Communicating Impact: Why Does ESG Matter to Businesses in Africa

The greater emphasis placed on businesses ESG credentials today leaves leaders of African brands open to greater expectations and scrutiny. Accelerated by the pandemic, businesses have been adopting more sustainable models for operational best practice. Failing to comply has opened the door to reputational risk and a growing expectation to raise capital, highlighting the importance of businesses communicating their messages clearly.

Join Invest Africa and Portland Communications as they outline effective strategies to develop commercial resilience and forward-looking business strategies.

12.00 - 13.00 - Light lunch, refreshments and networking

13.00 - 14.00 - Panel discussion and Q&A

14.00 - 14.15 - Networking


Moderator

Luke Baker

Partner | Portland

 

Panellists

Aaron Baker

Global Head of Commercial Partnerships, ESG Solutions Group | Moody’s

Nathalie Delapalme

Executive Director, Mo Ibrahim Foundation

Mary Boakye

Consultant | Dentons

Dr Emily Wood

Head of Social Performance and Safeguarding | PIDG


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