How does sustainability shape long‑term business success?
Leading organizations increasingly recognize that sustainability is not an isolated agenda item — it is a strategic capability. Companies that integrate sustainability into their core business model strengthen their resilience to regulatory, financial and operational risks while opening new avenues for growth and innovation.

The decisions leaders make today determine tomorrow’s competitiveness.
By proactively aligning with evolving stakeholder expectations and transformation pathways, businesses can mitigate future risks and capture the opportunities of a sustainable economy, building long-term value for shareholders, customers and society.

ESG Risk Circle is a European leadership initiative dedicated to the future of corporate governance in an ESG‑driven world. With more than 700 active members across Europe, it offers a trusted platform for strategic dialogue, peer exchange and collaborative learning—through high‑quality onsite events and virtual sessions.

With the Leadership Forum, we bring together decision‑makers who view sustainable transformation not as a compliance requirement, but as a central lever for value creation, resilience and economic strength. It is a space for forward‑looking leaders to challenge perspectives, share insights and shape the agenda for the next decade of corporate leadership.

A day of inspiration, meaningful exchange and actionable solutions — driving tangible economic value for your organization.

Experience …

• Inspiration from leading voices across politics, business and technology

• Interaction through open dialogue formats and hands‑on workshops

• Practical use cases in breakout sessions with our experts — and discover our network at the EY Sustainability Fair

Why attend?

This Leadership Forum provides a rare, invitation‑only setting for senior executives who are shaping the future of their organizations in an increasingly complex ESG landscape. It is designed for leaders who seek strategic clarity, peer‑level exchange and actionable perspectives to strengthen resilience and long‑term value creation.

Engage with decision‑makers who face similar challenges — and leverage a trusted environment for high‑impact conversations, new insights and meaningful connections.

What you can expect

• Strategic Keynotes: Hear from global leaders across business, policy and academia who will share forward‑looking perspectives on the trends redefining corporate transformation and competitiveness.

• Executive Panel Dialogues: Join C‑suite peers and influential representatives from industry, politics and international institutions for in‑depth discussions on regulatory developments, market dynamics and strategic ESG imperatives.

• Deep‑Dive Executive Sessions: Participate in focused sessions addressing real‑world challenges — from ESG data and reporting readiness to innovative approaches that accelerate sustainable transformation at scale.

• Exclusive Evening & Networking Reception: Conclude the day in an informal but high‑level setting, ideal for continuing strategic dialogue, strengthening existing relationships and expanding your executive network.

The ESG Risk Circle 2026: Leadership Forum provides the ideal setting for an open and peer‑level dialogue.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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