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Our world needs leadership! On a backlog of the climate crisis, geopolitical changes, inequality discussions, and other impactful megatrends, the world is facing a shift in paradigms. Big forces are at play and strong, responsible leadership is needed to find new answers to increasingly complex challenges.   But what does the future of leadership look like, and what are the critical leadership capabilities in a world of constant change?   The CBS Leadership Think Tank is an initiative from <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.cbs.dk/en/cbs-agenda/areas/cbs-leadership-centre" target="_blank">CBS Leadership Centre</a>, which combines the newest research with the experiences of leadership practitioners, to create a visionary, robust, and nuanced picture of the future of leadership.   On 19 September 2024, the Think Tank begins its next chapter, extending its reach beyond the confines of the Think Tank group with a large, open event! Get insights into the discoveries of the future of leadership through inspiring discussions, panel debates and cases.
Representatives from Novo Nordisk, Mærsk, LEGO, Soundboks, PFA, Lundbeck, Novonesis, Rema 1000, DSB, Erhvervsstyrelsen and many more will join!

True ESG: Moving Beyond Compliance to Purpose

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In the coming years, the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence will enhance transparency regarding companies' efforts in sustainability, ethics, and governance.
Amid these new demands, companies risk focusing excessively on compliance and merely meeting minimum requirements, rather than establishing a new purpose and comprehensive strategy for future ESG work. In essence, it is not solely about compliance, but also about developing ethical standards and prioritising efforts.
While compliance may currently dominate attention, strategy implementation is equally crucial. According to a 2023 survey by Morningstar Sustainalytics, 90% of companies either have or are developing a formal ESG strategy. However, many face significant challenges, such as concerns over performance, a lack of comprehensive data, and fears of greenwashing. Indeed, balancing ESG with growth targets remains one of the most prominent concerns.
So, how can companies transition from compliance to strategic implementation? What are the key challenges for Danish companies, and what should they consider when building a strategy based on reporting?
Building on the success of our previous event, <a href="/en/events/p16-the-end-of-esg" title="P16: The end of ESG?">'The end of ESG? Navigating the turbulent landscape'</a>, we are excited to invite you to our second event on current ESG challenges and opportunities. Once again, we have invited CBS Associate Professor Kristjan Jespersen and Simon Taylor, Senior Director and Co-founder at Position Green, to discuss ESG, focusing this time on the transition from compliance to strategy implementation and new insights from Position Green's anticipated new ESG100 report.

Benefits of a diverse, equitable and inclusive business and how to get there

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Let us introduce you to the basic principles of diversity, equity and inclusion! Explore how embracing diversity, equity and inclusion can bring value to your organization and understand the barriers you might meet on the way.   Come by our event and learn how your organisation can ensure a more representative, fair and inclusive environment for all employees.  
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You'll be in the company of our esteemed CBS Teaching Associate Professor Dr. Poornima Luthra. She has spent the last fifteen years researching and teaching university courses in the field of talent management, with a focus on Diversity and Inclusion. More recently, Poornima has taken her years of academic experience into the corporate world with the vision of making workplaces more inclusive for all.
Poornima is also a highlighly acknowledged author within the field and has most recently published the follwoing titles:  
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<li>Diversifying Diversity: Your Guide to Being an Active Ally of Inclusion in the Workplace</li>
<li class="a-spacing-none a-text-normal">The Art of Active Allyship: 7 Behaviours to Empower You to Push The Pendulum Towards Inclusion At Work</li>
<li class="a-spacing-none a-text-normal">Leading Through Bias: 5 Essential Skills to Block Bias and Improve Inclusion at Work</li>
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The Seller of the Future

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Sellers these days are overwhelmed by technology and AI among other. In fact, research shows that being overwhelmed by technology reduces quota obtainments by 43%. So what repercussions does these constant advancements have for the sales role, customer relations, ethical concerns and wellbeing? And how do the sellers of the future navigate it? Join Michel van der Borgh and Selma Kadić-Maglajlić, faculty members of the Department of Marketing at CBS, to gain insights into the state-of-the-art, accompanied by demo presentations of innovative AI-based sales tools. You will also have the opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions with industry experts and hear their views on how the seller of the future is perceived.

Charting New Waters: Ports as Global Value-Creators

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Join us for an engaging seminar that will challenge the traditional view of ports as mere infrastructure providers and introduce a dynamic perspective where they are instead seen as active participants in value-creation processes. Traditionally, ports are perceived primarily as infrastructure providers, serving as essential but passive points of entry and exit for goods in the global trade network. This view positions ports as basic facilities with their primary functions centered around providing the necessary physical space and basic logistical support. In today’s global trade environment, this limited view of ports is no longer sufficient. Globalisation, technological advancements, sustainability concerns, supply chain disruptions, international regulations and consumer demand present more challenges – but also opportunities. Shifting to a value-based perspective on ports helps address the complexity and interconnectivity of global supply chains by enhancing efficiency, fostering innovation, improving stakeholder collaboration, supporting sustainability, building economic resilience, and enhancing security and risk management. At this CBS Executive Education event, you will be introduced to a value-based perspective on ports and discuss the implications of such a perspective on international shipping and trade. Learn how ports can transform into dynamic hubs that drive efficiency, sustainability, and competitiveness in the global supply chain. Don't miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in port operations and global trade. If you're a professional in ocean shipping, logistics, or port management or simply interested in the future of global trade, this event is for you.

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