Jordan Knights
Senior Manager – Sustainability Reporting & Assurance Services, KPMG
Join us for an engaging summit on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, where global leaders, experts, and stakeholders convene to explore the transformative power of responsible business practices. This summit will delve into key topics such as sustainable development, corporate governance, social impact initiatives, and climate action strategies.
Participants will gain insights into emerging trends, best practices, and innovative solutions shaping the future of ESG integration across industries. Through interactive discussions, case studies, and networking opportunities, attendees will collaborate to drive meaningful change towards a more sustainable and equitable world.
Light bites & beverages will be served during the reception.
This program is closed to the Media. Questions? Reach out to Eva Penar.
Greenwashing, Greenwishing, Greenhushing, Greenbaiting & Current Regulations
Greenwashing and its associated terms can offer companies a significant edge by shaping public perception. We will examine various aspects of environmental messaging and perception management, such as deceptive practices, strategic accusations, and the deliberate omission of environmental disclosures. Our exploration will include a detailed look at these terms, current regulations, and the strategies related to reporting and management
Senior Manager – Sustainability Reporting & Assurance Services, KPMG
Partner, Sidley Austin LLP
Senior Vice President, Social Impact & Sustainability, Edelman Chicago
Reporting Fellow, Energy News & Assistant Professor, Medill School of Journalism
Procurement Diversity & Responsibility refers to the practice and policy framework that organizations use to foster diversity, equity, and social responsibility within their procurement processes. This approach highlights the importance of sourcing goods and services from a wide array of suppliers, including those that are minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, and small businesses.
By incorporating diversity and ethical considerations into procurement strategies, organizations can drive innovation, reduce risks, and achieve long-term success while making a positive societal impact.
Our focus will include supplier diversity programs, ethical sourcing, community impact, as well as compliance and reporting. We’ll also address responsible procurement practices that encompass both supplier diversity and greenhouse gas emissions accountability.
This dual focus is increasingly emphasized in sustainability standards and legislation, making both supplier diversity and environmental reporting crucial for businesses and their partners. This approach is not just about enhancing supplier diversity; it also emphasizes the importance of environmental accountability.
Vice President of Corporate Responsibilty, Stryker
Assistant Vice President
Office of Business Diversity, The University of Chicago
Managing Director, Global Engagement and Corporate Responsibility, Edelman
Environmental Justice is a concept that emerged in response to the recognition that communities of color, low-income communities, and marginalized groups often bear a disproportionate burden of environmental pollution, hazards, and lack of access to environmental benefits. The movement advocates for fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies.
Director of Guest and Community Engagement, Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum of the Chicago Academy of Sciences
Vice President of Sustainability, Sloan
Air Toxics and Assessment Branch Manager, EPA
Senior Vice President & Chief Sustainability Officer, Northern Trust