Sustainability Investment Leadership Council (SILC)

Please join the Financial Executives Alliance (FEA) and the Sustainability Investment Leadership Council (SILC) on February 4th at 5:30 pm at BKD CPAs and Advisors for a roundtable discussion, where our speakers will address: - Overall trends and exciting new happenings in healthcare - Spectrum of benefits on the risk scale - Contributions and Grants - Implementation of New Lease Standards - Discovering the root of bias - Creating proactive impact in Diversity & Inclusion To learn more / register, please visit: https://lnkd.in/d7hncJe

Thank you to speakers Gregg Meyer, Steve Madden and Paula Luff DSC Meridian Capital, and SILC's Education Chair Heather Loebner for a practical and inspirational discussion on materiality in the private and public sectors. A couple of key takeaways from this timely and relevant topic: - Materiality is a guide to aligning your strategy with the business and delivering actionable progress towards the most important - or material - aims. - CSRD and California regulations are guiding the majority towards materiality requirements and will likely continue to drive how materiality is viewed and mapped. - The rise of the ESG Controller supports technical materiality that ties social and environmental factors to financial impact. This is a win! - Stay positive, reach out to peers, collaborate with partners. This will support greater achievement of goals around the most material of climate and social impact challenges. Huge appreciation and shout out to our founder and leader Stanley Goldstein and to the leadership team producing peer to peer education through #SILC, Elena Brill, Beneah Gorospe, Mohita Sinha, Tarif Ullah, Andrea Schmitz and many others, including active participants who. The engagement of our attendees continues to create dynamic and interesting discussions with compelling leaders in the industry.

? Final Reminder! Join Us Tomorrow for “A Look at Materiality, Public and Private” Tomorrow, we’ll dive into the evolving world of materiality in corporate sustainability with insights from industry leaders. Here’s a quick look at who you’ll hear from: ?? Panelists: ? Paula Luff, Director of Sustainability Research and Engagement at DSC Meridian Capital – bringing her expertise in ESG integration and corporate responsibility. ? Gregg Meyer, Chief Sustainability Officer at Steven Madden, Ltd. – leading sustainability and ESG initiatives across major fashion brands. ?? Moderator: ? Heather Loebner – guiding the discussion to uncover actionable insights on materiality in ESG. ?? Venue Sponsor: Special thanks to Grant Thornton (US) for hosting us at their NYC office. ?? Event Details: Date: November 13 Location: Grant Thornton, 757 3rd Ave, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10017 Time: 5:30 - 8:15 PM (EST) It’s not too late to register – don’t miss this chance to engage with experts and deepen your understanding of materiality! ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/dEvJ9GvQ #Sustainability #Materiality #CorporateResponsibility #SILC Elena Brill Stanley Goldstein Andrea Schmitz Beneah Gorospe Tarif Ullah Rebecca Craft

?? Speaker Spotlight ?? Meet Gregg Meyer, Chief Sustainability Officer at Steven Madden, Ltd. and President of the Steve Madden Corporate Foundation. Gregg leads global sustainability and ESG initiatives across well-known brands like Betsey Johnson, Ann Klein, and Dolce Vita, focusing on corporate responsibility, social mission, and community engagement. With a background in law, corporate social responsibility, and public policy, Gregg brings a unique perspective to integrating ESG within major brands. Join us on November 13 to hear Gregg’s insights on materiality and its impact on corporate sustainability strategies. ?? Event: A Look at Materiality, Public and Private ?? Location: Grant Thornton, 757 3rd Ave, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10017 ?? Time: 5:30 - 8:15 PM (EST) ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/dEvJ9GvQ #Sustainability #ESG #Materiality #CorporateResponsibility #SILC

?? Speaker Spotlight ?? Meet Paula Luff, Director of Sustainability Research and Engagement at DSC Meridian Capital. With experience at Hess Corporation, Pfizer, and Inherent Group, Paula is a pioneer in integrating sustainability into corporate and investment strategies. She leads engagement with portfolio companies on ESG issues and is an adjunct professor at NYU. Join us on November 13 to hear Paula’s insights on materiality and its critical role in shaping sustainable investment strategies. ?? Event: A Look at Materiality, Public and Private ?? Location: Grant Thornton, 757 3rd Ave, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10017 ?? Time: 5:30 - 8:15 PM (EST) ?? Register now: https://lnkd.in/dEvJ9GvQ #Sustainability #ESG #Materiality #CorporateResponsibility #Investment #SILC

?? Save the Date! Join us on November 13 for an in-depth exploration of materiality in corporate sustainability and ESG strategies, hosted by Grant Thornton (US). Event: A Look at Materiality, Public and Private ?? Location: 757 3rd Ave, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10017 ?? Time: 5:30 - 8:15 PM (EST) Why attend? Materiality is at the core of shaping sustainability strategies that align with corporate goals and stakeholder interests. In this session, we’ll dive into the latest perspectives, including double materiality and other emerging terms. Learn from experts representing an investor, ESG ratings agency, accountant, and public company. This discussion will equip you with essential insights on conducting materiality assessments that meet today’s evolving standards. ?? Register now to network and deepen your understanding of materiality for sustainable success! https://lnkd.in/dEvJ9GvQ #Sustainability #ESG #Materiality #CorporateResponsibility #Event

?? Event Recap: Sustainable Fashion Supply Chains: Trendsetting or Transformational ?? Yesterday, Sustainability Investment Leadership Council (SILC) hosted an insightful panel discussion at the Ropes & Gray LLP office in Manhattan, exploring the intersection of sustainability and fashion supply chains. A huge thank you to our incredible moderator, Nidhi Chadda , CEO of Enzo Advisors, for leading the discussion with such expertise, and to our wonderful speakers: Alexandra Baylis, CEO of Hen, Meagan Downey, CEO of Shiki Wrap, Ulrika Leverenz, Head of Green Investment at H&M Group, and Amina Razvi, Former CEO of Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC), for sharing their knowledge and experiences. Your contributions were truly invaluable. We’d also like to extend a special thank you to Ropes & Gray LLP for being such a fabulous host, and a shoutout to Samantha Elliott and Michael Littenberg for making the event possible! Key themes discussed: ?? Consumers are still hesitant to pay a premium for sustainable products despite advocacy in the industry. ?? Compliance is crucial—don't wait for SEC climate disclosure regulations to act. Start assessments now to avoid future risks and fines. ?? Smaller brands face challenges sourcing ethically due to cost constraints, while scalability remains a hurdle. ?? There’s significant potential in AI for data reporting and tracking sustainability efforts, especially as regulations tighten. ?? Collaboration is key! Without involving the whole value chain—from sustainability teams to finance and design—the issues in sustainable sourcing and manufacturing won't be solved. The conversation shed light on both the challenges and opportunities in transforming fashion supply chains, making it clear that we need to act now for a more sustainable future. Interested in contributing to the movement? SILC is always looking for passionate individuals to join us as members and volunteers. Visit https://silcus.org to learn how you can get involved and help drive sustainable change! #SustainableFashion #SupplyChain #Sustainability #ESG #SustainableInvesting #SILC #FashionTransformation #Compliance #AI #Collaboration

Learn about #sustainable #fashion #supplychains on September 19! If you are planning to be in NYC between #FashionWeek and #NYCClimateWeek, SILC is hosting dynamic speakers representing a leading designer, retailer, sustainable collaborative, and start-up within fashion and fashion-adjacent businesses to discuss sustainability in supply chains. We are excited for our speakers to tackle this tough, but #material, issue (pun intended). We look forward to hearing from: Moderator: Nidhi Chadda Ulrika Leverenz, Head of Green Investment, H&M Group Alexandra Baylis, CEO, Hen Meagan Downey, CEO, Shiki Wrap Amina Razvi, Sustainability Executive and former CEO, Cascale (SAC) Register on the Sustainability Investment Leadership Council (SILC) website link below, while space is still available. Thanks to our host Ropes & Gray LLP and to the SILC leadership Elena Brill, Heather Loebner and the SILC education committee. https://lnkd.in/ea3cbApp

SILC's inaugural Masterclass will take place in November 2024! To introduce this exceptional program, we are hosting a virtual session on July 31st, 2024 at 12 pm. This presentation will provide an overview of what to expect, and we encourage you to register using the link below. This event promises a rich educational experience, featuring experienced speakers and interactive sessions dedicated to leadership, innovation, and change management. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with industry experts and enhance your skills. More to come! SILC's Masterclass intro session information: Date and time: July 31st, 2024 at 12-1 pm Location: Zoom - register below to receive the link prior to the session Registration link: https://lnkd.in/dFwbC4Q3

Excited to have another great event in books ---> GRC meets ESG: Business Risk Strategies in an Ever-Evolving World. Massive appreciation goes out to our speakers Marie Clara B., Chloe Demrovsky, ??Hervé Duteil, Deborah Nitka, and moderator Heather Loebner for their enlightening contributions. Thank you to our event host CohnReznick LLP and Pat Blute, Deborah Volpe, and Zoe C. for their immense help in planning and to our wine sponsor Gaucho Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: VINO) for the fantastic wine/vino! The energy and discussion were incredible. While we’re taking a break in August, please save the date for our next event on September 19. Stay tuned for more details! We encourage you to join our network by applying for membership on our website or talking to one of our committee members that attended the event - www.silcus.org Looking forward to seeing you soon! #sustainability #Leadership #BusinessRisk #ESG #SILC