“We shouldn’t compete on issues where the future of humanity is at stake,” says Paul Polman, global business leader and former CEO of Unilever. In this conversation with Elizabeth Gamble, President of GLOBE Series, Paul shares his insights on creating value during uncertain times and building Net Positive businesses that prioritize sustainability.
Register for GLOBExCHANGE 2025 to hear Paul’s keynote address: Net Positive: How Courageous Companies Thrive by Giving More Than They Take.
This is the moment to spark innovation, craft bold solutions, and drive global change. Join North America’s business and sustainability community at GLOBExCHANGE 2025 in Toronto from Feb. 11-13, 2025.
We are in a race against the clock to decarbonize our global economy. Hear insights from three Canadian business and sustainability leaders on why they’re helping build a net-zero future:
Continue the conversation at GLOBExCHANGE 2025 in Toronto from Feb. 11-13! Connect with a community of experts that are delivering game-changing solutions for growing our clean economy.
In a world of transformation, now is the time to innovate, collaborate, and lead. Join North America’s climate and sustainability community at GLOBExCHANGE 2025 in Toronto from Feb. 11-13, 2025. Together, we’ll tackle the biggest barriers and capitalize on the greatest opportunities for a more regenerative, resilient, net-zero future.
The early bird deadline is Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, at 11:59pm ET. Register today to save 40% on your delegate pass to experience world-class speakers and interactive programming.
Watch the second Faces of Forum interview as Executive Director of UBC Sauder’s Centre for Climate and Business Solutions (CCBS), Kookai Chaimahawong, joins GLOBE’s Elizabeth Shirt to discuss how leaders think about climate and how connecting with skeptical or disinterested parties can drive transformative climate action.
For the first time at GLOBE Forum 2024, it was our pleasure to collaborate with CCBS on the dynamic debate session, Bridging the Climate Divide: Idealism, Pragmatism and Realism on the Road to Net Zero.
Watch the first Faces of Forum video as Microsoft’s Director, Government Strategy – Worldwide Public Sector, Pauline Martin, connects with GLOBE’s Elizabeth Shirt about how the global tech leader is driving transformational systems change to advance climate action.
Most recently at GLOBE Forum 2024, it was our pleasure to collaborate with Microsoft on two leadership dialogues that explored how artificial intelligence and nature-positive strategies can accelerate solutions for a more regenerative, resilient, and net-zero economy.
It’s been just over a month since we wrapped GLOBE Forum 2024 (Feb. 13-15) in Vancouver!
We’re still feeling inspired by the interconnectedness, collaboration, and respect at the core of all three days of programming.
Watch as GLOBE Series President Elizabeth Shirt reflects on the importance of accelerating solutions for Reaching Destination Net Zero, Restoring and Protecting Nature, Ensuring Water Security, and Building Resilient Communities, and shares why this community of changemakers gives her hope for our climate future.
A regenerative future is inherently hopeful and coming together is one of the most impactful ways we can share the information, resources, and inspiration needed to achieve our climate and sustainability goals.
Thank you to every one of our delegates, speakers, partners, and collaborators for your passion and dedication to making this year’s GLOBE Forum our most intersectional and solutions-focused yet!
What people are saying about GLOBE Forum 2024
“Thank you for a great conference! I’m excited to take everything we talked about this year and put it into action next year so that we’re all aligned and rowing in the right direction, together.”
—Rachel Mador-House, Head of Scientific Affairs – North America, NatureMetrics
“Having typically attended industry-specific conferences, GLOBE presented a great opportunity to learn from folks in other industries facing similar or completely different challenges.”
—Laura Swaffield, Environmental Impact Lead, MEC
“Seeing so many Indigenous leaders fully integrated into several (if not most?) of the panels. The opening ceremony was beautiful and I really appreciate the introspection that Pattie Gonia brought to the conversation. I also really appreciated the mix of spaces for people to visit, speed network, etc.”
—Raylene Whitford, Director and Principal, Canative Energy
“Participating in GLOBE Forum was an enriching experience that allowed me to learn new things, meet inspiring individuals, and engage in valuable networking opportunities. The discussions and insights shared throughout the event were both enlightening and motivating… The connections made and the knowledge gained will undoubtedly have a positive impact on my endeavors moving forward.”
—Deress Asghedom, Founder & CEO, Vasterapp
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