WHU Campus for
Corporate
Transformation
2023
WHU CCT 2023 Pre-conference Workshop – Corporate Transformation: Navigating Sustainability
Sustainability is one of the key challenges facing society today, and there is growing pressure on companies from governments, consumers, and investors to embrace sustainability. The European Union’s green deal will bring about further fundamental changes in the competitive environment, and the EU Commission’s taxonomy for sustainable activities is expected to have a profound impact on the way companies and projects are financed in the capital markets.
Our pre-conference workshop brings together corporate leaders heading sustainability initiatives and top experts from advisory services and investment institutions to discuss sustainability matters against the backdrop of pivotal changes in the regulatory environment. The workshop will highlight how companies can develop strategies that take account of the current changes, capitalize on emerging opportunities whilst promoting sustainability.
Program
Sustainability – Impact on Companies and Markets
Prof. Dr. Martin Glaum, Chair of International Accounting, WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management
SGL Carbon: Sustainability as Part of Our Growth Strategy and In the Light of Increasing Stakeholder Expectations
Dr. Oliver Gehret, Director of Sustainability, SGL CARBON SE
Networking Break
ESG & Valuations – The Challenge to Assess Corporate Sustainability Transformation Now! What is the Financial Impact of Being an ESG Leader or Laggard?
Andreas Mackenstedt, Partner, PwC &rnDr. Holger Himmel, Senior Manager, PwC
Sustainable Investing is Here to Stay, But Beware of Greenwashing
Federica Forest, Director Business Development, ETHENEA Independent Investors S.A.
Wrap & Way Forward
Prof. Dr. Serden Ozcan, Chair of Innovation & Corporate Transformation, WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management