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Servant Leadership Timothy E. Sander Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer & General Manager, Legal Compliance and Human Resources Columbia University Presentation on February 13, 2020 22 offices across the U.S., Canada,

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Servant Leadership

Timothy E. Sander

Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer & General Manager, Legal Compliance and Human Resources Columbia University Presentation on February 13, 2020

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22 offices across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central and South America

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Foundation of Sumitomo

The fundamental meaning of the precepts: “Not only in matters of business but in all situations, make efforts with deepest gratitude in every aspect.”

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Founders Precepts

Example: “5. No matter what someone might say to you, never lose

your temper or speak with harsh words; politely explain your position until an understanding can be reached.” Two Themes: (1) Show Mutual Respect for Individuals (2) Exercise Prudent and Sound Business Practices

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Besshi Copper Mine in 1881

The Present State

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Sumitomo’s Business Philosophy

1. Sumitomo shall achieve strength and prosperity by placing

prime importance on integrity and sound management in the conduct of its business.

2. Sumitomo shall manager its activities with foresight and

flexibility in order to cope effectively with the changing times. Under no circumstances, however, shall it pursue easy gains or act imprudently.

Passed down over the generations for 400 years!

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Sumitomo’s Business Philosophy: Four Values

Sumitomo’s Business Philosophy

Not Influenced by Changes Stay Ahead

f Changes

Integrity & Sound Management No Easy Gains Enterprising Spirit Public Benefit & Interest

400 years of business history

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“Benefit for Self and Others Public and Private Interest is One and the Same”

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Similarities to “Servant Leadership”

1970 “The Servant as Leader” by Robert Greenleaf
1958 “Journey to the East” by Hermann Hesse

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Servant Leadership Traits

(1) Listening (2) Empathy (3) Healing (4) Awareness (5) Persuasion (6) Conceptualization (7) Foresight (8) Stewardship (9) Commitment to Growth of People (10)Building Community

Source: “Character and Servant Leadership: Ten Characteristics of Effective, Caring Leaders” by Larry C. Spears, The Journal of Virtues & Leadership, Vol. 1, Issue. 1, 2010, 25-30

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Ninomiya Kinjiro

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Ninomiya Kinjiro

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Tokyo Assignment: 1 1996-1998

“The Two Year Temporary Assignment that Never Ended” 1996 – Introduction to Sumitomo Corporation by Mr. Takeo Akiyama

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Sumitomo Corporation Group

Corporate Vision: We aim to be a global organization that constantly stays a step ahead in dealing with change, creates new value, and contributes broadly to society. Management Principles:

Corporate Mission: To achieve prosperity and realize dreams through

sound business activities.

Management Style: To place prime importance on integrity and sound

management with utmost respect for the individual.

Corporate Culture: To foster a corporate culture full of vitality and

conducive to innovation.

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Six Material Is Issues for Sustainability

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100 Year Anniversary Corporate Message

Enriching lives and the world

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Sumitomo TOMODACHI Program

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In Innovation Program

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100 SEED Project

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Diversity & In Inclusion: Building Community

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Take Away Points

Seek organizations aligned with your personal values
Consider professional development benefits of Servant Leadership
Consider “sustainability” benefits of Servant Leadership