Wednesday, March 9, 2pm ET - Learning From Indigenous Leadership for Regenerative Economies

Indigenous Peoples are at the frontlines of protecting the planet while also suffering the highest rates of environmental racism. In response, Indigenous peoples have also been at the forefront of innovative solutions for addressing social and environmental issues. In Alaska, where communities are experiencing the negative effects of climate change at a far higher rate than the lower 48 states, Native leaders are finding unique ways to address this crisis through business solutions. Join Alexis Bunten (Unangan/Yupik), Dune Lankard (Eyak Athabaskan) and Alana Peterson (Tlingit) for a fascinating discussion about the future of Native-led regenerative enterprise, what non-Native business leaders can learn from organizational practices rooted in Indigenous values, and what they can do to support this growing network of regenerative Indigenous businesses.

Friday, March 25, 1pm ET - The Value of Values: Building Resilient Culture Rooted by Values (Members-only event)

Join us for an interactive masterclass with Martha Williams and John Scilipote, Senior Consultants and founders at Culture Shift Agency & BreakBread World for a conversation on the importance values play in building culture and creating community.

What if you showed up for a Zoom meeting and the check-in was “Please put your name, where you’re calling in from, your company name, and your company values in the chat”? What would you type in the chat? More importantly, what would your employees or coworkers type? Your organization’s culture is the collective result of how employees think, behave, and relate while working. Your organization’s values form the bedrock of your culture – how decisions are made, goals are achieved, and missions fulfilled – and when confronted with challenges, how we respond (or react).

If you haven’t clearly set out a specific set of values, don’t let yourself be fooled – they are there, and operating in the dark. And for those of you who have, are you walking the walk? And are you helping your coworkers do the same?

Join us for an informative and participatory hour of conversation on values and their role in your organization.

Corporate Transparency and ESG Disclosure

Episode 13 - Climate & Racial Justice: The Nexus of the NEXT Economy

We know the impacts of the climate crisis largely fall on those who contribute the least to it: Black, Brown and Indigenous communities. We also know we need to reach net zero carbon emissions (carbon neutral), fast. The time is now for courageous business leadership to help create a future that serves people (especially those most vulnerable) and the planet. 

This week on the Just & Sustainable Economy podcast, we have two conversations on these very issues that will identify tangible actions on the policy, advocacy, and mitigation fronts, both businesses and individuals can do, to address the devastating impacts of climate change on our communities and biosphere by putting people and equity at the center. 

Today, is our first conversation in the series, Climate & Racial Justice: The Nexus of the NEXT Economy with Ibrahim Al-Husseini (FullCycle), Xiuhtezcatl Martinez (Artist & Climate Organizer), and Donnel Baird (BlocPower) moderated by Seungah Jeong (MPOWERD and ASBN’s Board Co-Chair). 

Corporate Transparency and ESG Disclosure

Wednesday, March 9, 3pm ET - Members-only event; Contact Ali-Reza Vahabzadeh to participate

The Corporate Transparency and ESG Disclosure working group strives to address the growing concerns about business activities which are unaccounted for, or currently escape disclosure as negative externalities, activities which at this point also do not affect the P&L or balance sheet of corporations. Desiree Fixler will be guest speaking at this session on the topic of greenwashing.

Texas Sustainable Business Network Kick-Off

Wednesday, March 9, 3:30pm ET - Register here

As Winter Storm Uri and other recent disasters have shown us, we can’t rely on a small, disconnected group of people to solve a problem as big as our energy and environment. With so much at stake in Texas— the second largest and second most diverse state in the U.S., home to “The Energy Capital of the World” and numerous Fortune 500 corporate headquarters — we are at a critical point with a massive opportunity to transition the region to a more sustainable and resilient economy.

To achieve this transition inclusively, equitably, and effectively, we invite key stakeholders from all sectors to join us in the Texas Sustainable Business Network (TXSBN). In partnership with the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), TXSBN is building the infrastructure and coordination needed to educate, advocate, influence and impact policy and market shifts, while providing Texan representation at community, state, and national levels. We invite you to co-create a Texas-specific path that reinforces the reality that our businesses—the job creators in our society—can be powerful advocates for sustainability. Together, we can reimagine and advance a regenerative and resilient economy that counterbalances extractive and destructive practices from the past.

Livable Planet 

Thursday, March 10, 1pm ET - Members-only event; Contact Thulasi Sivalingam to participate

The Livable Planet working group is dedicated to identifying systems and solutions that enable all life to thrive. Our main focus next week will be planet-positive, transformative finance. Andrew Niebler will brief us on B-Corp Karner Blue Capital's biodiversity positive finance mission, and share insights into the road blocks they are encountering. Attendees will brainstorm ideas for overcoming these obstacles and for amplifying systems-changing work.

Regenerative Agriculture & Justice

Thursday, March 10, 1pm ET - Members-only event; Contact Colton Fagundes to participate

The Regenerative Agriculture and Justice working group strives to advance public policies for a more regenerative, just, and equitable food and agricultural system. This broad group of stakeholders brings together business leaders from industries throughout the agricultural value chain, advocacy organizations, and groups representing farmers, workers, and frontline communities.

Changemaker Showcase

March 10, 3PM ET | Register here

Jenny Kassan, Crowdfund Mainstreet, and Opportunity Main Street are excited to announce their inaugural Changemaker Showcase, a virtual event where they will be showcasing a selection of their amazing mission-driven entrepreneur clients. All who are interested in learning about what some innovative and committed changemakers are up to are encouraged to join! 

Canopy's 2nd Annual Good Business Summit

April 14, 9AM – 2PM ET| In-person, Louisville, KY - Register here