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We’re just 5 days away from the Business, Policy & Purpose conference ([link removed]) , where purpose-driven leaders will unite to shape the future of sustainable business and our democracy.

Dive into how businesses can actively shape policy to create more equitable economic systems. From advocacy to coalition-building, explore how purpose-led companies are navigating regulatory landscapes, influencing legislation, and driving bipartisan policy change.


** Mindful Connection with Dr. Michelle Chatman, followed by Voices of Hope Keynote: The New American Leader - with Graham Platner and Jamie Ager
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Day 2 will kick off with a Mindful Connection opening to set the tone of the day with Dr. Michelle Chatman ([link removed]) , then lead into the Voices of Hope Keynote within the same Zoom room. Following the Mindful Connection, join us for a powerful dialogue with leaders who bring authentic working-class perspectives to policy advocacy: Graham Platner ([link removed]) , an oysterman dependent on the sea, and Jamie Ager ([link removed]) , a farmer dependent on soil health. Moderated by journalist Ahmed Baba ([link removed]) , well-known for his appearances on MSNBC. These are leaders who understand the daily realities of resource-dependent communities. This conversation explores how environmental, economic, and social policies impact working families and small businesses, and how community leaders are fighting for policies that protect livelihoods while building sustainable, resilient local economies.

When? 12:00 - 12:45 PM ET

Tags: #voicesofhope #newleader #Leadership #Policy

Content Track: Purpose-Led Policy Change


** Breakout Sessions
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On day two 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.

Haven’t registered yet? Now's a good time to save your spot! ([link removed])


** Registrants can choose from the following:
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** Day 2 Breakout Session 1
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Who? Representative Dr. Anna V. Eskamani ([link removed]) and Representative Becky Edwards ([link removed]) . Moderated by Richard Eidlin (Current Board Member & Co-Founder, ASBC).

When? 12:45-1:30 PM ET

Tags: #connection #legislators #Leadership

Content Track: Purpose-Led Policy Change

This session is your chance to pull back the curtain and have a candid conversation with some of our country's most influential political leaders. This audience-driven session provides a rare and unscripted platform to ask your questions directly.

Submit your questions through our pre-registration form ([link removed]) by 5 p.m. ET on October 21st to ensure priority consideration. A live written Q&A will also be available during the session for additional questions as time permits. Bring your curiosity for a dynamic and insightful discussion with leaders shaping policy.

Who? Sasha Chebil (Director of Communications, Carbon Business Council), Michael Green (Senior Advisor on Climate & Energy, ASBN)

When? 12:45-1:30 PM ET

Tags: #Climate #COP30 #CarbonRemoval

Content Track: The Power You Hold

Climate progress cannot wait. Around the world, governments are advancing climate agendas, and businesses are matching that momentum with leadership of their own. This session spotlights how the private sector is shaping resilient markets, establishing high-integrity standards, and investing in carbon removal. Join Sasha Chebil ([link removed]) of the Carbon Business Council and ASBN's Michael Green ([link removed]) for a forward-looking conversation on how companies are working across sectors to turn ambition into action and ensure carbon removal is a cornerstone of climate leadership at COP30 and beyond.

Who? Michael Jarrett (ASBN's Clean Energy Policy Advocate & Strategist), Alex Bookis (Outreach Director, Government Affairs at EWG), and Jenifer Collins (Director of the Clean Water for All Coalition).

When? 12:45-1:30 PM ET

Tags: #Advocacy101 #Leadership

Content Track: The Power You Hold

What role can your business play in shaping the policies that impact your industry, community, and values? This session offers a practical introduction to advocacy. What it is, how it works, and why it matters. Learn the fundamentals of engaging with lawmakers, building coalitions, and crafting your message. Discover how even small businesses can make a big impact through strategic, values-driven advocacy.

Who? Grace Mausser (Policy Manager at B Lab U.S. & Canada), Camilla Taylor (Executive Director at ASBN), and Tim Frick (Founder & President at Mightybytes).

When? 12:45-1:30 PM ET

Tags: #Advocacy #CollectiveAction #Policy

Content Track: Purpose-Led Policy Change

Join B Lab U.S. & Canada to dig into how companies can participate in and construct advocacy campaigns. Companies that operate with stakeholders, not just shareholders, in mind have a powerful role to play in shaping public policy. This panel will explore how companies can leverage their unique influence to advocate for laws that make the economy more sustainable for all.


** Registrants can choose from the following:
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** Day 2 Breakout Session 2:
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Who? John Imes (Co-founder and Director of WEI) and Stephen Herzenberg (Executive Director of the Keystone Research Center). Moderated by Michael Green (ASBN’s Senior Advisor on Climate & Energy).

When? 1:45-2:30 PM ET

Tags: #CleanEnergy #Innovation

Content Track: Purpose-Led Policy Change

Discover how companies and leaders in purple states like Wisconsin and Pennsylvania are navigating uncertainty to build resilient, profitable, and green operations, proving that market forces and local momentum can often outpace political indecision in the race toward a sustainable future.

Who? Gloria Castillo (Co-Founder of the New Mexico Industrial Hemp Coalition), Alex Sexsmith (Principal Sexsmith Architects), Geoff Whaling (Chair of the National Hemp Association), and Gregory Wilson (Founder of HempWood).

When? 1:45-2:30 PM ET

Tags: #Hemp #RegenAg #Innovation

Content Track: Purpose-Led Policy Change

Hemp is more than a crop. It is a tool for rural economic development and urban community solutions. Too often, the divide between rural producers and urban markets is overlooked. This session highlights how hemp can bridge that gap, from affordable housing and energy retrofits to local manufacturing and regenerative agriculture. Speakers will share perspectives spanning history, on-the-ground farming and construction, design and architecture, and national policy, showing how hemp can strengthen communities, drive sustainable markets, and contribute to a resilient U.S. economy.

Who? Greg Asbed (Human rights strategist and co-founder of the Coalition of Immokalee Workers), Judge Laura Safer Espinoza (Senior Advisor at Fair Food Program), and Gerardo Reyes Chávez (key leader of the Coalition of Immokalee Workers).

When? 1:45-2:30 PM ET

Tags: #Immigration #FarmWorkers #RegenAg

Content Track: People as Policy and Purpose

Equitable workplace standards anchored by worker leadership are essential to a resilient food system. This session examines the Fair Food Program — a worker-driven model that pairs accountability mechanisms and market leverage to improve health, safety, and dignity in agricultural supply chains. Panelists will discuss lessons from the field and concrete actions businesses, retailers, and funders can take to support scalable, rights-based approaches that benefit workers, suppliers, and retailers alike, and strengthen supply-chain resilience while managing and minimizing risk.

What policy and market pathways can lead to safer, more just, and regenerative product systems? In the midst of federal rollbacks and the termination of regulations, what opportunities exist to advance stronger policies? Join industry leaders as they share how companies are innovating in the current economic and political climate.

Who? Aditya Siroya (Chief Impact Officer and Founder of rePurpose Global), Tim Greiner (Co-founder and Managing Director of Pure Strategies), Jenna Arkin (Chief Innovation Officer at Earth Friendly Products - ECOS), and Barry Cik (Naturepedic Founder). Moderated by Martin Wolf (ASBN’s Senior Advisor, Safer Chemicals and Circular Economy) and David Levine (Co-Founder & President, ASBN)

When? 1:45-2:30 PM ET

Tags: #SaferChemicals #CircularEconomy #Regenerative #Policy

Content Track: Purpose-Led Policy Change


** Final Thoughts: Forging a Thriving Future with Saru Jayaraman
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An inspiring wrap-up by Saru Jayaraman, President at One Fair Wage, attorney, and author. A networking session will follow in the same Zoom room, focused on turning policy into practice.

When? 2:30 - 3:00 PM ET


** Networking & Exhibit Hall Open
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Policy in Practice

Small-group policy discussions will invite attendees to reflect on the role of advocacy, regulation, and market-based solutions in shaping a sustainable economy. Participants will have the chance to engage with fellow business leaders on emerging policy issues, share experiences navigating the policy landscape, and explore strategies for strengthening the collective business voice in the halls of power. These conversations are designed to spark collaboration and highlight opportunities for meaningful action.

Also, don’t miss our Exhibit Hall, open during this time on days 1 and 2, to learn more about ASBN membership, our sponsors and partners!

When? 3:00-3:30 PM ET

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 and 1-day passes available

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Hope to see you next week!
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