John Davies
John Davies leads the Trellis Network, a member-based, peer-to-peer learning forum for sustainability professionals. The network is made up of senior executives from $1 billion-plus corporations working together to share best practices and lessons learned for implementing sustainable development programs. Davies is an experienced entrepreneur and innovator who has applied his business and management skills to launching start-ups as well as improving the operations of existing businesses. Davies is a frequent keynote speaker at international events, is well-known for his supply chain and sustainability expertise and is the author of numerous articles in business, industry and educational publications. John received his bachelor’s degree from SUNY at Fredonia and his master’s degree from the University of Delaware.
ESG Data Gathering and Reporting Platforms
One member asks, "Does the group have any recommended technologies to capture multiple different types of ESG data – emissions of course but other data relative to ESG goals (tracking responsible sourcing purchase commitments, DEI data, charitable giving). A one stop shop probably doesn’t exist but would like to start cataloging what might be available and what are the gaps? Read More
Assurance Providers
One member asks for, "recommendations for third-party assurance providers? We are looking for a new partner for our energy, emissions and water assurance and would appreciate any wisdom from the group." Read More
Renewable Energy and RECs
One member writes, "The topic relates to procuring renewable energy and using the associated RECs to reduce our scope 3 emissions associated with product electricity use. Could you pose the question of whether other companies are purchasing renewable energy to address their scope 3 emissions, and if yes, if they’d be willing to have a conversation about how they approached it and what the process was to set it up?" Read More
ESG Database Systems
This is a bit of an evergreen request but we haven't made it in a few years. One member asks, "Wondering if you have a list of vendors or systems that companies use to store and streamline their ESG metrics and reporting? I used to get contacted quite a bit from vendors but haven’t heard much lately. Would be great to see what fellow GBEN members use." Read More
HR ups its sustainability game
There's a new "hire calling" as HR professionals, like many sustainability leaders, go “beyond compliance” and embrace a purpose-led sustainability strategy. Read More
Environmental Auditing Services
One member writes, "We have 3 facilities, 2 in AZ and 1 in Mexico, that are due for environmental compliance audits for 14001 re-certification. Our logistics team has had bad luck finding a firm/person that will do the audits and provide the gap report with all the updated regulations needed for compliance. They are experiencing a lack of responsiveness. Do any of our members work in this space or can members recommend a firm or person to help us?" Read More
Are you a TCFD Supporter?
One member asks, "Have any members signed on or considered signing on as TCFD supporter? Signing on doesn’t seem to require anything more than making a public statement of support for TCFD recommended disclosures and being named on their website. It doesn’t look like a large number of US companies have done so, but there are some very big organizations that have signed on. Any insights folks can share on why they did or did not sign on would be helpful." Read More
Regenerative Agriculture Expertise
One member writes, "Could anyone recommend an organization or individual who is an expert in regenerative agriculture, especially in the different regenerative farm practices that are applicable to various agriculture systems (row crops, specialty crops, livestock). A bonus would be experience working with brands or companies to craft communications strategies." Read More
Reporting Frameworks
One member is currently exploring ESG reporting options and would like any stats from GBEN members on which frameworks members are reporting and where they’re reporting them (10-K, ESG report, etc.). Read More
Executive Coaching
One member asks if anyone has a recommendation for an Executive Coach (and we got some). Read More