“The International Energy Agency estimates that four trillion of investment is required annually between now and 2030 in order to transition to net zero.”

Join us as we explore:

• Challenges and solutions in integrating ESG into financial practices

• The impact of COP goals on banking and investment strategies

• The importance of climate scenario modelling

• Greenwashing and the rise of green hushing

• Policies needed to advance sustainable finance

In this episode, David Aikman, a Professor of Finance (Practice) at King’s Business School, is in conversation with Emily Farrimond, Partner – Sustainability Lead at Baringa, a consulting firm.

Learn more about King's Business School: www.kcl.ac.uk/business

“You need to understand the needs of the people and from there set up your solutions.”

Join us as we explore:

• How large organisations can push for positive social change from within

• Lessons learned from two system changer networks in Kenya and India

• Manuela’s advice to graduates and would-be changemakers

In this episode, Dr Elisa Alt, a Lecturer in Entrepreneurship at King’s Business School, is in conversation with Manuela Pastore, Associate Director of Making More Health Community Activation, a social entrepreneurial initiative by Boehringer Ingelheim.

Learn more about King's Business School: www.kcl.ac.uk/business

“There isn't a bad place to be as long as you're on the journey.” 

In this episode, Dr Catherine Tilley, a senior lecturer in business ethics and sustainability, is in conversation with Kevin Dunckley, the Chief Sustainability Officer of HH Global, a tech-enabled creative production and procurement partner.

 

Join us as we explore:

- How to manage social and environmental issues in supply chains

- Data gathering and reporting in the face of incoming legislation

- The Sustainable Procurement Framework

- How managers can adapt to rapid changes in supply chain sustainability

Learn more about King's Business School: www.kcl.ac.uk/business

“You don't have to get it right first time, but you must start the journey.”

Join us as we explore: Differences between ESG and sustainability reporting, Impact of ESG and sustainability on investor decision-making, Challenges and opportunities present in private markets, How to keep up with changing regulatory requirements, The intersection of engineering and investor mindsets

In this episode, Dr Robyn Klingler-Vidra, a reader in entrepreneurship and sustainability, is in conversation with Paul Anthony Zaman, the Director of Qualvin Advisory, a boutique strategic consulting and investment advisory firm.

Learn more about King's Business School: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/business

“AI may become superior in every single task. In this scenario, the primary role of humans would be to provide feedback to AI, enabling it to serve us better.”

Join us as we explore:

The impact of AI on human labour

The skills and qualifications needed for today’s data-driven organisations

The entrepreneurial opportunities presented by the AI industry

In this episode, Dr Aybars Tuncdogan, senior lecturer in marketing and technology, is in conversation with Samir Sharma, the Founder and CEO of datazuum, a data strategy and analytics consultancy.

Learn more about King's Business School: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/business

Learn more about datazuum:

https://datazuum.com/

Join us as we explore what generative AI means for education, and how it’s already being used (or not) by teachers and students. Discover what key skills are needed to thrive in an AI-driven world and gain insights into the evolving landscape of education over the next five years.

In this episode, Oguz A Acar, a professor of marketing and innovation, is in conversation with Pat Yongpradit, the Chief Academic Officer at Code.org.

Pat leads TeachAI, a global initiative by Code.org, ETS, ISTE, Khan Academy, and the WEF. They deal with issues related to teaching with and about AI. Pat works on policy, community, awareness, and capacity building, to help education systems realise the benefits of AI while mitigating its risks. 

Oguz is a Professor of Marketing and Innovation at King's Business School, a Research Affiliate at Laboratory of Innovation Science at Harvard University, and an Expert of Behavioural Sciences and Innovation at the WEF.

Learn more about King's Business School: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/business

Learn more about Code.org: https://code.org/

In this episode, Dr. Catherine Tilley, a senior lecturer in business ethics and sustainability, is in conversation with Errol Gardner, the Global Vice Chair of Consulting at EY.  

Errol leads EY Global Consulting with over 100,000 professionals worldwide. He advises clients on how to lead transformations with both data and a human centric approach. He’s passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion and is a member of the Executive Leadership Council, an organisation committed to increasing C-suite Black Executives on corporate boards. 

Dr Catherine Tilley is a Senior Lecturer in Business Ethics & Sustainability and Impact Director for the Institute for Sustainable Business. Her research examines how people in companies incorporate social and environmental sustainability into their decision-making; and how complex socio-technical systems (such as transport networks) adapt to climate pressures. 

Join us as we explore the challenges of transforming a business and the strategies which help mitigate failures. Learn the importance of learning, listening, and including diverse perspectives when managing successful business transformations.

Learn more about King's Business School: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/business

In this episode, Anna Lelia Sandoghdar sits down with Georgia Jones and Yasha Estraikh from Piper, the investor-partner of choice for ambitious founders growing brand legends that make people’s lives healthier, happier, and more fulfilling, while helping them minimise their impact on the environment.

Join us as we explore Piper's purpose as an investor, their commitment to building purpose-driven organisations, and the delicate balance between profitability and purpose in their investment approach. Discover how Piper's journey to becoming a B Corp has transformed their operations and investments, and gain insights into the evolving role of private equity in fostering sustainability.

Tune in for a deep dive into the world of purpose-driven investing with real-world examples and valuable perspectives.

Learn more about Piper: https://www.piper.co.uk/

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Learn more about the Meaning and Purpose Network: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/business/working-with-business/meaning-and-purpose-network

In this episode of Purpose Conversations, Anna Lelia Sandoghdar is joined by Guy de Nicholay, an Investment Analyst at Dealflow.EU. They delve into how regulations drive responsible business, the role of organisational purpose in startups, and the investor perspective on sustainability and impact. Their conversation also explores the challenges and opportunities presented by EU regulations for impact entrepreneurs, and how venture capital can balance profit with purpose to foster an ethical and sustainable future.

In this episode of Connections, PhD Student in Strategy, International Management & Entrepreneurship, Nadine Scholz is joined by Ieva Soblickaite, Chief Product Officer at NordPass. They discuss how to shape a creative work environment where ideas can flourish and become innovative products such as passkeys as part of the passwordless future.