THE JOURNEY TO NET ZERO, TOGETHER

Understanding the interconnected crises and key business considerations for leaders
Creating value with values for all stakeholders, and what it means to get there
The Salesforce Net Zero journey, and where/how they found success
Lessons learned and blueprints for getting started on or expanding your current sustainability plans

“Global Goals for People and Planet:
Supporting the SDGs through Business Integration”

“HARNESSING THE POWER OF IMPACT PARTNERSHIPS”

10:10AM

SOLUTIONS NETWORKING – NEW FORT HALL

“CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE”

The case for inclusive corporate culture
Foundational competencies needed for ESG driven leadership to build on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Emphasizing the benefits of a broader and more diverse workforce
Establishing underlying strategies that enhance performance

“CLIMATE TECH AND THE FUTURE OF ESG”

Successful climate action has never been more important and it is also more accessible than ever through advanced climate-related SaaS platforms. ESG is now on the radar of every business and capital market stakeholder. ESG’s importance will soar as calls for better data and transparency mount. Climate technology and insights are vital for a comprehensive response and ESG’s future. Using the latest climate intelligence is key to having up-to-date efficient and effective ESG strategies at your fingertips now and in the future.

MANIFEST CLIMATE site ›

“DISRUPTIVE PHILANTHROPY:
HARRY’S SOCIAL IMPACT ENGINE”

With a family of omnichannel brands that have gathered a large consumer following, Harry’s Inc. flagship brand of Harry’s has consistently set aside 1% of all sales for its social mission efforts since 2013. With it’s mission of creating thing people like more through purpose-led brands, products and experiences, this is also reflected within the company’s philanthropic work.

Learn more from Harry’s Inc. Head of Social Impact, Maggie Hureau, on how the brand has successfully implemented a steady social impact engine through honing in on an issue that directly impacts the community they serve – men’s mental health – and establishing ongoing relationships with impactful nonprofit partners to amplify their efforts.

PANEL

2:10PM

“ENGAGING SUPPLIERS TOWARDS NET-ZERO GOALS”

Scope 3 carbon emissions in supply chains can be the most challenging to address on the road to net-zero. How do companies get started when they have thousands of suppliers to reach? What are some of the opportunities to engage suppliers in meaningful emissions reductions? What role can software play to support suppliers and accelerate action towards net-zero?

2:40PM

SOLUTIONS NETWORKING

PANEL

4:05PM

“THE NEXT GENERATION: BRIDGING THE GAPS”

Creating a framework for new sustainability leaders to unlock their potential
How ESG is reshaping the competition for talent
Closing in on generational gaps in leadership and best practices
Shared experiences, challenges and successes

FIRESIDE CHAT

4:40PM

“Building Trust with Stakeholders &
Strengthening Leadership Accountability”

“SUSTAINABILITY AS A DRIVER FOR TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION”

How can artificial intelligence help drive ESG principles?
Capturing system wide improvements to execute impactful action
Implementing technology to tackle social challenges
Machine learning to mitigate climate change

5:45PM

CHAIR’S CLOSE

PANEL

9:10AM

“LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT IN ESG”

Leadership strategies as a catalyst to create ESG driven workforce culture
Building a path through environmentally conscious, socially aware practices, networks and policies
Women’s leadership as a change agent and exploring the commitment to gender parity
Methods that encourage buy-in and organizational support for your company vision to unfold

“IMPACT PEOPLE ACTUALLY CARE ABOUT”

Building a tree planting company through apparel
Innovating with technology
Creating experiences that connect people to impact
Evolving business models

FEATURE

11:05AM

“INVESTING FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE”

Scaling the integration of ESG through products and service
Taking a sector-based approach
Making clear commitments on climate
Actions that result in real change vs. perceived change

“RESILIENCE THROUGH TECH: THE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION TO NET-ZERO”

Implementing an effective ESG strategy—starting with emissions management—enhances a business’s bottom line and helps distinguish it to stakeholders including customers, partners, investors, and recruits. But there’s a larger problem at play: few companies can measure—let alone meet—their stated net-zero goals.   

It’s time companies across industries leverage technology to lead their decarbonisation effort, saving precious human capital for where it’s needed most.  

This presentation will cover how companies can embrace the new era of opportunity ushered in by the digital transformation of ESG. Learn how technology can capture crucial scope 3 emissions and lead the journey towards net-zero and regulated climate disclosure. 

“THE DYNAMICS OF DIVERSITY”

Contemporary methods to create an inclusive workplace
Leveraging employee listening and engagement activities to champion safety and belonging
Lessons from the past as drivers for actionable insights
Critical behaviors for leaders with company-wide responsibility

“THE “S” ON ESG, A WAJAX JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCE!, TOUCHING ON MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS, COMMUNITY AND DIVERSITY”

Steps to identify key areas of need in your corporate community
Key strategies to recruit, promote, and inspire leadership
Diving into the benefits of a foundational health and wellness program
The importance of creating an inclusive and supported workforce culture

“MODERNIZING LEGACY PROCESSES TO EVOLVE AS AN ENVIRONMENTAL LEADER”

Speaking the business language of your colleagues and stakeholders to align on sustainability goals
How to push beyond “the way it has always been done”
Adapting to new innovative processes, products and packaging
Understanding stakeholder priorities, managing a shifting regulatory landscape and reporting progress transparently

“CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY: EVERY VISION NEEDS A PLAN”

Connecting corporate sustainability strategy with real-world actions
Important tools when presenting the sustainability case to the executive team
Change enablement and networking within your organization
Incorporating long range goals and identifying next steps

4:30PM

CHAIR’S CLOSE