Evolve 2023 Agenda

It’s a brave new world for sustainability. ESG has become a global focal point, with numerous regulations threatening your market access, reputation, and bottom line. At the same time, there has never been a better opportunity to seize the moment and proactively tackle these challenges.

Join Assent CEO, Andrew Waitman, and Jonathan Harris, ESG lead at Corsair Gaming Inc., for a short video and a discussion about Corsair’s innovative ESG program that has led to an 85% response rate across ESG topics over just three months.

By the end of this session, attendees will better understand the benefits of proactively building their ESG program, as well as what the future of sustainability holds.

Join us for an empowering session with Erin Brockovich, the iconic environmental activist whose relentless pursuit of truth, justice, and sustainability has become an integral part of our public consciousness. During this keynote, Brockovich will share her remarkable journey that began with uncovering a 30-year-long history of groundwater poisoning in Hinkley, CA by PG&E, and her unwavering commitment to bring justice to the victims.

Brockovich’s story is a testament that one person can indeed make a difference. Through her experiences, she has inspired countless others to take action, believing that each individual has the power to create change for a more sustainable future.

During this session, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from Brockovich’s inspiring story, gain insights into her relentless drive for justice, and discover how you too can contribute to a more sustainable future.

Gain valuable insights into the latest industry updates for PFAS, its far-reaching impact on supply chains, and Assent’s unique approach to help you address these challenges. Join Verdantix and Assent during this Innovation Announcement as we explore the link between sustainability and PFAS and get a first look at Assent’s enhanced offering to increase your visibility to meet critical PFAS requirements.

Join us for a thought-provoking fireside chat with Assent experts as we explore the complex issues surrounding responsible mineral sourcing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). During this session, we will delve into the challenges companies face when working to ensure their supply chains are free from conflict minerals, and how Assent can help you achieve this goal.

In addition to the fireside chat, we will screen a short documentary about the DRC, providing an up-close look at the impact of conflict minerals on local communities and serving as a poignant reminder of the importance of responsible sourcing practices.

In today’s complex regulatory landscape, maintaining product compliance is critical for businesses that want to avoid costly fines and reputational damage. But building a business case can be challenging, especially when there are competing priorities and limited resources.

This session will provide attendees with practical insights and strategies for building a compelling business case for product compliance. Assent experts Magnus Piotrowski and Eric Peterson from ConMed. They will discuss the benefits of compliance, including risk mitigation, increased efficiency, and improved customer satisfaction. They will also explore common barriers to compliance and how to overcome them.

By the end of the session, attendees will better understand how to build a business case for product compliance that resonates with stakeholders and secures the necessary resources to achieve compliance goals.

Strong supplier relationships are the foundation of the defensible data you need to reach your sustainability goals. Suppliers are your pivotal partners to avoid disruption and grow your business. Yet, they have been overlooked for too long, limiting your visibility and exposing you to significant risk. Join Verdantix and Assent as we explore the importance of eliminating supplier fatigue, enhancing the supplier experience, and removing obstacles to engaging with the supply chain.

Get an exclusive first look at our journey as we blaze a trail with our improved supplier experience, starting with centralized recommendations to improve suppliers’ ESG programs.

This panel discussion will feature a group of leaders in the fields of sustainability and regulatory compliance. Panelists will share their insights, experiences, and best practices for effective leadership — whether you lead a compliance team or oversee a compliance program on your own. The discussion will cover a range of topics, including the key skills and traits of successful sustainability and regulatory leaders, the importance of collaboration and stakeholder engagement, and the challenges and opportunities facing leaders in this realm. The panelists will share practical strategies for developing and enhancing leadership skills, and offer advice for emerging leaders who aspire to make a difference in the sustainability and regulatory compliance world.

Manufacturers are facing global market access challenges due to evolving regulations that require constant attention. The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) and the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (SCDDA) are just a few examples of new regulations that are impacting market access, while long-standing regulations, like REACH and TSCA, are being strengthened with additional restrictions and reporting requirements for PFAS.

In this session, Assent experts will provide attendees with a high-level overview of the latest regulatory trends that affect market access with a focus on providing a comprehensive understanding of the current regulatory landscape, and how attendees can navigate these changes to protect their market access in the future.

By the end of the session, attendees will have gained valuable insights into the evolving regulatory environment, and be better equipped to address new and long-standing regulations that impact their ability to access global markets.

Join Dr. André Kuipers as he discusses the vulnerability of the earth and how human behavior, particularly that of enterprises, impacts it. We’ll dive into the urgency and importance of complying with local and regional regulations.

Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the importance of sustainable practices.

The global business landscape is facing unprecedented challenges. Market access disruptions and regulatory changes are top of mind for many manufacturers, particularly as ESG regulations expand and product compliance requirements grow. Are you prepared to navigate this uncertain terrain and stay ahead of the curve?

In this global session, our expert panel will provide attendees with exclusive insights into the latest market access and disruption trends across the globe. They will discuss how businesses can protect their market access and thrive in a disrupted world. Attendees will learn practical strategies and best practices they can implement in their organizations.

By the end of the session, attendees will have gained invaluable insights into the current state of market access and disruption trends and be better equipped to protect their market access and drive business success. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve in an uncertain world.

To stay ahead of global trends, don’t miss out on the parallel session in our North American broadcast.

Sustainability reporting has quickly become a global requirement. Across regulations — from the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (SCDDA) to the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Climate Disclosure Rule — reporting on sustainability is no longer optional. But for many businesses, this can be a daunting task, especially if they don’t have a clear understanding of what ESG requirements entail.

This session will provide attendees with practical strategies and insights for reporting on sustainability to meet ESG requirements. Assent expert Jared Connors will discuss the importance of sustainability reporting, what ESG requirements typically cover, and how to develop a sustainability reporting framework that aligns with ESG guidelines.

By the end of the session, attendees will have a better understanding of how to report on sustainability for ESG requirements, and be equipped to develop a comprehensive sustainability reporting framework that aligns with ESG guidelines.

Navigating the constantly evolving global regulatory landscape is a daunting task for any organization. It shouldn’t be something you face alone. That’s why our expert panel is coming together in this live session to highlight trends that are most relevant to you and your business.

A panel of Assent experts will cover the latest regulatory developments and how they may affect your requirements, market access, and bottom line. They will also provide insights into key areas, including ESG, product compliance, and supply chain sustainability management.

This session will be live, allowing attendees to engage with our experts in real-time and gain immediate answers to their most pressing questions.

By the end of this session, attendees will have a deeper understanding of the regulatory trends that are cropping up across the globe and how to address them.

Don’t miss the parallel session to get insights into global trends in the North American broadcast.

Are evolving regulations, like REACH, RoHS, and TSCA, limiting your ability to meet your supply chain sustainability goals and meet all legal obligations? If so, you’re not alone. Join Assent experts Cally Edgren and Steven Andrews as they discuss 10 product compliance best practice tips, like how you can make suppliers your partners in product compliance.

Afterward, Cally will sit down with Lavinia Ratigan from Hologic for a short fireside chat. Together, they’ll dive into real-world insights that can be drawn from these tips.

Supply chain due diligence is the theme of a number of EU regulations. Regulators want to see that your products are created responsibly, which means you need an unprecedented level of visibility into your supply chain.

During this session with Assent customer KION, Dr. Sebastian Muller will share how KION has navigated the changing regulatory landscape, his prediction for the future of product compliance, and how KION and Assent have partnered together to create a legacy of sustainability.
By the end of the session, attendees will understand how to build a defensible compliance program and how to proactively prepare for future compliance obligations.

Join us for a fireside chat with Chris Gardner, author, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, as he shares insights on building a prosperous career and inspiring innovative thinking. During this fireside chat, Gardner will share his personal experiences and philosophies on staying focused, staying true to your values, and hiring people with the right qualities. Finally, we will explore the blend of purpose and profitability in business and how to reconcile these two values for a successful career.

You’ll gain practical insights on how to build a successful career based on your values, while also making a positive, sustainable impact on the world.

Businesses face an urgent need to improve their supply chain sustainability amidst a backdrop of unpredictability and instability. The risks posed by PFAS, global conflict, and new and tougher regulations require compliance, sustainability, and supply chain professionals, as well as executives and engineers, to find the optimal path forward.

In this session, Robert Bilott, renowned environmental lawyer and subject of the award-winning film Dark Waters, will highlight the risks companies face, as well as the dangers of inaction in the face of such risks. He’ll also provide key insights for companies who are now required to assess PFAS risks, among other things.

By the end of the session, attendees will gain a better understanding of the importance of assessing risks, the consequences of inaction, and how to protect their business from potential non-compliance consequences.

The global business landscape is facing unprecedented challenges. Market access disruptions and regulatory changes are top of mind for many manufacturers, particularly as ESG regulations expand and product compliance requirements grow. Are you prepared to navigate this uncertain terrain and stay ahead of the curve?

In this global session, our expert panel will provide attendees with exclusive insights into the latest market access and disruption trends across the globe. They will discuss how businesses can protect their market access and thrive in a disrupted world. Attendees will learn practical strategies and best practices they can implement in their organizations.

By the end of the session, attendees will have gained invaluable insights into the current state of market access and disruption trends and be better equipped to protect their market access and drive business success. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve in an uncertain world.

To stay ahead of global trends, don’t miss out on the parallel session in our European Broadcast.

Sustainability reporting has quickly become a global requirement. Across regulations — from the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (SCDDA) to the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Climate Disclosure Rule — reporting on sustainability is no longer optional. But for many businesses, this can be a daunting task, especially if they don’t have a clear understanding of what ESG requirements entail.

This session will provide attendees with practical strategies and insights for reporting on sustainability to meet ESG requirements. Assent expert Jared Connors will discuss the importance of sustainability reporting, what ESG requirements typically cover, and how to develop a sustainability reporting framework that aligns with ESG guidelines.

By the end of the session, attendees will have a better understanding of how to report on sustainability for ESG requirements, and be equipped to develop a comprehensive sustainability reporting framework that aligns with ESG guidelines.

Navigating the constantly evolving global regulatory landscape is a daunting task for any organization. It shouldn’t be something you face alone. That’s why our expert panel is coming together in this live session to highlight trends that are most relevant to you and your business.

A panel of Assent experts will cover the latest regulatory developments and how they may affect your requirements, market access, and bottom line. They will also provide insights into key areas, including ESG, product compliance, and supply chain sustainability management.

This session will be live, allowing attendees to engage with our experts in real-time and gain immediate answers to their most pressing questions.

By the end of this session, attendees will have a deeper understanding of the regulatory trends that are cropping up across the globe and how to address them.

Don’t miss the parallel session to get insights into global trends in the European broadcast.

Are evolving regulations, like REACH, RoHS, and TSCA, limiting your ability to meet your supply chain sustainability goals and meet all legal obligations? If so, you’re not alone. Join Assent experts Cally Edgren and Steven Andrews as they discuss 10 product compliance best practice tips, like how you can make suppliers your partners in product compliance.

Afterward, Cally will sit down with Lavinia Ratigan from Hologic for a short fireside chat. Together, they’ll dive into real-world insights that can be drawn from these tips.

Join us for a fireside chat with Chris Gardner, author, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, as he shares insights on building a prosperous career and inspiring innovative thinking. During this fireside chat, Gardner will share his personal experiences and philosophies on staying focused, staying true to your values, and hiring people with the right qualities. Finally, we will explore the blend of purpose and profitability in business and how to reconcile these two values for a successful career.

You’ll gain practical insights on how to build a successful career based on your values, while also making a positive, sustainable impact on the world.