In this FIBS Practice training, you will get an increased understanding on
- the rapidly changing regulatory landscape (e.g., EU taxonomy, SFDR, SCGD, CSRD);
- the methods for integrating ESG into i.a. business development, and business and investment strategies; and
- the ways other companies and investors are tackling these topics.
Sustainable finance plays a key role in the transition to a more resilient, fair, and resource efficient society. Sustainable finance also has a role in improved risk management, identification of business opportunities, and strengthened stakeholder relationships for the financial sector and companies. Currently, the regulatory landscape for sustainable finance and ESG analysis is changing in an unprecedented pace. This creates new demands from stakeholders and requires extensive actions from companies and investors.
In this landscape, moving from reactive compliance into proactive strategy and business development is a key to increased value creation and gaining competitive advantage. This workshop departs from the new ESG legislation and aims to arrive at increased understanding and capacity on how to deal these new requirements from a value creating perspective.
You are warmly welcome to hear insights and perspectives from leading experts and different actors in the financial sector, and share your experiences in making this strategic transition.
Programme
Opening words
Veera Iija, FIBS
Hanna-Riitta Kurittu, Enact Sustainable Strategies
Setting the scene
Tony Christensen, Enact Sustainable Strategies
Sustainable Finance – the Central Bank Perspective
Anna Hyrske, Bank of Finland
Lunch break
Sharing of reflections
Facilitated by Hanna-Riitta Kurittu
Insights from Fund Managers / Financiers
Karoliina Laine, Taaleri Oyj
Vesa Syrjäläinen, Varma
Panel discussion: What is sustainable finance in practice?
Karoliina Laine, Taaleri Oyj
Vesa Syrjäläinen, Varma
Tony Christensen, Enact Sustainable Strategies
Facilitated by Hanna-Riitta Kurittu
Coffee break
Group discussion
Facilitated by Tony Christensen &
Hanna-Riitta Kurittu, Enact Sustainable Strategies
Scenarios for the future
Tony Christensen, Enact Sustainable Strategies
What’s next
Veera Iija, FIBS
Hanna-Riitta Kurittu, Enact Sustainable Strategies
Speakers
Anna Hyrske, Principal Responsible Investment Specialist, Bank of Finland
Anna Hyrske works as a leading responsibility expert at the Bank of Finland. Her responsibilities include developing responsible investing and supporting portfolio managers in ESG integration in the bank’s treasury office, as well as promoting responsibility in international working groups. Prior to the Bank of Finland, Anna worked for more than 20 years at the pension insurance company Ilmarinen, holding various positions in their investment organisation. She has extensive experience in the field of responsible investing and has written two books on the subject (2012 and 2020). She also researched the subject in her Master’s studies in 2004.
Vesa Syrjäläinen, Responsible Investment Analyst, Varma
Vesa Syrjäläinen has worked as a responsible investment analyst at the employment pension company Varma since 2017, where his work entails developing responsible investing in all types of assets. He holds a Master’s degree in Finance from the University of Vaasa. In addition, he has completed a CFA degree in 2019.
Karoliina Laine, ESG Manager, Taaleri Oyj
Karoliina Laine is Taaleri’s ESG Manager. She develops Taaleri Group’s sustainability work and supports its Private Asset Management and Strategic Investments business segments in, for example, responsible investing and managing ESG matters. Prior to joining Taaleri, Karoliina worked as a management consultant and an assurance provider in various areas of sustainability. She has also experience in in-house positions in the manufacturing industry. Karoliina has a Master’s degree in Safety Technology and Environmental Management.
For whom
- Professionals working with sustainability, compliance, finance, or business development
- FIBS Pro members interested in the theme
- Limited number of seats, maximum of 2 persons per company
Participation fees
The event is included in FIBS Pro membership fee.
Further information
FIBS’ team, 040 865 1285, fibs@fibsry.fi
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