Without a secure water source, one of the world’s most iconic industries simply cannot exist. Join Kim Marotta, Chief Environmental Sustainability Officer and Head of Enterprise Risk Management at Suntory Global Spirits, for a high-stakes look at why water stewardship is the ultimate business imperative. In this captivating fireside chat from The US Summit 2026 in Chicago, Kim unpacks the "No Water, No Whiskey" philosophy that drives Suntory’s global strategy. She explores the critical link between environmental sustainability and enterprise risk management, revealing how the company behind Jim Beam and Maker’s Mark is protecting natural water sanctuaries, scaling regenerative agriculture, and achieving ambitious water reduction goals five years ahead of schedule. Key takeaways from this session include: • Water as a Business Imperative: Why water is more than an ingredient—it’s the foundation of long-term operational resilience. • The Sustainability-Risk Connection: How integrating ESG with Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) creates a "big picture" view of global threats. • Proof Positive Strategy: Insights into Suntory’s roadmap for halving water usage and protecting the biodiversity of local watersheds. • Incentivizing Change: The role of tying employee bonuses and KPIs to water conservation and environmental metrics. Essential for risk officers, supply chain leaders, and sustainability professionals, this session provides a deep dive into how legacy brands are future-proofing their products by working in harmony with nature.