Fernando Napolitano

By illustrating a holistic framework and methodology, the book seeks to help corporations align with a shifting societal structure and, as a result, fulfill the new role imposed on them by both this transition and stakeholder expectations. Historically, corporations are engineered to stay a step behind elected officials; legitimized by the popular vote, the latter drive forward a vision of society which companies need to adjust to in order to successfully deliver their products or services. The book examines the reasons behind the ascent of business over politics and outlines the need for a new - and realistic - operating model aimed at restoring the balancing act between corporations and governmental institutions.

In this pioneering book, four senior managers of the global consultancy Booz Allen Hamilton show how leaders in business, government, and civil society can reach across national and sector divisions, forming collaborative 'megacommunities' that are directed toward a common goal. The authors share the success stories of megacommunities already at work today, looking at examples that range from tackling monopolies to urban revitalization to conservation efforts. They also explain to leaders how to achieve balance between organizational differences and be able to operate optimally. What Megacommunities around the globe can achieve: IMPROVING ENERGY AVAILABILITY AROUND THE WORLD In order to tackle one of today's major problems, local companies need to be working with national energy providers, residents, government bodies, NGOS, and universities HELPING COMMUNITIES GROW In changing neighborhoods like Harlem, the megacommunity includes local small businesses, community groups, global companies, and foundations like Bill Clinton's CONSERVING THE ENVIRONMENT In saving the world's rainforests, providers, distributors, sellers, and consumers of lumber team up with local communities, the World Wildlife Fund, and Goldman Sachs PREVENTING THE SPREAD OF HIV/AIDS In India, a megacommunity brings together both public, private, and civil-sector organizations, including PepsiCo, the Gates Foundation, U.S. healthcare experts, UN development programs, and local NGOs