The Global Trust Project

At Africa's Green Economy Summit 2025, The Global Trust Project, in collaboration with Assidium Registry, convened a High-Level Dialogue on Trustworthy Carbon Markets. Influential stakeholders from finance, policy, and project development were brought together to move beyond discussion and into practical commitments. We are deeply grateful to all attendees for their invaluable participation in shaping this critical conversation. A special thank you to our esteemed panelists - Bianca Gichangi, Brett Stacey, Lawrence Cole-Morgan, and Robin Bartmann - for their expertise and insightful contributions. The High-Level Dialogue overview report distills the key challenges and actionable solutions identified, offering a clearer path to strengthening credibility, price transparency, and registry validity in carbon markets. Read the report here: https://shorturl.at/QscjX If you're inspired about taking next steps, we welcome a deeper conversation on how to apply these principles in your work. Dominic Wilhelm, MSc. | Iain Banner | David Ashdown | Sarah McCarthy | Emmanuelle Nicholls | Phillip Mkorongo | Errol Bryce | Daniel Shaw | Go Green Africa #CarbonMarkets #NetZero #ClimateAction #Sustainability

The #AIActionSummit was a powerful reminder for Dominic Wilhelm, MSc. of human nature's central role in shaping the future of AI. In a space dominated by technical and commercial perspectives, the 'human' perspective is indispensable for this technology to serve society as a whole. Love and trust aren't afterthoughts in AI adoption, they're the bedrock. #Trust #Leadership #AI

On February 19th, at Africa's Green Economy Summit, we’re convening a High-Level Dialogue on Trust in Carbon Markets. From 07:30 - 08:45 we will be tackling a burning question in sustainability today, "How to create trustworthy carbon markets?". Hosted by The Assidium Group and moderated by Dominic Wilhelm, MSc., Executive Director of The Global Trust Project, this intimate dialogue will bring together leading voices to explore how price identification and registry validity could act as key components in impactful carbon markets. The stakes couldn’t be higher. Carbon markets are at a crossroads - plagued by transparency concerns, regulatory uncertainty, and exclusionary practices. Without trust, these markets cannot deliver on their promise. This dialogue gathers influential leaders shaping the future of carbon finance as panelists, including: - Brett Stacey, CEO, Assidium Group - Bianca Gichangi, Regional Lead - Africa, Voluntary Carbon Market Integrity Initiative - Robin Bartmann, COO, Vlinder - Lawrence Cole-Morgan, Global Markets Lead, Carbon Credit Trading, Standard Bank With no slides, no press, no pitching, and a commitment to open, high-trust conversation, this session is designed to drive practical solutions. It's a focused opportunity for delegates to collaborate together to define actions and goals that will foster trustworthy carbon markets. While the dialogue is private and in person, AGES 2025 is not. Join the Opening Keynote online here: https://lnkd.in/dX8Erniy David Ashdown Errol Bryce Iain Banner Sarah McCarthy Adam Fletcher Daniel Shaw Emmanuelle Nicholls Phillip Mkorongo Mzamo Jika #CarbonMarkets #Trust #Sustainability #ClimateFinance #AfricanGreenEconomySummit #NetZero

In a world craving trust, be the leader who steps up. At The Global Trust Project, we've developed the Trust Equity Index (TEi) Survey, a free tool to support leaders on their trust-based leadership journeys. Complete this evidence-based survey to gain: 1. A personalised diagnostic report of your trustworthiness and impact. 2. Actionable insights to improve your strategic outcomes. 3. The option for a free 1:1 Trust Facilitation Call to apply your results. By the end of the experience you will have a better understanding of how to operationalise trustworthiness in your life and work. Start here: https://lnkd.in/dgtDp4Dp #Leadership #Strategy #Trust #Transformation

Dominic Wilhelm, MSc., our Executive Director, has been representing the Global Trust Project at the #AIActionSummit in Paris this past week, making lasting connections with transformational leaders - advancing the global conversation on trust-based AI adoption. #TheGlobalTrustChallenge

The Global Trust Project is heading to the #AIActionSummit in Paris next week, and we'd love to meet you there. We really are proud of this. Less than 2 years ago, we decided to lean into global reach. Big ideas, early days. But here we are. Here’s what the AI Action Summit is about (it’s absolutely huge), why we’re going (madly proud), and how we can meet during the week (we'd love to): ?????? ???????????? ???? ?????????? ??????????????????, ?????? ????’???? ??????????. Alongside leaders from OECD - OCDE, UNESCO, IEEE, The World Bank, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Open Ethics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University, and AI Commons, Dominic Wilhelm has been an ‘expert contributor’ to the Global AI Trust Challenge. The Challenge is one of only 35 initiatives selected worldwide to be introduced at the Summit, recognised for its practical, real-world approach to AI governance. On February 10, in partnership with Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, IEEE, and AI Commons, the Challenge will be introduced at the Japan Cultural Centre in Paris! ?????? ???? ???????????? ????????????, ?????? ???? ??????????????. The AI Action Summit’s purpose is to ensure AI serves society and the public good. Its impact will be felt across governance structures worldwide. With 1,000+ leaders from nearly 100 countries, this is where AI governance, ethics, and accountability take shape. It's not about abstract principles. It’s about defining what trust in AI looks like in practice - from enterprise AI deployments to national regulatory frameworks. This syncs perfectly with what we mean by ‘operationalising trust’! ????'???? ???? ?????????? ???????? ??-???? ????????????????, ??????’?? ??????????????. Dominic Wilhelm, MSc. will be in Paris for the week, attending all key sessions and engaging with leaders working at the intersection of AI, policy, and governance. You must reach out! ?? Message him directly. ?? He'll be at the main event, and attending all key sessions. ?? Join our post-Summit fireside—an informal gathering to debrief and explore. Venue TBD, spaces limited. Drop us a message if you'd like to pop in. More about the challenge: ?? The Global Trust Challenge - https://lnkd.in/dEJJvTQV ?? The AI Action Summit - https://lnkd.in/djUYCigt More about #TheGlobalTrustProject: The Global Trust Project works with governments and organisations to operationalise trustworthiness using the Trust Equity Index, providing evidence-based frameworks to build trust at scale. ?? The Global Trust Project - https://lnkd.in/dT4eja8h *** See you in Paris! #AIActionSummit, #TrustInAI, #GlobalTrustChallenge, #AIforGood, #TheGlobalTrustProject, #DominicWilhelm VUKA Group (not possible without the VUKA Group!), David Ashdown, Errol Bryce, Terry Southam, Samukelo Madlabane, Amelia Kühn, Chanelle Hingston, Emmanuelle Nicholls, Liezel Killingbeck, Naz Fredericks- Maharaj, Adam Fletcher, Daniel Shaw

Scaling isn’t just about growth, it’s about alignment. Alignment gained from people buying into a trustworthy vision. Without it, momentum fades and fracture ensues. The numbers speak for themselves: 1. Trust breakdown derails expansion – 70% of scaling efforts fail not because of poor strategy, but because of erosion of trust within teams, leadership, and stakeholders (McKinsey & Company, 2015). 2. Lack of cohesion slows execution – Disconnected teams lead to 30% lower collaboration, bottlenecking decision-making (Pumble, 2023). 3. Distrust multiplies operational costs – Low-trust companies spend up to 3x more on oversight and compliance, eating into margins (Colligo, 2023). Without a trust-first approach, growth turns into chaos. Strategies collapse. Teams disengage. Customers lose confidence. Want to know how? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dadKMP8r Dominic Wilhelm, MSc. | David Ashdown | Errol Bryce | Daniel Shaw #Trust #Leadership #Growth #Scale

How do you see a lack of trust in the moment? In a recent 1:1 facilitation call, a client who had completed our 6-day email course asked: "How will I know there’s a lack of trust when I see it?" It's a great question. A lack of trust often appears in nuanced, observable behaviours - such as : 1. Isolation: A team member sticks to their tasks, hesitating to collaborate or share ideas. 2. Evasiveness: Someone chooses their words too carefully while steering away from important topics. 3. Deflection: When an issue arises, a person deflects responsibility or meets you with defensiveness. These subtle signals require careful attention and context to interpret, but they often point to underlying trust challenges. Want to explore how to address a lack of trust in your workplace? Connect with us for a free, 1:1 Trust Facilitation call. Book here: https://lnkd.in/drEF2Byz Dominic Wilhelm, MSc. | David Ashdown | Errol Bryce | Daniel Shaw #Trust #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture

Onboarding isn’t just about logistics, it’s an emotional journey shaping a new hire’s ability to trust themselves, their team, and their future. Recently, in a free 1:1 Facilitation Call, a client asked: "How can I shift from intuitive to systematic trust-building in my onboarding process?" Their goal? "To improve new hire productivity and integrate them into our culture." Operationalising trust during onboarding requires sincerity and a depth of intention. Here’s how we recommended this client integrate trust into their onboarding procedure: 1. Share Your Vision: A compelling vision aligns new hires. Show how their role fits into the bigger picture, fostering purpose and commitment. 2. Model Vulnerability: Sharing personal challenges builds safety and encourages openness. 3. Foster Collaboration: Invite new hires to co-create open-ended solutions, stepping into ambiguity with support. Trust transforms onboarding from a transactional process to a relational immersion. Ready to explore how to achieve what matters most to you? Book a free 1:1 facilitation session with us here: https://lnkd.in/dgBsH2Ky Dominic Wilhelm, MSc. | David Ashdown | Errol Bryce | Daniel Shaw #Trust #Onboarding #Culture

What does it take to create an Anti-fragile team culture? Anti-fragile, a concept introduced by former trader and academic, Nassim Taleb, describes systems, relationships, or organisations that not only withstand stress and uncertainty but actually grow stronger and more resilient through challenges and disruptions. An Anti-fragile team culture arises when there’s a shared belief that, no matter the workplace issue, the team can work through it together. This culture thrives on open communication, where team members can address challenges in a way that works for everyone, leading to solutions that satisfy all parties and are resolved efficiently. Teams like this don’t just survive relational or workplace challenges, they grow from them. Every resolved conflict strengthens bonds, enhances adaptability, and builds resilience. The foundation of this belief? Trust. Trust creates teams that thrive under pressure and emerge stronger after every challenge. Ready to start building trust in your team? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dmr79h_Y Dominic Wilhelm, MSc. | David Ashdown | Errol Bryce | Daniel Shaw #Trust #Culture #Leadership