IROs in an ESG World: Find Your Voice and Your Purpose
Wednesday, June 7, 2023 | 1:00PM
- 1:50PM | Room: Chicago 7
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Education Session
| Timothy Sedabres, IRC | Brian Tomlinson | Ruth Venning, MBA, IRC | Ghita Alderman | Gregg A. LaBar |
ESG continues to dominate the headlines, corporate strategy plans and discussions in the boardroom. As stewards for our companies, investor relations officers should be informed and understand the continuing evolution of ESG. By staying attuned to the latest trends and best practices, IROs can determine how to make a meaningful impact within and for their organizations.
This interactive panel of IR, corporate governance and ESG thought leaders will provide unique perspectives on trends in ESG governance and oversight, reporting and overall shareholder expectations. We will address questions such as:
- “What does best practice ESG governance look like and what is your role?”
- “What are the ESG trends and hot topics that really matter to investors?”
- “What are the ESG disclosure expectations of my largest shareholders?”
- “What is the ideal role of the IRO in ESG disclosure and communication?”
- “How should you manage ratings and rankings from outside agencies?”
- “How might your role in ESG reporting change if eventually it becomes mandatory under SEC regulations?”
Learning Objectives:
- Help prioritize what ESG topics matter most to your investor audience
- Take away actionable recommendations for how IR can impact your company’s ESG program
- Understand the latest best practices and trends related ESG governance