Thanks to everyone who attended the Responsible Business Summit 2018 – Futureproof your Business
This full-day Summit commenced with our annual CEO Breakfast with a focus on innovation. The Summit itself was packed with themed workshops, debates, an interactive marketplace and challenging plenary sessions. Many made new contacts and took back to their own workplaces practical actions that will make a positive impact on their businesses.
Workshops
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Two degrees economy – how science-based targets can futureproof your business
Speakers: Chair: Casey Aspen, Communications Director, Preventable Surprises | Speakers: Gudrun Cartwright, Environment Director, Business in the Community UK; Ben Peel, Consultant, Business Advice, Carbon Trust and Sam McCloskey, Director, Centre for Advanced Sustainable EnergyDate: 10/10/18Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pmIn 2015, COP21 set the climate change agenda through its long-term goal of keeping the increase in global average temperature to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels – with the role of business being critical in achieving this. Setting science-based targets, offers the opportunity to make the transition towards a low-carbon economy a reality whilst simultaneously driving innovation, cost savings, and reduced regulatory and investment risk. This session will explore the approach of science-based targeting as an opportunity for businesses in Northern Ireland.
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Engage, Include, Succeed
Speakers: Chair: Janine Fullerton, Director of the People Strategy Unit, NICSHR, NI Civil Service | Speakers: Chloe Chambraud, Gender Equality Director, Business in the Community UK; Andrea McIlroy-Rose, Partner and Head of Pinsent Masons Belfast and Fergal McFerran, Client Account Manager, StonewallDate: 10/10/18Time: 3:00 – 4:00 pmCompanies with inclusive workplace cultures that embrace diversity and encourage all employees to contribute and help shape that culture do better. Simple fact. They succeed because their employees are more actively engaged. That translates into improved productivity and a place where people feel valued and want to work. As society becomes more diverse, that diversity brings a richness of ideas and perspectives that good employers can harness. Find out how by supporting difference and focusing on engagement and inclusion in the workplace, you can transform your organisation and become a great place to work.
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The Changing Face of Communication
Speakers: Chair: Angeline Murphy, Marketing Manager, firmus energy | Speakers: Johnathan Tetsill, Managing Director, Feedback Films; Bryan Swanson, Head of Public Affairs & Internal Communication at Business in the Community and Katie Doran, Managing Director, Lanyon CommunicationsDate: 10/10/18Time: 11:30am – 12:30pmThe nature of how organisations communicate with their people – internal and external – is changing. Businesses are responding to the growing demand and the desire for digital and social media, and many – both inside and outside of the workplace are investing in user-generated content. This practical session will explore how business can still be responsible in an era of ever-changing communication; ensuring that a unified culture prevails as people are enabled to do their best work and contribute to the success of the organisation.
Media
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Firms urged to focus on the future at Responsible Business Summit
The need for business to be sustainable, resilient, and focussed on the future will be investigated by business leaders on Wednesday 10 October at the Responsible Business Summit -
Join the Responsible Business Expo
Spaces are now available fo the Responsible Business Summit Business Expo - Belfast Waterfront Hall | Wednesday 10 October 2018. -
Sky Chief to speak at Responsible Business Summit
Come and hear from Sky Chief, Jeremy Darroch about the future for responsible business, how the world is changing, and what your business can do to keep pace.
