1. Walmart, Monster Beverage, and Patagonia are presented as three examples of firms capturing the extraordinary complexity of the business-supplier relationship. Identify the major components of these examples as a model for other firms to follow in managing its supplier stakeholder relationship.
2. In your opinion, what are the most pressing and significant concerns facing communities today? Why do you think so? How would a business's community relations department address that concern?
3. Analyze why a business may wish to get involved in community relations. What benefits accrue to businesses that actively participate in their communities?