Conferences

I have been asked more than once if I thought the topic of brands taking stands on the big issues of the day is a trend that will eventually run out of gas. My answer is always the same: Get used to it. This is a movement, not just a meme of the current overheated political moment.

This year’s Summit builds on last year’s landmark event, with even more of a ‘Silicon Valley’ flavor as the event looks to tackle the three core issues impacting tech-driven business; data ethics and privacy, social impact and climate action.

The 2nd Responsible Business Summit West (San Diego, Nov 13-14) will bring together 300 senior global businesses to tackle the three core pillars of digitally-driven business. Leaders from Microsoft, Experian, TransWestern, Macquarie Investments, HP, Domtar, Greenpeace USA will discuss and share their insights on climate action, social impact and data privacy & trust.

When it comes to reporting sustainability performance, companies find it difficult to create a clear and concise report that illustrates their environmental & social impacts.

The world is changing at a rapid pace. New technologies, shifting cultural norms, evolving economic structures, and unprecedented environmental threats are reshaping the planet. The business agenda is also changing, and the sustainability agenda needs to change with it. At the BSR Conference 2018 in New York City November 6-8, BSR will be discussing “A New Blueprint for Business” and exploring what path will enable business to thrive and societies to prosper.

3BL Forum is the pivotal event in fall 2018 to examine the Brands Taking Stands movement from the perspective of executives from CR, Sustainability, HR, Marketing, Communications, Human Resources, Foundation, Investor Relations and the C-suite.

For three fast-paced and dynamic days, 3BL Forum: Brands Taking Stands – The Long View will showcase corporate voices on bridging the divide between investor relations and corporate responsibility, the 'why' and 'how' behind corporate decision-making on corporate responsibility, sustainability, and when to take a stand.

PepsiCo’s purchase of SodaStream for $3.2 billion is the latest example of how cause-driven changes in taste and attitudes are disrupting the food and beverage sector.