at New York Climate Week

THE PANELS

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EVENT


Sustainability LIVE @ Climate Week NYC 2026

22 September 2026

Javits Center, New York City

14

Weeks

4

Days

9

Hrs

21

Mins

34

Secs

Panel Discussion

Women in Sustainability

Sep 22, 2026 | 10:45 - 11:30 (EDT)

The Enterprise Theatre

Speakers

Sheri Hinish

Founder, Supply Chain Revolution

Dr. Márcia Balisciano

Chief Sustainability Officer, RELX

Hélène Gagnon

Chief People and Sustainability Officer, CAE

Sophie Beckham

Chief Sustainability Officer, International Paper

This session highlights the impact of women driving climate action and sustainability initiatives. Leaders will share strategies for fostering inclusive teams, navigating challenges, and inspiring the next generation of sustainability leaders.

Panel Discussion

The Water Positivity Forum

Sep 22, 2026 | 10:45 - 11:30 (EDT)

ThinkTank

This session will explore strategies for resilient and sustainable water management. Leaders will discuss reducing water risk, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving innovation in stewardship to meet environmental, regulatory, and stakeholder expectations.

Panel Discussion

The Future of Human Rights & Forced Labour

Sep 22, 2026 | 12:15 - 13:00 (EDT)

ThinkTank

Speakers

Page Motes

Chief Compliance and Sustainability Officer, Hertz Global Holdings

Karin Reiter

SVP Sustainability & ESG, The Adecco Group

As global supply chains grow more complex and regulation intensifies, addressing human rights risks and forced labour is no longer optional—it is a strategic imperative. This panel will explore how businesses, policymakers, and civil society can move beyond compliance to drive meaningful, systemic change. From emerging legislation and data-driven due diligence to worker-centric approaches and responsible sourcing, speakers will examine what the future holds for protecting human rights in a rapidly evolving global economy.

Panel Discussion

The Future of AI in Sustainability

Sep 22, 2026 | 14:15 - 15:00 (EDT)

The Enterprise Theatre

Speakers

Emmanuel Guilhamon

Vice President, Sustainability, Rockwell Automation

Jen Huffstetler

Chief Sustainability Officer, HP

Pratik Raval

Chief Sustainability Officer, Fifth Third Bank

Bridgette Bell McAdoo

Chief Sustainability Officer, Genesys

This session will examine how artificial intelligence is transforming sustainability practices. Leaders will discuss applications in emissions tracking, resource optimisation, predictive analytics, and decision-making, while addressing adoption challenges and the potential to accelerate environmental and social impact.

Panel Discussion

Global Decarbonisation Strategies

Sep 22, 2026 | 14:15 - 15:00 (EDT)

ThinkTank

Speakers

Jennifer Kim Field

Chief Sustainability Officer, Henry Schein

Alice Ashpitel

Head of Sustainability, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team

Darshana Myronidis

Global Sustainability Leader, Independent

This session examines practical approaches to reducing emissions across multinational organisations. Leaders will discuss strategies for energy efficiency, renewable integration, and operational optimisation to achieve measurable decarbonisation.

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Panel Discussion

The Leadership Impact Forum

Sep 22, 2026 | 15:30 - 16:15 (EDT)

The Enterprise Theatre

Speakers

Al Subbloie

Founder and CEO, Budderfly

Shea (Shafaq) Jameel

Chief Sustainability Officer, Marsh

Garrett Quinn

Group Head of Sustainability, Branding and Communications, Smurfit Westrock

Ann Tracy

Chief Sustainability Officer, Colgate-Palmolive

This session will explore how executive leadership drives organisational sustainability impact. The forum explores how leaders align sustainability with business strategy, navigate regulatory and stakeholder pressures, and deliver measurable environmental and social impact.

Panel Discussion

The Future of Sustainable Supply Chains

Sep 22, 2026 | 15:30 - 16:15 (EDT)

ThinkTank

Speakers

Anna Pierce

Director of Sustainability, Tate & Lyle

Sean Jones

Director Circular Technology, North America, Ellen MacArthur Foundation

Explore how sustainability is being integrated across global supply chains. Leaders will discuss responsible sourcing, carbon reduction, and strategies to balance environmental impact with operational efficiency and business value.

Mandi McReynolds, Chief Sustainability Officer at Workiva

"I left Sustainability Live completely energized. It was a remarkable chance to connect with peers, resulting in spirited discussions and a powerful sense of forward progress. If you're looking for genuine momentum in this field, this is it—the energy is unmatched."

2025 Sustainability LIVE Sponsors & Partners

2026 Sponsors & Partners to be announced soon!

  • 2026 Headline Sponsor

    Ecolab

  • 2026 Headline Sponsor

    EcoVadis

  • 2026 Headline Sponsor

    Climate Impact Partners

  • 2026 Headline Sponsor

    PMI

  • 2025 Headline Sponsor

    Schneider Electric

  • 2025 Headline Sponsor

    Siemens

  • 2025 Headline Sponsor

    Arcadis

  • 2025 Headline Sponsor

    SWEEP

  • 2025 Corporate Sponsor

    Terraformation

  • 2025 Corporate Sponsor

    PwC

  • 2025 Platinum Sponsor

    ESG Recruitment Limited

  • 2025 Platinum Sponsor

    Sedex

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    Capgemini

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    Achilles Information Limited

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    HH Global

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    ABB

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    Intel

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    Kearny

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    Neste

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    Ernst & Young LLP

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    NTT

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    Deloitte

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    Sellafield Ltd

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    Standard Chartered

  • Accreditation Partner

    The CPD Group

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