University of Pittsburgh Center for Sustainable Business

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from the Center for Sustainable Business! 🍁
As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we’re reflecting on another successful year filled with impactful collaborations and meaningful progress toward a more sustainable future. 🌍✨
We’re deeply thankful for our friends, partners, and stakeholders who continue to support and inspire our mission. Together, we’re driving change and creating a world where business and sustainability go hand in hand.

Wishing you and your loved ones a happy Thanksgiving filled with connection and gratitude. 🧡

🌐 Webinar Alert: How to make your organization resilient to complex and "wicked" problems? 🌐
Join Dr. John C. Camillus, an esteemed strategic management expert, to learn practical strategies for making your organization resilient against complex "wicked" problems.

📅 Date: January 17, 2025 ⏰ Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Key Takeaways:
- Understand the impact of complex challenges on organizations.
- Employ strategic thinking to effectively analyze and address these challenges.

Dr. Camillus, Faculty Director of the CSB, has a distinguished career advising over 120 organizations, including Fortune 500 companies. His academic and professional expertise is backed by decades of impactful leadership and consulting.

🔗 Register Now: https://pitt.ly/40sXEQi

🌍 Join our webinar: How to become a sustainability change agent within your organization 🌍
Learn to drive strategic change and become a sustainability leader in your organization with Dr. Marcel Minutolo, a veteran and Professor of Strategic Management.

📅 Date: December 13 ⏰ Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

In this webinar, you will:
- Diagnose challenges and strategize actions.
- Understand and overcome resistance to change.
- Participate in a leadership simulation exercise.

Dr. Minutolo brings 20+ years of experience in strategy, entrepreneurship, and sustainability, offering insights from academia and his military background.

🔗 Register Now: https://pitt.ly/4eqykhb

🌍 Webinar Series: The Sustainability Change Champion in Manufacturing 🌍
Are you ready to become a sustainability change agent within your organization? Join us for a unique series designed specifically for Small and Medium Manufacturers in Appalachia. Gain invaluable insights and practical strategies to drive impactful sustainability initiatives and tackle complex challenges.

Becoming a Change Agent for Sustainability Initiatives
Speaker: Marcel Minutolo
Date: December 13th, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Register here: https://pitt.ly/4eqykhb

Making Your Organization Resilient to Complex and “Wicked” Problems
Speaker: John Camillus
Date: January 17th, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Register here: https://pitt.ly/40sXEQi

📅 Mark your calendars and don’t miss out on the chance to lead change effectively in your field!

🌟 Tomorrow is the Day! Sustainable Business Forum 2024 🌟

Join us bright and early at 8 AM at the University Club for a day dedicated to shaping the future of responsible business practices. Engage with leading thinkers and practitioners in sustainability and take part in discussions that are set to redefine industry standards.

📍 Location: University Club ⏰ Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, followed by a reception

📣 Countdown to impact: Only 4 days left Until the Sustainable Business Forum!
Get ready to join us this Thursday for a day full of insightful discussions and innovative strategies at the 5th Anniversary of the Sustainable Business Forum. Don’t miss the chance to connect with leaders in sustainability, engage in crucial discussions, and help shape the future of responsible business practices.
Date: Thursday, October 24h
📍 Location: University Club
⏰ Followed by a reception to continue the conversation and networking!

🔗 Secure your spot now if you haven’t yet! Let’s transform challenges into opportunities together: https://pitt.ly/4dcY6Vr

🌟 One Week to Go! Join Us at the Sustainable Business Forum on October 24th! 🌟

As we celebrate our flagship event, we're excited to bring together a dynamic mix of sustainability leaders, top academics, and seasoned practitioners. This year’s forum, held in collaboration with our CSB Partners, is dedicated to forging robust discussions on advancing corporate resiliency through strategic corporate management and effective change management.

🔗 Book your tickets now and be a part of these critical conversations! https://pitt.ly/4dcY6Vr

🌍 Upcoming Panel at the Sustainable Business Forum: The Voice of the C-Suite

🗓️ Join us on Thursday, October 24th to gain exclusive insights from top executive leaders on managing change and strategy in large corporations. Our panel features:
🔹 John Krolicki, Chief Administrative Sustainability Officer & Co-Leader, UPMC Center for Sustainability 🔹 Diane Kappas, Former VP of Global Sustainability, PPG 🔹 Moderated by Mackenzie Peters Skeen, CSR Program Manager, MSA – The Safety Company

This session will delve into effective strategies, leadership skills, and the essential practices required for C-Suite leaders to tackle the 21st century’s toughest challenges. Additionally, it's a great opportunity for rising stars and organizational leaders to learn about the resources available to support their journey to the C-Suite.

🎟️ Secure your spot now! https://pitt.ly/4dcY6Vr