As I&D rises to the top of the corporate agenda, how can organizations bridge the disconnects between workplace functions in order to accelerate progress? This episode explores the findings and shares practical takeaways from our Mind the Gap series, which examines the role that compliance and employment leaders, in particular, play in strengthening corporate I&D strategies.  For additional insights, we invite you to read Part 1 and 2 of our Mind the Gap series. Guests: Yindi...

Our COP26 mini-series focuses on key topics in the lead up to the UN's 2021 climate change conference. Many companies have pledged to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 or earlier. However, to achieve this will require the use of carbon offsets where they are unable to eliminate or reduce emissions in their own operations or supply chains. As the development of voluntary carbon markets, which is happening at a varying pace across the globe, becomes an important aspect in the...

Our COP26 mini-series focuses on key topics in the lead up to the UN's 2021 climate change conference. ESG is now firmly on most corporate and investor agendas, as well as on that of many regulators. In part 1, we explore the increase in both mandatory obligations and voluntary commitments, as global organizations recognize the urgency around corporate climate responsibility. Our experts consider what implications this has for corporate governance, and what measures global organizations can...

Baker McKenzie recently held FutureWorks, a virtual conversation series featuring leaders from some of the most innovative companies in the world, discussing how global employers can embrace the large-scale trends changing the nature of work amid major disruption. From integrating resilience into your workforce strategy to harnessing the power of inclusion, our Baker McKenzie experts share the key takeaways and practical action points gleaned across these sessions. Anna Brown: Anna Brown is...

Industrials have faced massive disruption and falling demand brought on by the immediate impacts of COVID-19. However, from digital transformation to disruption-proofing supply chains, the pandemic has accelerated the need to take bold action in order to thrive in the long-term. In this episode, our legal experts and Nick Cranfield, Global Director of Legal Operations, Dyson, discuss  the priorities and challenges of manufacturers as they look to adapt to new markets and reposition themselves...

2020 has been a tumultuous year across the globe, with the COVID-19 pandemic turning the global economy on its head and forcing businesses to quickly adapt to a shifting landscape. Heading into 2021, there are still many more changes in store as a new US presidential election term begins and the UK and EU adjust to their formal separation. In this episode, our experts look at what impact these two significant pivots for both the US and UK will have on the future of business in an already...

As companies look to build Resilience and Recovery in the aftermath of the pandemic, the focus on Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) has accelerated on a global scale.  How is the growth of green investment products taking shape? Our experts will take a closer look at the state of sustainable finance and what is working around the globe. Adam Farlow, Head of ESG Debt and Equity Baker McKenzie Adam Farlow is a New York and English qualified capital markets partner based in London. He...

The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated the need for transformation and innovation across all sectors, but particularly the healthcare industry. Though the existence of telehealth and other digital health services are not new, the pandemic has altered the way healthcare is being delivered and accelerated the adoption of these technologies. In this episode, our experts discuss the critical nature of fostering innovation and the role that both government and the business community play, with a...

In a follow up to June's Reopening Playbook episode, we take an updated look at the reopening landscape. As many businesses have since initiated phased-reopenings, additional challenges have arisen for employers, who are navigating changing laws, potential litigation and realigning business needs, all in a wildly unpredictable environment. Additionally, as remote operations have become the evolving norm where possible, what will be the long-term impact of this shift on business operations and...

Diversifying Supply Chains in Asia Pacific and Beyond In a follow up to the Shock Proofing Supply Chains episode, we examine how companies are seeking to strengthen and transform their supply chains through diversifying their operations across Asia Pacific and beyond. Find out how businesses are navigating the shifting landscape of global trade wars and government interventions as well as investment and financing trends. This episode includes insights and analyses from our "Supply Chains...

Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Strategy as a Driver of Growth and Value As companies look to build resilience and recovery to navigate successfully major disruption associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, the focus on Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) has accelerated on a global scale. What is driving this growth and how it is creating long-term value for companies? Our experts will take a closer look on the sustainable finance demand and opportunities. Guests: Paul...

The Shifting Investment Landscape During COVID-19  The last economic crisis triggered a record amount of deal making, but how does the current landscape differ from 2008?  In this episode, we will look at what to expect from the global M&A landscape, tightening regulations and what potential buyers need to know before making a strategic investment in a distressed company. Guests: Lisa M. Schineller (Managing Director & Lead Analyst, Sovereign & International Public Finance...

During a crisis, companies are forced to react swiftly to disruptions, but the ability to balance the short-term priorities and long-term strategies are critical to a company's ability to thrive. This episode will discuss the kinds of questions corporate directors should be asking in a COVID-19 era based on what we have learned so far.

The significant economic disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic require rapid and efficient responses from governments, but how has the approach varied across the globe? In this episode, Koen V. Vanhaerents (Partner, Head of Global Capital Markets Practice Group) and James Wilson (Partner, Washington, DC) discuss the various measures that governments have taken to support the business community in relation to foreign investment restrictions, debt, equity and taxation and the crucial role...

We take a closer look at how COVID-19 has magnified the workplace's vulnerabilities related to D&I and how companies can strive to do better through business recovery and renewal. Guests: Anna Brown (Baker McKenzie's Director of Global Diversity & Inclusion), Sunny Mann (Partner, London and member of the Global Diversity & Inclusion Committee) and Jean Lee (President and CEO of the Minority Corporate Counsel Association, a national organization focused on hiring, promoting and...

COVID-19 has exposed the weaknesses in how businesses manage their global supply chains. In this episode, our experts discuss lessons learned on mitigating this disruption and tips on how to build a more resilient supply chain in the long term.  Guests: Mattias Hedwall (Partner, Global Chair of the International Commercial & Trade Group) and Christina Conlin (Partner, Chicago and former chief compliance officer for McDonald's Corporation's European operations)

As some countries begin to ease restrictions and attempt to resume normalcy, businesses are considering not only how to bring employees safely back to the office but what the future of work will look like. In this episode, our Baker McKenzie experts share some lessons from countries who are ahead of the curve on how to make key decisions about reopening and highlight steps for reimagining business operations, in light of the current landscape.  For related insights, visit the Reopening...

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