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Staying the course: The CFO’s role in driving sustainability

March 5, 2025 in Sustainability • 6 min read

Chanel Global CFO and IMD Executive in Residence Philippe Blondiaux explains how finance leaders can sustain a long-term focus on sustainability while addressing short-term challenges....

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How Coca-Cola’s business-first approach beat the digital transformation odds

March 3, 2025 • by Michael R. Wade, Massimo Marcolivio in Sustainability • 5 min read

With most digital transformation initiatives ending in failure, we explore the formula behind Coca-Cola Eurasia and Middle East’s success....

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How not to talk about climate change: agency, not urgency 

March 3, 2025 • by Susan Goldsworthy in Sustainability • 3 min read

Corporate messages about the climate crisis can evoke feelings of helplessness. In contrast, life-affirming narratives can help drive constructive climate action. Use this checklist of dos and don’ts to ensure you are sending...

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Compliance cost or stabilizing economic force? Why CFOs should consider what the CSRD means for global trade

February 25, 2025 • by Salvatore Cantale, Christos Cabolis in Sustainability • 6 min read

While some firms may look to exploit regulatory arbitrage in response to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), long-term trends point to regulatory alignment and technology advances making EU sustainability reporting rules...

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Are you building a biodiversity strategy? A five-step guide

February 24, 2025 • by Julia Binder, Adrian Dellecker, Aurélie V. Stamm in Sustainability • 3 min read

The need to protect nature is a challenge for all companies. But do you know the potential business benefits of a successful biodiversity strategy? Take this short quiz to test your knowledge...

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Forget quick fixes, here are five keys to unlock a lasting legacy 

February 18, 2025 • by James Welch in Sustainability • 8 min read

A five-step approach to help leaders foster sustainable legacies and social progress, while supporting financially sound futures for their organizations....

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CFOs and the CSRD: A strategic opportunity for resilient growth

February 17, 2025 • by Salvatore Cantale in Sustainability • 5 min read

More than simply a compliance exercise, sustainability reporting regulations offer a chance to develop and strengthen your business, says IMD’s Salvatore Cantale...

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Do you know the 5 steps to make money on sustainability?

February 17, 2025 • by Knut Haanaes, Bryony Jansen van Tuyll, Øystein D. Fjeldstad in Sustainability • 3 min read

Leaders, strategists, and decision-makers can play a pivotal role in integrating sustainability into business strategies – and make money in the process. Knut Haanaes, Bryony Jansen van Tuyll, and Øystein D. Fjeldstad outline five...

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Pearson: The CFO as driver of digital innovation

February 10, 2025 in Sustainability • 6 min read

Sally Johnson, CFO at global learning company Pearson, discusses how finance leaders can harness AI and other digital innovations to fuel growth and boost results....

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How can I leverage AI for smarter sustainability?

February 10, 2025 • by Julia Binder, José Parra Moyano in Sustainability • 3 min read

AI can enhance sustainability reporting and help you deepen green efforts – but it also has an environmental impact of its own. Julia Binder and José Parra Moyano identify the four ‘hows’ of harnessing AI for enhanced...

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