Xplore Sustainability: Sedex Conference London 2023

Join Sedex CEO Jon Hancock as he launches Sedex’s exciting 2023 – 2028 Strategy. Learn how Sedex will empower businesses to improve social and environmental sustainability in their supply chains through the power of technology, assessment and data.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeaker:u003c/strongu003ernJon Hancock, Chief Executive Officer, Sedex

Joanna Yarrow, international expert in sustainability, highlights how embedding core sustainability principles across an organisation and its stakeholders is a critical enabler of positive change while also supporting commercial benefits, business resilience, and corporate reputation. Drawing on her previous experience as Global Head of Sustainable and Healthy Living for IKEA, Joanna traces the evolution of IKEA’s strategy from “sustainability as a specialism” to company-wide foundational pillar – including how they secured buy-in from every business department to achieve this, and the rewards IKEA reaps as a result. She explains how an integrated approach combining insight, engagement and impact – which she now brings to creative agency Mu0026amp;C Saatchi – strengthens a company’s own ESG performance while also fuelling the development of sustainability-centred commercial services to bring benefits for all.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeaker:u003c/strongu003ernJoanna Yarrow (Founding Partner at Mu0026amp;C Saatchi LIFE; NED Human Nature; former Head of Sustainable u0026amp; Healthy Living at IKEA; established sustainability professional; speaker u0026amp; presenter)

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW234591444 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW234591444 BCX0u0022u003eHow do businesses satisfy demands from investors, governments and consumers in the same sustainability strategy, and perform well across each ESG area? Our panellists explore the challenge, realities, and solutions for business.u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022EOP SCXW234591444 BCX0u0022 data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335551550u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335551620u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:240}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernDaniel Leader, Partner, Leigh DayrnPeter Collyer, Chief People Officer, Ted BakerrnSteve Kenzie, Executive Director, UNGCrnMatt Crossman, Stewardship Director, Rathbones GrouprnKatie Prescott, Technology Business Editor, The Times (moderator)

Hear from the Sedex Training team around the progress and development of the e-Learning platform

The Sedex Technology team will take you through some of the recent releases from the platform.

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW16952922 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW16952922 BCX0u0022u003eAs legislation and stakeholder pressure around the world push companies to address and prevent human rights abuses in the supply chain, the mechanisms to do so can drive unintended consequences. Our multi-stakeholder panel brings together three experts to discuss the trends we are seeing, how different stakeholder groups are responding and what the impacts of the shifting behaviours are on businesses and society. u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernDidier Bergeret, Director of Sustainability, Forest Positive Coalition u0026amp; Human Rights Coalition, Consumer Goods ForumrnRichard Mojica, Practice Lead of Customs and Import Trade, Miller u0026amp; Chevalier Chartered                                                                                              Sophie Zinser, Lead International Relations Officer, Office of Child Labor, Forced Labor, and Human Trafficking (OCFT), US Department of Labor, Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB), US Department of LaborrnBex Hall, Head of Consulting, Sedex (Moderator)

Learn key updates around Sedex’s leading audit SMETA and hear from those who are part of its evolution.

For many companies the path to sustainability has followed a well-trodden path of management systems, impact assessments, efficiency and effectiveness reviews. Is it easier or faster to solve sustainability challenges within a purpose-driven business? Jessica shares some stories of her efforts to protect people and the planet from her roles at McDonald’s, innocent and now Huel.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernJessica Sansom, Sustainability Director, Huel

Learn how one of the world’s largest energy tech, infrastructure and automation companies fuels sustainable growth through continuously evolving and driving their ESG programme. From green criteria aligned with commercial goals to promoting social excellence across supply chain tiers, Bernard Faure-Geors shares his perspective and experience from the heart of Schneider’s global procurement department – and speculates on what the future holds for supply chain sustainability and ESG.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeaker:u003c/strongu003ernBernard Faure-Geors, Procurement Director Global Supply Chain, Schneider Electric

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW65870039 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW65870039 BCX0u0022u003eHow can businesses use data throughout their sustainability and due diligence initiatives – from setting targets to demonstrating progress? How is the use of data evolving across ESG areas?u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernSonya Bhonsle, Global Head of Value Chains u0026amp; Regional Director Corporations, CDPrnJo Webb, Head of Sustainable Procurement, The Body Shop (Natura u0026amp; Co)rnClare Fitton, SMETA Evolution and Impact Manager, Sedex (Moderator)

Boden and u0026amp;Wider explain how worker feedback technology has enabled Boden to better understand working conditions at sites in their supply chains, by hearing directly from the people who work there. This forms a key part of Boden’s efforts to prevent modern slavery.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers: u003c/strongu003ernLea Esterhuizen, Founder u0026amp; CEO, u0026amp;WiderrnMartin Seale, Responsible Sourcing u0026amp; Compliance Manager, Boden

Learn how to draw better insights and guide your decisions using the social and environmental data you already hold.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernClare Fitton, SMETA Evolution and Impact Manager, SedexrnOscar Luiz Muzilli Junior, Sustainable Procurement Manager, Natura u0026amp; Cornrnu0026nbsp;

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW107048544 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW107048544 BCX0u0022u003eBusinesses of all sizes can drive positive impact – even small changes make a difference, especially in local communities. What does that look like in action?u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernArnab Dutt OBE, Chair Social Value Unit, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)rnCampbell McDonald, Chief Executive, Ownership at Work

Sedex’s Consulting team answer your questions around the most challenging areas of sustainability and supply chains.

Australian supermarket Coles explore the evolution of their ethical sourcing strategy.. Aaron Hill demonstrates how Coles took learnings from other large supermarket chains around the world to build a multi-pronged, supplier-engaged approach, first to support horticultural workers in Australia then expanded to other supply chain areas such as logistics, and how supply chain data from different sources is validated to support every public statement Coles makes on addressing social risks.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeaker:u003c/strongu003ernAaron Hill, Group Ethical Sourcing Manager, Coles

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW229169228 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW229169228 BCX0u0022u003eHear the future features from the u003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW229169228 BCX0u0022u003eSedexu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW229169228 BCX0u0022u003e Platform Team and have your say in their development.u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e

u003cstrongu003eSpeaker:u003c/strongu003ernJeremy Schwartz, Former CEO of The Body Shop, Pandora u0026amp; MD of L’Oreal and Chairman of Kantars Sustainability Transformation Practice

Qu0026amp;Arnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernJon Hancock, Chief Executive Officer, SedexrnKatie Prescott, Technology Business Editor, The Times

Ahead of the Sedex Sustainability and Awards dinner there will be a drinks reception. This is only for delegates attending the awards dinner.

u003cspan data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eJoin us for an evening of recognition and fun at the Awards Dinner. u003c/spanu003eu003cspan data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335551550u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335551620u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:240}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eThis is a ticketed event. u003c/spanu003eu003cspan data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335551550u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335551620u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:240}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003e

Sedex Director of Member and Customer Relations, Allison Hudson, opens day 2 with an update on how Sedex’s Strategy is transforming Sedex’s customer experience through our tools and community.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeaker:u003c/strongu003ernAllison Hudson, Director of Member u0026amp; Customer Relations, Sedex

Should business engage with stakeholders on their ESG agenda? To what extent? And how has this changed over the years? Michael Dickstein from Duracell reflects on the corporate journey from very limited touch points in the past, to increased stakeholder dialogue and engagement, up to the recent rise of partnerships. Michael will cover some of Duracell’s own approach, including a feature on lithium coin batteries and child safety.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeaker:u003c/strongu003ernMichael Dickstein, Corporate Affairs Director (Europe and Africa), Duracell

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW256850998 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW256850998 BCX0u0022u003eOur panel explores ways to make sustainable sourcing decisions and build supply chain resilience amid crisis, conflict and disruption, with practical examples and on-the-ground insight.u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernLeong Siew Mui, Head of Social Compliance, HartalegarnManal Ramadan White, Chief Executive Officer, ZaytounrnRachel Munns, Head of Sustainable Sourcing, World Wise FoodsrnKenzo Taniuchi, Deputy Senior General Manager, Sustainability Management Division, Suntory Holdings LtdrnChloe Tilley, Breakfast Presenter, Times Radio (Moderator)

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW20273413 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW20273413 BCX0u0022u003eWhat do stakeholders want to know about your company’s sustainability performance? Identify the data to answer their questions and communicate your progress crediblyu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW20273413 BCX0u0022u003e.u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernClare Fitton, SMETA Evolution and Impact Manager, SedexrnKatie Shaw, Chief Partnerships and Communications Officer, Open Supply Hub

Hear about Sedex’s Ethical Trade Co-ordinator programme, how they are impacting their clients and how they can help your business.

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW23724943 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW23724943 BCX0u0022u003eThe u0022worthu0022 in good ESG performance isn’t just about profit – how else do businesses u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW23724943 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW23724943 BCX0u0022u003equantify and demu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW23724943 BCX0u0022u003eonstrateu003c/spanu003e u003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW23724943 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW23724943 BCX0u0022u003ethis worth, and educate stakeholders on the value in long-term sustainability? The session will explore how businesses can use assessment data to demonstrate improvement in social and environmental sustainability.u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernSandra Schoonhoven, Lead, Center of Expertise on Climate Risk, INGrnLouise Herring, Executive Director, AIM-ProgressrnBex Hall, Head of Consulting, Sedex (Moderator)

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW84727057 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW84727057 BCX0u0022u003eWorking together APSCA and u003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW84727057 BCX0u0022u003eSedexu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW84727057 BCX0u0022u003e are driving the future of audit. Hear how they can support your organisation and how u003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW84727057 BCX0u0022u003eSedex’su003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW84727057 BCX0u0022u003e Audit Quality Programme is ensuring a high level of delivery.u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022EOP SCXW84727057 BCX0u0022 data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335551550u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335551620u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:240}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003e

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW162776505 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW162776505 BCX0u0022u003eHow far down your supply chain do you need visibility to be impactful and truly meet ESG goals? Our panellists discuss the inevitable compromises, intelligent solutions, and power of collaboration to scale your efforts.u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernPaul Bradley, Senior Director of Product Marketing, TraceGainsrnRobin Sundaram, Sustainable Sourcing Manager, Nestle UK u0026amp; IrelandrnPavi Ram, Impact Navigator, Tony’s ChocoloneyrnMark Hooper, Commercial Director, Sedex (Moderator)

Nine British retailers, working with sustainable trade organisation IDH have just committed to enabling workers in their banana supply chains to receive living wages by 2027. How did these fiercely competitive supermarkets agree to collaborate, and why now? IDH, Marks u0026amp; Spencer and Co-op highlight how the initiative developed, and the learnings that other sectors, buyers, and supply chain actors can take to help address other challenges that are simply too big to tackle alone.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernAmanda Penn, Senior Partnerships Manager, IDH the Sustainable Trade InitiativernHeather Cadden, Responsible Sourcing Manager, Mu0026amp;SrnJohanna Wilson, Sustainability Programme Manager, Tesco

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW88476078 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW88476078 BCX0u0022u003eHow does Ou003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW88476078 BCX0u0022u003eliou003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW88476078 BCX0u0022u003e help businesses to measure, evidence and report on the great work they do with them – with credible, accurate data?u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022EOP SCXW88476078 BCX0u0022 data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335551550u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335551620u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:240}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeaker:u003c/strongu003ernLiam Jones, Head pf Business Development, Olio

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW121295840 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW121295840 BCX0u0022u003eComplying with legislation is one of the biggest challenges businesses face in managing sustainable supply chains. u003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW121295840 BCX0u0022u003eSedex’su003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW121295840 BCX0u0022u003e Consultu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW121295840 BCX0u0022u003eingu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW121295840 BCX0u0022u003e Team share how to overcome some of these challenges and convert them into opportunities.u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022EOP SCXW121295840 BCX0u0022 data-ccp-props=u0022{u0026quot;201341983u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335551550u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335551620u0026quot;:2,u0026quot;335559739u0026quot;:0,u0026quot;335559740u0026quot;:240}u0022u003e u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernBex Hall, Head of Consulting, SedexrnMiranda Murphy, Principal Consultant, SedexrnFrancisca Sassetti, Senior Consultant, Sedex

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW129205678 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022noneu0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW129205678 BCX0u0022u003eOur speakers discuss the need for bridging competitive boundaries and working together – collaboration isn’t anti-competitive, it’s a business advantage when the outcome is sustainability. This collaborative approach across competitors, regions, supply tiers and industries u003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW129205678 BCX0u0022u003eisu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW129205678 BCX0u0022u003e also an essential component of positive change.u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernLuis Bueno, Group Director of Employment Equity and Social Impact, Compass GrouprnDr Kristian Moeller, Managing Director, GLOBALG.A.P.

u003cdiv class=u0022ewa-rteLineu0022u003ernu003cdiv class=u0022ewa-rteLineu0022u003eAs the financial world grows increasingly familiar with ESG and its relationship to long term business success, is this encouraging a “race to the top” in corporate sustainability? Jon Hughes explores investors’ maturing approaches, sustainability linked funding models, and the power of ESG tou003c/divu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022ewa-rteLineu0022u003edrive sustainability through investment into the supply chain.u003c/divu003ernu003cdivu003eu003c/divu003ernu003c/divu003ernu003cdivu003eu003cstrongu003eSpeaker:u003c/strongu003ernJon Hughes, Sustainable Supply Chain, KPMG LLPu003c/divu003e

3 innovative companies showcase their smart solutions to solve sustainability challenges – from clever climate tech to intelligent data tools. Featuring solar tech company Ubiquitous Energy, worker advice platform creator Fifty Eight, and human rights toolkit app Everyone’s Business.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSpeakers:u003c/strongu003ernMiles Barr, Founder u0026amp; Chief Technology Officer, Ubiquitious EnergyrnHattie Godber, Partner Manager, Carnstone Everyone’s Business by CarnstonernQuintin Lake, Director, Fifty EightrnRoss Heritage, Chief Technology Officer, Sedex (Moderator)

u003cspan class=u0022TextRun SCXW109459205 BCX0u0022 lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 xml:lang=u0022EN-GBu0022 data-contrast=u0022autou0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW109459205 BCX0u0022u003eJoin us for a summary of key messages and takeaways from the u003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW109459205 BCX0u0022u003eSedexu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022NormalTextRun SCXW109459205 BCX0u0022u003e Conference 2023. u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSpeaker:u003c/strongu003ernJon Hancock, Chief Executive Officer, Sedex