As regulatory demands grow and ESG expectations evolve, financial institutions face a critical question: Is sustainability compliance merely a cost center or can it drive measurable financial and competitive advantages?
Join us to hear Gwen Safa, Global Head of Sustainable Corporate Solutions at Barclays Investment Bank, and Sylvain Forté, CEO of SESAMm, offer actionable insights on transforming ESG challenges into strategic opportunities.
Together, they’ll unpack:
- Why leading firms are reframing ESG as a value driver, not just a regulatory obligation
- How to navigate the ESG backlash while staying aligned with long-term investor and stakeholder expectations
- Where ESG meets reputational risk and why both are critical to financial performance and trust
Whether you're managing risk, sourcing deals, or building client trust, this session offers a candid look at the shifting role of ESG and what it means for the future of finance.