Join us for 'Prosperity: Better Business Makes the Greater Good'
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The American Sustainable Business Council and Social Venture Circle invite you to join us Friday, October 22 at 1pm ET for Prosperity: Better Business Makes the Greater Good ([link removed]) , a conversation between Colin Mayer (Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford) and Jeffrey Hollender (ASBC).
What is a business for? On day one of an economics course a new student is taught the answer: to maximize shareholder profit. But this single idea that pervades all our thinking about the role of the corporation, is fundamentally wrong. Constraining the firm to a single narrow objective has had wide-ranging and damaging consequences; economic, environmental, political, and social.
In his book, Prosperity ([link removed]〈=en&) , Colin Mayer sets out a positive new agenda, demonstrating that the corporation is in a unique and powerful position to promote economic and social wellbeing in its fullest sense, for customers, for future generations, as well as for shareholders.
Jeffrey and Colin will discuss his radical and carefully considered agenda for corporations themselves, and for the regulatory frameworks that will enable them to do this. Drawing together insights from business, law, and economics, science, philosophy, and history, hear how the corporation can realize its full potential to contribute to the economic and social wellbeing of the many, not just the few.
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Upcoming Events
October 20 - The Greater Good: Social Entrepreneurship for Everyday People ([link removed])
Join author and serial social venture founder Madeleine Shaw in conversation with Social Venture Institute (SVI) ([link removed]) co-producer Vanessa Richards.
October 21, November 4, November 11 -
Activate Your Money: Invest to Grow Your Wealth and Build a Better World ([link removed])
A 3-part webinar series led by Janine Firpo, Co-Founder of Invest for Better and Author of 'Activate Your Money.' This series goes beyond basic financial literacy to provide the details you need to become a confident investor. Janine and her guest trainers will give you the knowledge you need to take control of your money and make great returns by investing in the communities, people, and companies that match your values.
October 22 - Prosperity: Better Business Makes the Greater Good ([link removed])
A conversation between Colin Mayer (Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford) and Jeffrey Hollender (ASBC). In his book, Prosperity, Colin Mayer sets out a positive new agenda, demonstrating that the corporation is in a unique and powerful position to promote economic and social wellbeing in its fullest sense, for customers, for future generations, as well as for shareholders.
October 26 - Climate Positive Fashion Businesses: Hit Bold Climate Goals and Go Net Zero ([link removed])
Whether you're an investor, founder/employee of a social impact startup/institution, or with an established business, join David Jaber (Climate Positive Consulting ([link removed]) ) and Shamini Dhana (D/Sphere ([link removed]) ) to discuss the details of how businesses- in fashion and beyond- can help us to get to a climate positive future.
November 2 - Is Costa Rica a Model for a More Livable Planet? ([link removed])
Learn what Luis Daniel Gonzalez thinks about Costa Rica’s reputation as a pioneer in the protection of peace and nature. Bring your questions and get Luis Daniel’s take on how Costa Rica plans to turn pledges into solid policies with a detailed plan to decarbonize its economy by 2050. Costa Rica’s message is that sustainability and growth can—and must—go hand-in-hand. Is this really possible?
November 10 - ‘Just and Regenerative’ Business: the What, Why and How ([link removed])
Right now, standard sustainability approaches are being redefined and the next wave will be centered around delivering a ‘just and regenerative’ future. This session with Forum for the Future ([link removed]) will put the spotlight on what that means in real terms for business, how you can make the case for transformational change, and how you can galvanize your teams – from finance and procurement to marketing and corporate affairs - to make it happen.
December 8-10 - ASBC-SVC 2021 Winter Conference ([link removed])
An in-person convening for business leaders, impact investors, policy makers, and more taking place in Paradise Point, San Diego, CA.
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