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Countdown to the Midterms: A Conversation with Movement Voter Project on Long-term Investments Impact Democracy
American Sustainable Business Network presents ‘Countdown to the Midterms: A Conversation with Movement Voter Project on how Long-term Investments Impact Democracy and Sustainability’. View a deep dive on the data and perspectives of the key issues that drive community members, donors and voters to take action and impact democracy and sustainability.
Panelists:
– Heidi Lee, Director Major Donor Advising, Movement Voter Project
– Jamila Martin, Michigan State Director, Movement Voter Project
Purpose and Profit- George Serafeim with Jeffrey Hollender
Are purpose and profit in conflict, or can both be achieved simultaneously with the right mindset and tools? What are the forces that are reshaping the relationship between the two? What can we all do to strengthen the relationship between purpose and profit as entrepreneurs, managers, employees, consumers, and investors?
Member Interview with Julia Collins, CEO and founder of Planet FWD
1. Why is sustainability important to your business?
We have fewer than 100 months to reduce global emissions by at least 40% in order to stave off the worst possible effects of climate change. Planet FWD believes that decarbonizing global supply chains is one powerful lever in achieving this goal. That’s why we are very proud to support large consumer companies in measuring, mitigating and managing their climate impacts.
2. How do you realize your vision for sustainability/what successes can you point to?
Scale Your Purpose, Culture, and Ethics
Congratulations! You secured the funding to take your company to the next level.
You now get to hire a team to expand product development, operations, marketing, and sales.
Exploring Employee Ownership: Why Business Owners Choose it and what it Could Offer Your Company
Whether you want to stay or go, employee ownership could strengthen your business and help preserve your legacy.
How To Grow A Credible Giving Program
Watch this informative webinar on the importance of credible giving in the age of greenwashing, co-presented by 1% for the Planet and Avocado Green Brands. 1% for the Planet certifies member donations to vetted non-profits and environmental partners, and Avocado Green Brands has been a strong case study in participating in this global community. Hear how to get involved with 1% for the Planet and how to get creative with giving (volunteering, in-kind donations, etc.)
Speakers:
Dismantling Racism & Inequality
Community Investing for Institutions and Individuals
“Every dollar invested into a CDFI catalyzes another $8 of private sector investment in the community.” Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen
Moderator: Pam Porter
Panelists:
Babbie Jacobs
Dorothy Adams
Tom Abood
This session focuses on community investments that individuals and institutions can make to support dismantling racism and inequality.
Expediting Inclusive Resilience and Positive Impact Through Climate-Friendly, Community-Centric Adaptive Redevelopment
Importance of Business Leadership and Investments in Community-Based Partnerships to Expedite Meaningful and Transformative Innovation, Local Capacity Building, Scalable Solutions and Holistic Resilience and Sustainability In the Age of Climate Crisis
Featuring 2 Innovative Models Driven By Fair and Equitable Commercial, Industrial and Residential Adaptive Redevelopment
Beyond Impact Investing and ESG
The truth is the financial system and institutions are not broken, they are designed to oppress and create inequity. The Restorative Economies Fund at the Kataly Foundation is based on its CEO, Nwamaka Agbo’s restorative economics framework and focuses on systems change for the prosperity of all. Watch this session to learn more about what intentional finance for systems change based on restorative economics looks like, examine some examples of restorative investing, and also discuss the policy changes needed to make this approach successful.
Speakers
Member Interview with Mari McClure, Green Mountain Power president and CEO
Why is sustainability important to your business?
Adjusting Your Vision: State Adoption of a Racial Impact Note Act
The American Sustainable Business Network’s Race & Equity Working Group presents ‘Adjusting Your Vision: State Adoption of a Racial Impact Note Act.’
How you stand on a political issue may well depend on your frame of reference. If that frame of reference fails to account for race and ethnicity, then you may be frequently taking the wrong stance. That is why it is important state legislatures have at their disposal, and utilize, the mechanism to request a Racial Impact Note.
The Real Bottom Line: Meeting Our Fundamental Needs While Bringing about Personal and Organizational Transformation
In this ASBN Livable Planet Working Group Town Hall, we go beyond talking about “purpose” in business and explore how we can meet our fundamental needs on a personal and organizational level. With some new perspectives, it’s surprisingly easy to meet our fundamental needs and transform ourselves and our business. At the same time, we can improve performance and increase well-being and fulfillment, while saving money, reducing our consumption addiction (“affluenza”) and contributing to a livable planet.
Making the Business Case for Regenerative and Just Agriculture in the 2023 Farm Bill
Watch this timely webinar on the business case for regenerative and just agriculture in the 2023 Farm Bill.
Mike Green, ASBN’s director of climate and energy policy, celebrated the passing of the IRA at the White House
Yesterday, President Joe Biden was joined by thousands of leaders on the White House lawn to celebrate the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) was honored to be invited along with elected officials, advocates, business leaders, and climate activists who played a crucial role in this historic victory. Passed in August, the IRA is the largest piece of climate legislation in United States history and is expected to reduce carbon emissions by roughly 40 percent by 2030, equivalent to a net gigaton of emission reductions.
The Case for Carbon Labeling
The American Sustainable Business Network presents The Case for Carbon Labeling. From Adidas and Allbirds, to Numi Tea, to Just Salad, we’re seeing carbon labels pop up on the products we buy and sell. As a business leader, should I be getting in on the game?
Reimagining Recycling: How Tech Innovation is Increasing Landfill Diversion and Driving Circularity
Technology is playing a key role in supporting the advancement of recycling in North America and beyond. AI-powered computer vision systems are creating a more holistic view of where material is moving, and most importantly, what’s in it.
Member Interview with Marcia Frieze, CEO of Case Medical
1. Why is sustainability important to your
business?
Case Medical serves the healthcare community with reusable
devices and environmentally
preferred consumables and solutions. We believe that
sustainability benefits the patient,
staff, the environment, our children, and future generations. At
a time when we are faced
with climate change, water shortages, and unnecessary use of
toxic and hazardous
chemicals, Case Medical provides alternatives that are safer and
highly effective. We’ve
Announcing 3 New Speakers for ASBN 2022 Conference
The ASBN 2022 Conference is taking shape with a program that will inform, connect, and mobilize business leaders and investors to transform the public and private sectors toward a sustainable economy that is stakeholder-driven, regenerative, just, and prosperous.
We are thrilled to announce 3 powerhouse speakers to the program that will have you walking away from sessions with new insights, ideas, and inspiration that lead to ACTION.
Seungah Jeong
Reimagine Corporate Philanthropy: Donor Advised Funds
American Sustainable Business Network presents Reimagine Corporate Philanthropy, an interactive webinar with Soma Sharan of Amalgamated Foundation.
Job Quality is a Pathway to Alpha
In this webinar, “Job Quality is a Pathway to Alpha,” hear how improving the quality of frontline jobs leads to above-market investment returns with our presenter, Ellen G. Frank Miller, PhD, Founder and Chief Scientific Officer at WORC, the Workforce & Organizational Research Center.