This episode was originally released on June 29, 2022 | In this episode of Holland & Knight’s The Eyes on Washington podcast series, Public Policy & Regulation Group Leader Rich Gold is joined by Dan Ekstein, Partner & Chief Business Development Officer of Sagac Public Affairs. Their conversation focuses on the increasing role and importance of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) in the boardrooms of public companies. During this discussion, Mr. Gold and Mr. Ekstein provide insight on maintaining trust and credibility among stakeholders while navigating, advocating and lobbying on major ESG issues. They also touch on the differing views that may exist between employees and major shareholders at a company, and advise executives on how to balance those interests while still keeping the business on an upward trajectory and remaining a talent magnet. In addition, they discuss the overall challenges that coincide with starting a dialogue regarding ESG issues within a company.