Culture of Impact: How to Build High-Performing, Planet-Positive Organizations
In today’s business landscape, HR, ESG, and finance leaders and executives are uniquely positioned to shape organizational culture in ways that deliver meaningful impact — not just for the bottom line, but for employees, communities, and the planet.
Join us in the LEED Platinum Certified Hearst Tower for an in-depth, solutions-focused conversation on how forward-thinking organizations are operationalizing purpose through policies, practices, and people strategies.
You’ll hear how leaders are using proven frameworks — from B Lab’s updated standards for B Corps to best-in-class HR resources from I Hate it Here — to build high-performing, planet-positive organizations that attract talent, strengthen brand reputation, and drive long-term resilience.
This event will explore:
How to align purpose, culture, and performance to create lasting impact
Practical strategies HR leaders can implement to operationalize sustainability and equity goals
Real-world examples of organizations leveraging frameworks to guide measurable change
The role of HR as a catalyst for both employee engagement and climate action
Featured Speakers:
Hebba Youssef – Founder, I Hate it Here
Kylie Nealis – Senior Program Manager, Climate Justice, B Lab
Marcy Block – Global Head of Ratings & Opinions, Sustainable Fitch
Aiyana Bodi – Manager, Drawdown Labs @ Project Drawdown
Breene Murphy – President, Carbon Collective
Lizzy Kolar – CEO & Co-founder, Scope Zero
Be part of a conversation that’s reshaping the future of work. Walk away with practical strategies to align culture with purpose in ways that boost employee performance, strengthen retention, and deliver measurable impact.
Note: A photo ID is required for building entry.