The COVID-19 pandemic has undeniably created massive challenges to companies around the world. Rethinking their roles and purpose in society in the new normal, many companies have been paying more attention to the safety and wellbeing of its employees and helping society respond to crises. Whether it’s retooling operations models to support government response efforts, or making flexible work arrangement for employees, companies are transforming their value creation model to solve social challenges through their business. Let’s learn first-hand from CEOs and industry leaders about how they interpret the changes in the roles of corporates beyond this crisis.
Climate change is exacerbated as a result of human activity. For instance, over harvesting natural resources such as water, fossil fuels, and land will disrupt ecological cycles and deplete the ability of the environment to balance itself. Moreover, global warming will likely accelerate the emergence of new viruses. The environmental crises in recent years warn us of the inconvenient truth that immediate climate action — both top-down and bottom-up — is needed to help us achieve the ‘Sustainable Development Goals’ and thrive in a post-pandemic green economy. In this panel, our industry experts will share what businesses and individuals could do across the value chain to help mitigate the effects of climate change.
Good health and well-being is essential to sustainable development. However there has been an alarming increase in infectious diseases and mental health problems on a global scale. The 2020 pandemic has posed a serious threat to healthcare systems around the world and thwarted the progress of ensuring healthy lives and wellbeing for all. Our panel of health experts will discuss what lessons businesses, health professionals and individuals could learn from this crisis. Specifically, they will share their insights on new responsibilities different stakeholders have under the new normal, and effective measures to prevent the emergence of future pandemics.