Discussion 12 SOCI 111

Research one of your favorite companies (e.g., Gap, Old Navy, Nike, Starbucks, Whole Foods, Wal-Mart) – a regional company, or a local company. Report results including where the products are manufactured, how employees abroad and locally are treated, health and other benefits offered, and the company’s impact on the environment. Are locally owned businesses more “compassionate” than large corporations? What is the impact on local economies of large companies? Be sure to provide your sourcing within the post! When responding to peers, consider similarities and differences to your own organization.