Leader Insights
Sustainability & ESG
Alexandra Rogan
In this 13-minute interview, Alexandra Rogan, Executive Director at the Council for Inclusive Capitalism, explores the evolving role of businesses in fostering inclusive growth. You can expect insights on her career journey from finance to political risk, the impact of a shifting global landscape on companies, and why regional supply chains are becoming essential post-pandemic.
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Richard Smith-Bingham
In this 23-minute interview, Richard Smith-Bingham, Executive Director of Marsh McLennan, addresses today’s critical global risks and how organizations can adapt. You will gain an understanding of emerging risks across geopolitical, societal, technological, and climate domains that shape today’s business landscape. Richard shares actionable strategies for corporate resilience, emphasizing supply chain security, strategic transformation, and agility.
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Herman Mulder
In this 15-minute interview, Herman Mulder, Co-founder and Chair of the Impact Economy Foundation and True Price Foundation, explores the power of integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a proactive strategy for modern businesses. You’ll gain actionable insights from Mulder’s 52-year career and learn how boards can use SDGs to identify blind spots and align with long-term investor priorities.
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David Craig
In this 21-minute interview, David Craig, seasoned technologist and Co-Chair of the TNFD, addresses the integration of climate and nature as interconnected business issues. You’ll gain a clear understanding of how companies can assess their dependencies on nature and strategically integrate this awareness. Craig breaks down scope three emissions into upstream, direct, and downstream impacts, offering actionable steps for comprehensive nature risk assessments.
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Dr. Hentie Dirker
In this 24-minute interview, Dr. Hentie Dirker, Chief ESG & Integrity Officer, AtkinsRéalis explores the evolving landscape of compliance and integrity in global business. You’ll discover practical insights into the integrated approaches needed to address reputational risk, human rights, supply chain management, geopolitical risks, and trade sanctions. Dr. Dirker highlights the importance of fostering a culture of integrity, and leveraging technology to uphold ethical standards in high-risk environments.
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John Streur
In this 20-minute interview, John Streur, a rancher and former Wall Street professional, shares his expertise on responsible investing. You’ll gain valuable insights into navigating the evolving ESG landscape with improved data and analytics, as Streuer emphasizes the importance of understanding environmental impacts on companies. He examines concepts like ‘net zero’ and ‘nature positive,’ encouraging investors to focus on risk-return trade-offs within a company’s capital structure and to approach divestment with caution.
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Chiara Del Prete
In this 21-minute interview, Chiara del Prete, EFRAG Sustainability Reporting Chair, discusses the implications of the new EU sustainability reporting standards on corporate governance, and its unique challenges for non-EU companies. You will learn the essential steps for compliance, as Del Prete punctuates the need to upgrade internal controls, conduct mandatory audits, and build the necessary expertise for effective oversight.
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Lindsey Stewart
In this 21-minute interview, Lindsey Stewart, Director of Stewardship Research and Policy at Morningstar Sustainalytics, explores how active ownership promotes positive change in corporate governance and ESG practices. You’ll discover real examples of how active ownership policies have improved climate reporting and board diversity, with Stewart emphasizing the importance of upskilling board members and executives to identify material sustainability issues.
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Tensie Whelan
In this 32-minute interview, Tensie Whelan, Clinical Professor for Business and Society and Director of NYU Stern’s Center for Sustainable Business, examines the evolving responsibilities of boardrooms in tackling geopolitical tensions, climate change, and shifting societal expectations. You’ll uncover critical insights into why boards should diversify with expertise in sustainability, cybersecurity, and AI, and learn how strategic ESG engagement can drive meaningful progress.
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Agnes K Tai
In this 22-minute interview, Agnes Tai, Director of Great Glory Investment Corporation and Senior Advisor of iPartners Holdings Ltd., delves into the evolving role of board directors in managing ESG oversight, addressing the complexities of ESG reporting and climate change. You’ll come to understand how to prioritize ESG accountability and engagement with employees, customers and other stakeholders in corporate decision-making.
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Francesca Ecsery
In this 24-minute interview, Francesca Ecsery, an experienced non-executive director of Air France, Henderson High Income Trust plc., Haffner Energy S.A., and the Association of Investment Companies, discusses the vital role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in sustainable business. You’ll gain an understanding of why DEI is essential for long-term profitability and learn how DEI should be woven into core strategy rather than treated as a standalone initiative.
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Francesca Ecsery
In this 24-minute interview, Francesca Ecsery, an experienced non-executive director of Air France, Henderson High Income Trust plc., Haffner Energy S.A., and the Association of Investment Companies, discusses the vital role of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in sustainable business. You’ll gain an understanding of why DEI is essential for long-term profitability and learn how DEI should be woven into core strategy rather than treated as a standalone initiative.
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Climate & Nature
Johan Rockstrom
In this 23-minute interview, Johan Rockström, system scientist and Director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, addresses the pressing need to tackle the climate crisis. You’ll gain an understanding of why immediate action is essential, as Rockström highlights that the world is rapidly approaching the 1.5°C threshold of the Paris Climate Agreement.
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Maja Groff
In this 19-minute interview, Maja Groff, a Canadian international lawyer based in The Hague, explores the evolving role of corporations in addressing climate challenges through robust governance. You will learn about the rise in climate litigation, with Groff citing successful cases globally and an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice. She highlights a four-pillar approach for companies to achieve net zero and nature commitments, including reducing emissions, integrating solutions into business models, and advocating for policy changes.
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Jingdong Hua
In this 23-minute interview, Jingdong Hua, Vice Chair of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), discusses the rapid adoption of the ISSB standard, now embraced by over 20 jurisdictions covering 55% of global GDP, 40% of market capitalization, and over half of global GHG emissions. You’ll gain insight into how key countries are implementing these standards and the role of corporate boards in effectively navigating these standards. He also delves into the importance of proportionality, transitional relief, and capacity building to support a smooth and equitable global adoption process.
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Agnes K Tai
In this 24-minute interview, Agnes Tai, Director of Great Glory Investment Corporation and Senior Advisor of iPartners Holdings Ltd., explores the dynamic global landscape of sustainability regulations, emphasizing the critical role of transparency and robust ESG disclosures. You’ll gain insight into key European policies like the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), and their impact on Asian suppliers.
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Sarah Chapman
In this 15-minute interview, Sarah Chapman, Chief Marketing Officer of Manulife Investment Management and Global Chief Sustainability Officer of Manulife, discusses the interconnectedness of climate, nature, and asset management. You’ll learn how transparency and stakeholder engagement are essential to achieving climate and nature goals. Chapman further highlights the integral role of nature and biodiversity within asset management and underscores the importance of engaging the next generation in sustainability initiatives to foster lasting impact.
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Vicky Sins
In this 26-minute interview, Vicky Sins, Decarbonization & Energy Transformation Lead and Nature & Biodiversity Transformation Lead at the World Benchmarking Alliance, and Board Member at Everimpact, underscores the critical role of private sector accountability in advancing sustainable development, especially in climate mitigation, transition, and adaptation. You’ll gain insights into the importance of credible transition plans that incorporate social impacts and just transition principles. Sins emphasizes cross-industry collaboration and the board’s role in aligning executive compensation with decarbonization targets.
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Alexandra Pimor
In this 19-minute interview, Alexandra Pimor, Director of Nature Governance at the Earth Law Center, explores the deep interconnection between nature and business, emphasizing that humans are an intrinsic part of nature rather than separate from it. You’ll gain an understanding of Pimor’s role as a proxy for nature on the board of Faith in Nature, an eco-beauty company, where she provides a voice for nature in business decisions. She advocates for a shift from exploiting nature to regenerating it, recommending steps like fostering nature-focused leadership, project development, and cultural change.
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Antti Vihavainen
In this 20-minute interview, Antti Vihaiven, Co-Founder and CEO of Puro.earth, delves into the critical role of carbon credits in supporting companies’ net zero ambitions. You’ll gain insights into why physically removing carbon dioxide is essential and the value of long-term commitments to secure necessary funding. Antti further highlights key considerations for board members to make informed decisions on sustainability strategies.
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Andreas Kraemer
In this 17-minute interview, R. Andreas Kraemer, Director of Oceano Azul Foundation, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Agora Energiewende, and Co-Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ökovision Investment Fund, discusses the essential role of oceans in supporting global climate and biodiversity, and their influence on business sustainability. You’ll learn how businesses can enhance resilience by integrating ocean health considerations into supply chains, addressing risks like port disruptions and biomass traceability.
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James McCall
In this 22-minute interview, James McCall reflects on his 25-year career in sustainability at Procter & Gamble and HP, emphasizing circularity as a vital business imperative. You’ll gain insights into the urgency of sustainable resource management, as McCall notes that by 2030, current consumption patterns would require two planets’ worth of resources. He further highlights the importance of designing products with circularity in mind, making them easy to disassemble and recycle.
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