Harper Pierce & Co Raises Money for Cancer Research

St. Louis, Mssouri, November 27, 2015 (Newswire.com) - ​Team members from Harper Pierce & Co were honored to support the St. Jude Children’s Hospital through a unique fundraising effort. “We participated in the hospital’s walk/run event, and we are already looking forward to next year,” said the firm’s president. “It was a great opportunity to make new connections while raising money to help children struggling with cancer and the families that support them.”

St. Jude Children’s Hospital provides treatment, housing, and food to families going through a childhood cancer diagnosis. The hospital’s mission is to continue to provide these services until no child dies from cancer. “Our team enjoys the opportunity to support a cause that is touching and close to our hearts,” the president added. “We all know someone who has been affected by cancer, so anything we can do to support the fight is well worth our time.”

"Our team enjoys the opportunity to support a cause that is touching and close to our hearts,"

Harper Pierce & Co’s President on How Philanthropic Pursuits Benefit Team Members

 “The benefits of supporting those in need speak for themselves,” the president remarked. “Here at Harper Pierce & Co, we know that the advantages go beyond making a difference in the community and helping people live better lives. Maintaining a philanthropic culture also helps a company’s team members in a variety of ways.”

More than ever, people want to feel good about the companies they work for. They want to know that their firms are focused on making a positive impact on the world. The president said, “Millennials and other younger professionals are interested in changing the world for the better. When you commit to helping worthy causes, your team members will be more motivated to invest in their work and their careers.”

Professionals also get the chance to learn new skills during giveback events. The president and the rest of the Harper Pierce & Co executive team have seen these effects with their own associates. “Our team members’ networking skills are enhanced every time we help with a volunteer effort,” she noted. “They obtain valuable experience when they connect with community leaders and interact with people from all walks of life. That really pays off when it comes to building relationships with customers and business partners.”

The president believes that team members also become stronger collaborators. She explained, “Our people come to appreciate each other’s unique skills when they see them in action outside of the office. There is something special about the new perspectives that giving back can create, and they bolster camaraderie like nothing else.”

About Harper Pierce & Co

Harper Pierce & Co.’s approach to marketing is simple: bring clients together with consumers in a dynamic fashion. The firm’s outreach campaigns are immersed into the consumer experience to promote front-of-mind consciousness and interaction with the brands they represent. Equipped with the most up-to-date market research and demographic trends, their branding specialists efficiently and consistently deliver measurable results. The firm’s track record for success is based on their ability to build consumer bases fast and deliver a high return on investment. Through meticulous planning and teamwork, Harper Pierce & Co. consistently exceeds expectations.