Sustainable Investing Spring Symposium: ESG & Communications

Join us for an inaugural symposium exploring the complexities of ESG-related communications  within the financial services industry. This event, hosted by the CFA Society of Boston will feature insightful presentations from a leading expert followed by interactive breakout discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions with all event attendees.

Learn from industry pioneer Sarah Finnie Robinson, as she dives into pressing issues surrounding ESG communications strategies. Sarah will share strategies for effectively communicating the urgency of climate change and ESG investing to diverse stakeholders as well as explore the evolving landscape of ESG terminology, whether or not the term ESG has a future, and discuss strategies for maintaining trust amidst changing perceptions.

Breakout Discussions:
Engage in small-group discussions facilitated by industry leaders to explore practical solutions and share best practices.

Networking Opportunities:
Connect with fellow finance professionals, academics, and practitioners passionate about driving meaningful change in ESG communications.

Who Should Attend:
This event is tailored for finance professionals, including asset managers, investment analysts, financial advisors, and professionals working with private clients, endowments, and foundations. Whether you're new to ESG or a seasoned practitioner, this symposium offers valuable insights, discussion, and networking opportunities.


Event Goal:
We aim to foster cross-industry dialogue and collaboration to address the challenges and discover the opportunities presented by ESG communications in today's financial landscape.
This is a unique opportunity to gain actionable insights and contribute to the advancement of ESG within the financial services industry.

Featured Speaker:

Sarah Finnie

Sarah Finnie is the Founding Director of The 51 Percent Project, a climate communication initiative based at BU’s Institute for Global Sustainability (IGS), where she is a Senior Fellow. Her ongoing research investigates barriers and accelerators to large-scale climate action, including stakeholder engagement among citizens, employees, and teams. The 51 Percent Project won an Association for Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) 2022 award. Book in progress.

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When
5/14/2024 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Where
CFA Society Boston 101 Federal St 4th Floor Conference Space Boston, MA 02110 UNITED STATES
Sign in or create an account to register Registration ends 5/13/2024 3:00 PM
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