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I can hardly believe that the Business, Policy & Purpose: The Business of Democracy conference ([link removed]) kicks off in 6 days!🎉 Join the ASBN team and purpose-driven business leaders, advocates and innovators exploring how business can strengthen our democracy. From finance and investor insights to advocacy and innovations, dive into this sneak peek into how October 21, Day 1 of the conference, spotlights the power you hold to shape a thriving, resilient future.


** Mindful Connection with Pat McCabe followed by Fair Trade USA’s Paul Rice Keynote on Advancing Sustainability Amidst Political Uncertainty
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Pat McCabe ([link removed]) (Weyakpa Najin Win, Woman Stands Shining) is a Diné (Navajo) mother, grandmother, activist, artist, writer, ceremonial leader, and international speaker. She is a voice for global peace who draws upon the Indigenous sciences of Thriving Life to reframe questions about sustainability and balance, and she is devoted to supporting the next generations, Women’s Nation and Men’s Nation, in being functional members of the “Hoop of Life” and upholding the honor of being human. Join Pat for the opening Mindful Connection, then hear from the founder of Fair Trade USA and bestselling author of Every Purchase Matters, Paul Rice ([link removed]) . Get ready for inspiring stories and actionable insights for growing the sustainable business movement in times of adversity. This session will share reflections and strategies on how to build resilience, innovation, and impact in our businesses and as a sustainability movement.

When? Oct 21, 12:00-1:10 PM ET

Tags: #Democracy #Leadership #ThePowerYouHold

Content Track: The Power You Hold Voices of the First Economy


** Breakout Sessions
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On day one of the conference, we have two planned breakout sessions, each with individual sessions to choose from. Worried about missing something? Registrants for all three days can access all the replays. Registrants for a 1-day pass receive access to all content from that day.

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** Registrants can choose from the following:
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** Day 1 Breakout Session 1:
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Who? Gary Belan, Senior Director of American Rivers’ Clean Water program; Alex Cupo, Senior Manager of Climate Resilience Programs, The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia

When? 1:15 - 2:00 PM ET

Tags: #CleanWater #Regulatory

Content Track: Purpose-Led Policy Change

As large polluting industries work to weaken clean water protections, they’re dominating the public narrative — often in the name of business. This session lifts up the true business voice: those committed to public health, fair rules, and sustainable growth. Learn why values-driven companies are pushing back against harmful rollbacks and advocating for clean water as essential to economic resilience, community wellbeing, and democratic integrity. Panelists will share strategies for collaboration, policy engagement, and on-the-ground successes that demonstrate how businesses can be powerful allies in protecting our water resources.

Who? Mia Ketterling, Sr. Global Sustainability Lead, Pintrest; Matt Renner, Vice President, Seneca Environmental; Terrius Harris, Director of Indigenous Partnerships & Inclusive Economy, ASBN

When? 1:15 - 2:00 PM ET

Tags: #TribalNations #Partnership

Content Track: Voices of the First Economy

At the heart of democratic resilience is the belief that communities should have agency, voice, and power in shaping their future. The groundbreaking collaboration between Seneca Environmental, an enterprise of the Seneca Nation, and Pinterest demonstrates how business x Tribal partnerships can advance these principles. By choosing to source clean energy directly from a Native Nation, Pinterest supported both its sustainability goals and the sovereignty of the Seneca Nation, setting a precedent for corporate responsibility grounded in trust and reciprocity. Speakers will also discuss the e

Who? Will Devine, Sr. Advisor to Centerline Liberties; Tim Smith, Senior Policy Advisor ICCR; Amy Carr, Senior Shareholder Advocate, Friends Fiduciary Corporation; Andrew Collier, Director, Freedom to Invest, Ceres; Andrew Poreda, CFA. Senior Research Analyst at Sage Advisory

When? 1:15 - 2:00 PM ET

Tags: #ImpactInvesting #FreedomtoInvest

Content Track: The Power You Hold

Across the U.S., more than 484 bills introduced since 2021 threaten to restrict the ability of investors, financial institutions, pension systems, and state and municipal governments from considering climate risks in decision-making. This session will bring together investors and advocates supporting the Freedom to Invest initiative.

Who? Elisa Turner, founder and CEO of Impakt IQ; Navine Karim, Founder & Principal, Global Impact Law, P.C.; Harriette Brainard, Executive Management for Impakt IQ

When? 1:15 - 2:00 PM ET

Tags: #Innovation

Content Track: People as Policy and Purpose

The majority of enterprise value today—up to 70–90%—resides in intangible and sustainability-related assets such as innovation capacity, trust, governance, resilience and brand equity. Yet, most companies still manage and report value using outdated, siloed, tangible-based models. This session explores how the Intangible Economy, of which Sustainable Assets constitute a significant component, is redefining growth, risk, and valuation.

Who? Mirabai Bush, co-creator of Search Inside Yourself; Moderated by David Levine, President & Co-Founder, ASBN

When? 1:15 - 2:00 PM ET

Tags: #selfcare #mindfulness

Content Track: The Power You Hold

It’s important to care for ourselves, especially given the challenges we are facing individually and collectively. In this session, we will share an introduction to mindfulness practices and self-compassion practice. We will share understandings of the benefits and how you can learn to quiet your mind. Mirabai will share how these practices can open pathways for creative and healing energy to emerge so you can be sustained for the work ahead to build a more compassionate, just and regenerative society.


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** Day 1 Breakout Session 2:
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Who? Dãnia Davy, Esq. Founder/Owner, Land & Liberation LLC; Kaitlin Archambault, Founder & CEO, Open Future Coalition & ASBN board member; Nick Beck, Regenerative Agriculture Organizer, Climate Reality Project

When? 2:05 - 2:50 PM ET

Tags: #RegenAg #Equity #SoilHealth

Content Track: People as Policy and Purpose

This session will explore how climate-smart and regenerative agriculture can support not only environmental resilience but also democratic engagement, economic equity, and cross-sector collaboration. It’s a space to highlight the leadership of organizations and businesses working at the intersection of food systems, climate justice, and civic power.

When? 2:05 - 2:50 PM ET

Tags: #Impact #socialentrepreneurship #inclusiveeconomy #sustainableprocurement #workforceinclusion #socialimpact #sustainablepractices #socialimpact

Content Track: People as Policy and Purpose

Join us for an inspiring panel moderated by Chris Gale of Purchasing with Purpose, featuring Kellie Brownlow, Chief Mission Officer at First Step Staffing; Kendra Tolford, Senior Director of Talent Acquisition at 1-800-Flowers.com, Inc.; and Kevin McGahren, General Manager & President of Greyston Bakery. They will share innovative approaches to workforce inclusion and sustainable business practices.

Who? Stacey Sprenkel, Partner, Davis Wright Tremaine LLP; Dan Seltzer, Senior Director of Anticorruption and Government, Accenture; John Lightfoot, Chief Compliance Officer, Recology

When? 2:05 - 2:50 PM ET

Tags: #ethics #compliance #riskmanagement #aiethics #humanrights #supplychain #climate

Content Track: People as Policy and Purpose

This panel will explore the value-add of ethics, compliance, and risk management. We will talk about how to move beyond a focus on strict legal compliance to seeing ethics & compliance teams as opportunity enablers, helping teams see around corners and not only avoid legal pitfalls, but also to strengthen reputation, and add brand value.

Who? Laurie Lane-Zucker, Founder & President, Impact Entrepreneur, PBC; Mandy Gardner, Associate Director of Marketing, Veris; Isabelle Swiderski, Founder & CEO, Seven25

When? 2:05 - 2:50 PM ET

Tags: #Storytelling #Impact

Content Track: The Power You Hold

This session examines how the stories we tell fundamentally shape what leaders perceive and overlook, how they assess risk and develop strategy, and how they influence crucial decisions in boardrooms, legislative chambers, and communities worldwide. Drawing on Impact Entrepreneur's systems-minded approach, we'll explore storytelling as essential infrastructure for building the Impact Economy—one that meaningfully integrates people, planet, and profit while amplifying women's voices and other underrepresented perspectives, and countering dangerous polarization through evidence-based narratives, authentic lived experiences, and clear communication that transforms complex policy into actionable business strategies.


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** A Global Perspective to End the Day with Martin Baxter, ISEP
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Day 1 concludes with a 10-minute inspiring wrap-up by Martin Baxter, Deputy Chief Executive at the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals, from 2:50 - 3:00 PM ET, followed by a networking session focused on turning Impact Into Action, all within the same Zoom room.


** Networking & Exhibit Hall Open
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Impact in Action

The opening day’s networking event will center on the theme of Impact. Attendees will gather in small groups to reflect on how businesses can create meaningful social and environmental change. These conversations will offer opportunities to network, share success stories, discuss challenges, and explore innovative approaches to advancing a just and regenerative economy. Connect with peers who are driving impact in diverse sectors and discover ways to amplify your own efforts. Also, don’t miss our Exhibit Hall to learn more about ASBN membership, our sponsors and partners!

Time: 3:00 - 3:30 PM ET

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Want to dive deeper? Read the Blog: The Business of Democracy

Get a deeper look into the conference’s purpose and goals in our latest blog post, The Business of Democracy: Where Purpose, Policy, and People Converge ([link removed]) — a reflection on how business leaders can rise to the challenge of shaping a more just and regenerative future.

If you’re still deciding, there’s no better time to join the movement redefining what good business can do. Registration options include: ([link removed])
* Free for ASBN members (contact [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) with any questions)
* NEW MEMBERS: Use code JOINASBN50PERCENT for 50% off membership + the conference is FREE for you and your entire team!
* Equity pricing, 3-day and 1-day passes available

Looking forward to seeing you there!

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