Seth Green
Dean, Graham School Of Continuing Liberal And Professional Studies, University of Chicago
Corporate sustainability and responsibility have moved to the top of organizations’ lists of priorities. Across the globe, companies are rapidly expanding their efforts to operate and grow in a sustainable and responsible way.
But with this comes significant questions: What are the most effective ways to expand responsibility and sustainability efforts in a reliable, risk-averse fashion? Is there an element of ESG that is more important than another? How does taking a siloed approach to ESG help or hurt an organization?
By taking a holistic, blended approach to corporate sustainability and responsibility, organizations can elevate their impact and integrate practices that prioritize purpose, the planet, and profit into their operations.
Join the Exec Club, Edelman, and Northern Trust on October 18th for The Convergence of Purpose, Planet, and Profit Summit to connect with leaders who are paving the way blending purpose driven work with sustainability efforts and profit.
Corporate sustainability and responsibility have moved to the top of organizations’ lists of priorities. Across the globe, companies are rapidly expanding their efforts to operate and grow in a sustainable and responsible way.
But how did this sector begin, and how did it grow into the space it is today? How have the recent challenges to this work affected its impact? Where does social impact work and sustainability go from here?
Join our keynote session to hear Seth Green, Dean, Graham School Of Continuing Liberal And Professional Studies at the University of Chicago, address these questions and more.
Dean, Graham School Of Continuing Liberal And Professional Studies, University of Chicago
Economic development and thriving organizations do not have to come at the expense of social equity and a sustainable future. By committing to inclusive growth, organizations can grow their business while providing economic opportunity and fighting for environmental justice.
From supplier diversity and sustainable procurement to community partnerships and transparent reporting, organizations can foster social inclusion, equal opportunity, and sustainable development for all.
What does this look like in practice? How can organizations ensure that sustainability is a key part of their efforts towards inclusive growth? Why do organizations need to consider environmental justice when it comes to inclusive growth? How should organizations of all sizes make inclusive growth a priority?
Principal Director, Strategic Partnerships and Communication, Elevate
Principal, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, EY
Chief Innovation Officer, P33
Global Head of Sustainability Practice, Salesforce
ESG reporting has experienced significant growth and adoption globally, with an increasing number of companies recognizing its importance in disclosing their environmental, social, and governance performance.
Regulators and investors are also paying closer attention to ESG metrics, leading to more standardized reporting frameworks and guidelines. Organizations can also go beyond measuring and reporting their outcomes through ESG scoring, an essential, powerful tool for companies to utilize and boost their impact.
A favorable ESG score enhances a company’s reputation, attracts socially conscious investors and customers who prioritize sustainability, and enables benchmarking against industry peers for competitive analysis.
How can organizations ensure their reporting and scoring give a full picture of their ESG work? What are the best methods for measuring and reporting on the social impact elements of ESG work? How can practitioners expect ESG scoring to shift in the years to come?
Managing Director, Global Engagement and Corporate Responsibility, Edelman
Partner, Baker McKenzie
ESG Global Products Leader, WTW
Head of ESG & Impact, Energize Capital
Throughout their corporate responsibility and sustainability journeys, companies must consider how their efforts may influence profit.
To meet clients’ demands for sustainable, socially responsible practices and shareholders’ expectations for value maximization, organizations must strike a delicate balance when blending purpose with profit. Successfully achieving this equilibrium holds the key to not only meeting diverse stakeholder expectations, but also thriving in an evolving landscape.
Is caring for profit, the planet, and community all at once an attainable goal? How does the ever-changing political environment and an organizations client stewardship efforts affect its profits? What are the tools needed to maximize both profit and impact?
Partner, Seyfarth Shaw
Chief Sustainability Officer, Kellanova
Senior Managing Director – NA Sustainability Services & Strategy Lead, Accenture
Head of Corporate Sustainability, Inclusion and Social Impact, Northern Trust
Managing Director, Global Engagement and Corporate Responsibility, Edelman
Head of Corporate Sustainability, Inclusion and Social Impact, Northern Trust