Working in Climate Series: KPMG (Running Version)
Important Note: This event is intended for UBC students and alumni exploring careers at the intersection of climate and business. While we welcome others who are interested in these topics, we will prioritize participation from UBC students and alumni.
Join us for a special Working in Climate: KPMG Edition, where you'll hear directly from professionals across KPMG who are advancing climate and sustainability work through a diverse range of career paths. This panel will showcase how climate expertise shows up across consulting, accounting, Indigenous relations, global project delivery, advisory services, and beyond.
Whether you're a student or early-career professional this conversation will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the many ways sustainability is being integrated into business decision-making and client services across industries.
Starting with a Community Run
Before the panel, join us for a casual 4-5km community run. We'll have pace groups for all experience levels, a group warm-up, and plenty of opportunities to connect informally with KPMG professionals and fellow attendees.
Not a runner? No problem. You're welcome to skip the run and meet us afterward at Koerner's Pub at 5:00 PM for post-run food, drinks, and networking before the panel begins.
Agenda:
4:00 PM – Check-in & group warm-up @ UBC Sauder
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM – Community 4-5km run
5:15 PM - 5:45 PM – Post-run fuel, drinks & networking @ Koerner's Pub
5:45 PM – Working in Climate: KPMG Edition panel discussion
Speakers:
🎤Gavin Adams, Senior Consultant, Critical Infrastructure Resiliency and Emergency Management
🎤Lachlan Elliott, Staff Accountant, Mining
🎤Madison Phenix, Senior Consultant, Indigenous Advisory Services
🎤Matthew Fok, Senior Consultant, Responsible Mining
🎤Kaelyn Fairbairn, Consultant, Major Projects
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About the Working in Climate Series
The "Working in Climate" Event Series is an ongoing initiative by the Centre for Climate and Business Solutions at UBC Sauder School of Business. This series explores how climate action intersects with various careers, industries, and professions through thematic events. From fields like business, engineering and technology to sectors such as energy, agriculture, manufacturing, and infrastructure, the series highlights how sustainability is reshaping every aspect of the global economy.
Each event provides insights from experts across diverse industries, helping students and professionals understand the growing need for climate solutions and how they can drive meaningful change within their chosen careers. Whether you’re starting out or making a career shift, "Working in Climate" offers guidance on navigating emerging opportunities in the climate-driven economy.