Agenda
The ESG Global Business Forum brings together top industry leaders, sustainability executives, and experts to dive into cutting-edge strategies, emerging trends, and practical solutions shaping the future of sustainable business. This high-level event fosters insightful discussions, collaboration, and forward-thinking approaches to responsible corporate leadership.
Strategy &
Leadership
Finance &
Investment
Risk &
Resilience
Supply Chain &
Operations
Technology &
Innovation
Consumer &
Brand Strategy
Workforce &
Talent
Policy &
Global Trade
8:00AM
Registration & Breakfast
9:00AM
Welcome Remarks
9:10AM
Leadership That Brings Everyone Along
KEYNOTE
- Examining sustainability as a business driver
- Understanding investor expectations on ESG
- Strategies for embedding sustainability in corporate DNA
- Future trends shaping economic sustainability
9:10AM
Sustainability Under Scrutiny: Leading Through Uncertainty and Pushback
PANEL
- How leading companies align sustainability with profitability
- Lessons from industries balancing growth and ESG goals
- Overcoming short-term pressures for long-term gains
- Real-world case studies of successful sustainability strategies
10:15AM
1 Hour
Networking Break
Roundtable Discussions
1. Breaking Silos: How Finance, HR, and Operations Can Drive ESG Together
2. Supply Chain Resilience – Economic & Environmental Risk Management
3. Corporate Governance & ESG – The Role of Boards & Leadership
4. Balancing Short-Term Profits with Long-Term Sustainability Goals
5. Financing the Transition – Green Bonds & Sustainable Investment
6. Tech & AI in Economic Sustainability – Driving Efficiency & Impact
7. How Consumer Demand is Shaping Corporate Sustainability Strategies
8. Addressing Global Supply Chain Vulnerabilities Post-Pandemic
9. Measuring & Reporting Economic Sustainability Metrics
10. Attracting & Retaining Talent Through Corporate Sustainability Commitments
11:15AM
Keynote
The Role of Investors in Driving Economic Sustainability
Keynote
- Understanding the financial sector’s role in ESG
- How investment firms shape corporate sustainability
- Market shifts and emerging sustainable finance trends
- The future of sustainability-linked investment strategies
11:35AM
Panel
ESG Regulations & Corporate Strategy - Staying Ahead of the Curve
PANEL
- Overview of evolving global ESG regulations
- How companies mitigate regulatory risks
- The role of transparency in corporate governance
- Balancing compliance with business growth
12:05PM
1h10m
Break for Lunch
Casa Madera (1 Hotel Lobby)
1:15PM
Keynote
Financing the Transition - The Future of Green Investment
Keynote
- The role of banking in corporate sustainability
- Emerging green finance instruments
- Case studies of corporate sustainability financing
- Opportunities in sustainable capital markets
1:35PM
Panel
Sustainable Supply Chains & Corporate Resilience
Panel
- Reducing risk in global supply chains
- Integrating ESG metrics into procurement
- The role of technology in sustainable logistics
- Lessons from leaders in resilient supply chain management
2:15PM
1 Hour
Networking Break (Session 2)
Roundtable Discussions
1. Energy Transition – Cost-Effective Strategies for Corporate Net Zero
2. Circular Economy & Profitability – Closing the Loop on Waste
3. Sustainable Procurement & Supplier Engagement
4. ESG Regulations & Compliance – Staying Ahead of the Curve
5. Public-Private Partnerships – Leveraging Government Support for Sustainability
6. The Role of Financial Institutions in Driving Corporate Sustainability
7. Sustainable Innovation & R&D – Monetizing Sustainability Investments
8. Embedding Sustainability in Mergers, Acquisitions & Corporate Growth
9. Reshoring & Nearshoring – Economic Sustainability in Manufacturing
10. Future-Proofing Corporate Strategy Against Climate & Economic Risks
3:15PM
Keynote
The Digital Future of Economic Sustainability
Keynote
- The role of AI and digital transformation
- Data-driven insights for sustainable business
- Emerging technologies in corporate ESG strategies
- Case studies from leading digital-first companies
3:35PM
Panel
Economic Sustainability & the Workforce of the Future
Panel
- Sustainability as a key driver of employer branding
- The impact of ESG initiatives on employee retention
- The skills and competencies needed for sustainable business
- Preparing workforces for future sustainability challenges
4:15PM
Keynote
Economic Sustainability & Global Markets
Keynote
- Macro trends influencing corporate sustainability
- The role of multinational corporations in global ESG efforts
- How economic sustainability is shaping trade policies
- Final takeaways for business leaders
4:35PM
Closing Remarks
Chairperson
5:00PM