ROOTED IN SUSTAINABILITY WEBINAR SERIES

MEASURING SUCCESS TO ACHIEVE A CIRCULAR ECONOMY
The challenges of a linear “take-make-waste” approach have been further exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the need for a more sustainable economic model based on circularity principles. According to research from Accenture, “The circular economy could unlock an estimated $4.5 trillion in additional economic growth by 2030 by turning current waste into wealth”. Watch as Villanova thought leaders and industry experts from Google, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and 21C IMPACT explore how to integrate circular business practices into their organizations in hopes to accelerate the transition to a fully circular economy. CLICK THE IMAGE ABOVE to VIEW WEBINAR RECORDING
GOING GREEN ON ICE – HOW THE NHL ENGRAINS SUSTAINABILITY TO DRIVE GROWTH
In their most recent sustainability report, the NHL states that 46% of their fans are interested in learning how to be more environmentally sustainable. Over the past 10 years, the League has aimed to mobilize its growing fan base to champion environmental issues, engage local communities and as a result strengthen their sports community. Watch as Villanova thought leader, Karl Schmidt, and NHL Vice President, Omar Mitchell, explore how the NHL has successfully integrated sustainable practices into the League to drive business growth and enhance their brand. CLICK THE IMAGE ABOVE to VIEW WEBINAR RECORDING
Making the Business Case for Sustainability in the COVID-19 Environment
With ever-increasing uncertainty and competitive pressures, sustainability is more relevant than ever for reducing costs, enhancing brand, driving innovation, and building resiliency. Watch as a panel of industry experts and Villanova thought leaders share new insights to craft strategies that prioritize sustainability initiatives within your organization. CLICK THE IMAGE ABOVE to VIEW WEBINAR RECORDING
Creating Purpose-Driven Business in a COVID-19 Economy: From “Nice to Have” to Key Strategic Imperative
Recent survey data revealed that 86% of Americans believed that companies should stand for something other than just turning a profit (Porter Novelli, survey, 2020). COVID-19 has only further strengthened this belief among consumers, which is causing a massive shift in buying behaviors. Join us as an engaging panel of Villanova thought leaders and industry experts share their insights on strategies to gain competitive advantage and build resiliency by leading with purpose. CLICK THE IMAGE ABOVE to VIEW WEBINAR RECORDING
Lessons Learned in Supply Chain Resiliency: Disruption & Adaptation during the COVID-19 Pandemic
In June 2020, Accenture reported that 94% of Fortune 1000 companies were experiencing supply chain disruptions from COVID-19. As a result, companies needed to respond rapidly to protect their value chains and support their stakeholders. Join us as a panel of Villanova thought leaders and industry experts explore how companies can repurpose and reshape their supply chains to adapt quickly and be more resilient in the future. CLICK THE IMAGE ABOVE to VIEW WEBINAR RECORDING
WHAT INVESTORS WANT: ESG & CLIMATE
What do investors want in 2021? “Climate risk is investment risk” the CEO of the world’s largest professional investor said in January 2018, Larry Fink of BlackRock. Investing that explicitly integrates positive ESG factors is projected to reach US$53 trillion in assets under management globally by 2025 [Bloomberg, Feb 2021]. Watch as a panel of Villanova thought leaders and industry experts explore ‘What Investors Want’ and how ESG factors (especially climate) are front and center in 2021. CLICK THE IMAGE ABOVE to VIEW WEBINAR RECORDING