C&IT Sustainability Forum 2023 Agenda
Registration
09:00 - 09:30
Arrival and refreshments
09:30 - 09:40
Opening Remarks from C&IT and RSA's Andy Thornton
Session 1
09:40 - 10:10
Building a Sustainable Future: Embracing the Four Pillars of Holistic Sustainability
Selina Donald, founder of The Bulb Eco, will discuss the four pillars of sustainability - economic, environmental, cultural, and social - and how to embrace them in all our events and businesses to create a sustainable future.
She will also provide simple and easy quick wins that you can implement as soon as you get home to improve your personal and professional sustainability.
10:10 - 10:25
Networking Break
10:25 - 11:45
1 to 1 sessions
Session 2
11:45 - 12:45
From A to B Corp: how to accelerate your event sustainability journey
Find out how your company can begin its journey to bonafide B Corp. This panel will explore the holy trinity of things your company can do, things suppliers can do, and decisions you can make yourself.
During the session you will discover how your event venues can help, and learn more about isla’s Trace system, which can pinpoint exact areas of improvement to overhaul your sustainability credentials to get you on track to certification.
12:45 - 13:45
Lunch
Session 3
13:45 - 14:15
Fireside chat: Implementing both sustainability and social value for live events
During this fireside chat, moderated by Chrissie Beck from event sustainability consultancy Worlds Better, we speak with sustainability and social value experts from large scale agency Identity Faye Priestley, Kathy Gallagher and Mary Carter-Lee about how to implement sustainable practices and social value initiatives for events of all shapes and sizes.
We’ll talk through examples of the incredible work completed in this area by Identity, such as the King's Coronation and other events, as well as quick wins and considerations when thinking about your event’s legacy.
14:15 - 15:15
1 to 1 sessions
Round Tables
15:03 - 15:35
Zurich
What does the term 'Circular Event' entail, and how can it contribute to enhancing sustainability and resource efficiency?
In Zurich’s roundtable, they’ll provide the stage for an open discussion on the ways a circular event can be achieved with regards to the 5 R’s principles. Enhance your knowledge and understanding of this topic and discover measures and solutions to help your events become more sustainable.
Bella Group
ACC Liverpool
How can venues help you build sustainability into your event catering?
From tackling food waste to understanding the carbon footprint of your dishes, ACC Liverpool and their in-house catering partner Sodexo Live! will explore how venues can help you ensure sustainability is at the top of everyone’s menu.
15:45 - 16:00
Networking break
16:00 - 17:00
1 to 1 sessions
Session 4
17:00 - 17:30
Driving Impact: Integrating CSR and Economic Sustainability in Events
Join our panel of sustainability professionals to explore the role that economic sustainability, CSR initiatives, and resilience plays in achieving sustainability goals.
Panellists will share their valuable insights on channelling economic sustainability into holistic sustainability strategies, plus provide you with valuable lessons and practical takeaways to elevate your own approach and impact.
Closing
17:30 - 17:40
Closing remarks
17:40 - 18:40
Drinks Reception in the RSA Vaults