New to GreenBiz
“Imposter syndrome happens, but don’t let it hold you back. Introduce yourself, ask questions, and trust that you belong here. Start with these can’t-miss sessions designed to help first-timers get the most out of GreenBiz 26!”
– Emily Konchan, Membership Engagement Manager, Trellis Network, Trellis Group
Communication Strategies
“It’s an especially tricky time for communicators, so we have an entire, rich track for all of us figuring out if/how/what to say. If you’re coming to set up your 2026 – 2027 comms strategy, here are some speakers and sessions I recommend you catch.”
Financial Leadership
“The finance function is becoming an essential partner in corporate sustainability. These sessions dig into how mandatory disclosure is reshaping capital allocation, which voluntary frameworks investors really care about, and how to match nature finance mechanisms with your business priorities. If you’re connecting sustainability strategy to financial value, start here.”
– Grant Harrison, Vice President, Sustainable Finance & ESG, Trellis Group
Investing and Corporate Sustainability
“This is where value creation, risk management, and capital planning intersect with corporate sustainability. Learn how to effectively engage your finance organization and tap into its expertise. Hear from sustainability practitioners who have partnered closely with finance teams to strengthen and advance their sustainability strategies.”
– Nico McCrossan, Director, Sustainable Finance & ESG, Trellis Group
Regenerating Nature
“Nature is critical infrastructure for the global economy — and one of the few truly bipartisan topics you can continue to move forward amid the current political uncertainty. These sessions dive into how leading companies are measuring and reporting their nature footprint, restoring biodiversity at scale, and using technology to accelerate community-led water stewardship. Expect actionable strategies, proven frameworks, and inspiring examples of nature-positive leadership.”
– Theresa Lieb, Vice President, Nature and Europe, Trellis Group
Resilience Planning
“As resource constraints intensify, building resilience and reducing operational risk are becoming core business imperatives. These sessions spotlight how leading companies are addressing water, energy, and biodiversity challenges to strengthen long-term resilience, from data center design to collaborative, nature-based approaches that safeguard both ecosystems and enterprise value.”
– Vid Mićević, Nature Program Manager, Trellis Group
Tech Innovation
“Staying ahead means knowing which innovations actually move the needle. These sessions cut through the noise with real applications: AI tools that solve daily bottlenecks, water strategies built for shifting risk, and circular models with proven ROI. Hear from practitioners who’ve tested what works.”
– Jake Mitchell, Director, Climate Tech Innovation, Trellis Group
Water Strategy
“The GreenBiz Water Program puts water at the center of corporate sustainability. It creates a hub for practical, forward-looking conversations on how water connects climate, nature, and social impact. The program includes 10 sessions ranging from workshops and panels to closed-door working groups and a field trip, plus evening receptions that help build the relationships needed for what comes next.”