We are delighted to offer Environmental Sustainability Lunch Time Learning Sessions, FREE for CQ BID Members. Each session will feature a presentation on the topic by a member of the GIRAFFE Associates’ team followed by a verbal ‘case study’ featuring a CQ business talking about their own experience with Q&A at the end.
Taster
- Date: Thursday, 22nd May
- Speaker: Gillian McKee
- Topic: Why in the world does sustainability matter?
- Overview of global megatrends influencing how we live and work today
- What these trends mean for businesses in terms of sustainability and Environmental Social Governance (ESG)
Key points:
- Megatrends in Europe, China, America
- Global response – Sustainable development goals (SDGs)
- Sustainability/ESG focus for companies
- Business drivers and the cost of inaction
- Demystifying net zero
- Risk vs opportunity
- What does it mean for you?
First Bite
- Date: Thursday, 12th June
- Speaker: Sally O’Kane
- Topic: How can circularity increase profitability?
- Environmental improvement and its impact on business efficiency and
profitability
Key points:
- Connecting local environmental challenges to global issues
- Importance of circularity
- Demystifying the circular economy for all sectors
- Business case for environmental action
- Small, actionable steps for businesses
Second Bite
- Date: Thursday, 19th June
- Speaker: Sally O’Kane
- Topic: People, community & driving social value through sustainability
- Exploring the social aspects of sustainability
Key points:
- Embedding social value in businesses
- Fostering wellbeing, diversity, and education
- Community engagement and social impact
- Practical steps for people-centric sustainability
Third Bite
- Date: Thursday, 26th June
- Speaker: Gillian McKee
- Topic: Creating the roadmap for your sustainability journey
- Developing a clear roadmap for sustainability
Key points:
- Understanding stakeholder needs
- Utilizing available resources
- Identifying risks and opportunities
- Importance of data and measurement
- Deploying the Nike ethos
Fourth Bite.
- Date: Thursday, 3 rd July
- Speaker: Jayne Adair
- Topic: Marketing sustainability – the power of sharing your story
- Communicating sustainability efforts effectively
Key points:
- Influencing internally
- Communicating the business case for sustainability
- Creating brand advocates
- Telling your story externally
- Avoiding greenwashing
- Transparency and evidence-based communication
- Thinking "big picture" to avoid reputational issues
Secure your ticket for the environmental taster session here
