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CSE’s 2024 Sustainability and ESG Leadership Summit Brings Global Leaders Together in NYC to Discuss ESG, Innovation, and Net-Zero Strategies
October 4, 2024 – New York, NY – The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) is pleased to announce the overwhelming success of its 2024 Sustainability and ESG Leadership Summit, held on September 30 in New York City. The event gathered a diverse group of global sustainability leaders, executives, and experts, highlighting the growing importance of sustainability strategies and offering insights on how to integrate them effectively.
This year’s summit focused on the evolving Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and its significant implications for U.S. businesses competing in the global marketplace.
A Premier Forum for ESG Leadership
The CSE Sustainability and ESG Leadership Summit has established itself as a leading platform for corporate leaders seeking insights into the future of sustainable business. As global businesses face increasing pressure from regulators, investors, and consumers to adopt transparent and impactful ESG strategies, this summit equips them with the knowledge to navigate these challenges and leverage opportunities for long-term success.
Nikos Avlonas, President of CSE, remarked, “The success of the 2024 Summit reflects the critical moment we are witnessing for ESG and sustainability leadership. Rapid advancements in electrification, AI, and innovation are creating new pathways for companies to achieve Net-Zero goals and build resilient, future-focused business models.”
Notable Speakers and Participants
The summit featured an outstanding lineup of sustainability leaders, including:
- Yma Gordon, FVP, Global Impact and Inclusion, United Nations Federal Credit Union
- Roger Martella, Chief Sustainability Officer, GE Vernova
- Petra Wicklandt, Chief Sustainability Officer, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
- Amanda Gardiner, Head of ESG, Meta
- Florence Bulté, Chief Sustainability Officer, Chalhoub Group
- Helena Athoussaki, Chief Sustainability Officer, Motor Oil Group
- Al Iannuzzi, VP, Sustainability, The Estée Lauder Companies
- David Marshall, Director, Sustainability, Governance, Strategy, Risk, Paper Excellence
- Maureen Mazurek, Chief Sustainability Officer, BD
- Jeslin Varghese, Senior Director of Sustainability, Gateway Development Commission
- Chris Fenwick, Head of Sustainability & ESG, API Group
- Kevin Tubbs, Head of Sustainability, Oshkosh Corporation
- Hélène V. Gagnon, Chief People and Sustainability Officer, CAE
- Dan Labovitz, Co-Founder and CEO, Green Impact Exchange
- Keith Kerman, Chief Fleet Officer, Deputy Commissioner, NYC DCAS
- Jacqueline Kull, Chief Sustainability Officer, Dennis Group
- Nikos Avlonas, President, CSE
- Glenn Tyranski, Partner, 1BusinessWorld
Each speaker shared valuable perspectives on the pivotal role of ESG in mitigating risks, creating value, and enhancing corporate accountability.
Key Insights from CSE’s ESG Research
Clay Young, from CSE, presented groundbreaking findings from the organization’s Annual ESG Research. His presentation highlighted the most widely adopted ESG standards and best practices implemented by leading global organizations, demonstrating how integrating sustainability metrics can improve business performance, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
Many thanks to our sponsor, the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory at Arizona State University, and our institutional partner, the Business Council for Sustainable Energy, for their invaluable support.
About CSE
The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) is a globally recognized advisory, training, and research organization specializing in sustainability and corporate responsibility. With over 19 years of experience, CSE supports organizations in enhancing their sustainability performance and ESG integration through cutting-edge solutions, specialized training, and comprehensive research.
For more information on CSE’s ESG research and upcoming events, please visit www.cse-net.org.
