REPORT LAUNCH | Climate Change and Family Business - Action for a Sustainable Future in the MENA

With climate change at the top of the world’s agenda we are delighted to announce that we have launched the "Climate Change and Family Business: Action for a Sustainable Future in the MENA” report, developed with the support of AW Rostamani Group and our knowledge partner Global Compact Network UAE.
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The report addresses the realities of climate change and environmental challenges in the MENA and explores the role family-owned companies play in shaping a more sustainable future. Our vision is to initiate a long-term dialogue on environmental responsibilities and climate change as a business risk and opportunity for privately-owned companies.
During the session, we were honored to have Huda Al Rostamani, Director, AW Rostamani Group, UAE, Dr. Basma Al Zamil, GM, Group HR, Zamil Group, KSA, Samar Ibrahim, Associate Director, EY Parthenon, MENA, UAE, Imad Alfadel, Managing Partner, ESG Integrate, UAE, and Prof. Alfredo De Massis, Professor of Entrepreneurship & Family Business, Free University of Bolzano, IMD Business School and LUMS, Italy, as our keynote speakers.
The speakers discussed insights from the report and engaged in an open dialogue about climate action, adaptation, and explore the transformation needed on the path forward to ensure a thriving future.
KEY DISCUSSION POINTS
• Exclusive insights from the report by contributors
• Case studies of family businesses fighting climate change
• Expert views on climate change as a risk and opportunity
• Next steps - A toolbox for family businesses