry's top transparent suppliers, and our unique relationships enable us to achieve results greater than the sum of our parts.

Eco-friendly Nadel products on grass — beach blanket, notebook, wooden tumbler, tote bag
  1. 01

    Industry's Top Transparent Suppliers

    Deepened relationships with the supplier partners who lead the category on transparency, traceability, and sustainability reporting.

  2. 02

    EcoVadis Silver — 2023

    Maintained our EcoVadis Silver Sustainability Rating, validating our environmental and social performance against independent global benchmarks.

  3. 03

    Investment in Alternative Substrates

    Continued investment in algae-based bioplastic, coffee-based bioplastic, PLA (polylactic acid), and PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoates).

  4. 04

    Tons of Plastic Diverted

    Diverted tons of plastic bottles from landfills and oceans through our material-substitution and recycled-content programs.

— THANK YOU

Want to talk about your impact program?

If you have any questions or would like to know more about our 2025 Catalyst for Change initiatives, the team is one email away.

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