HBS Alumni, if you are passionate about using your careers to combat climate change, then BEI invites you to join their Alumni in Climate Networking Series. This series offers an excellent opportunity to connect with local alumni and discuss ideas, trends, opportunities, and challenges at the intersection of business and the environment. To learn more about upcoming events, simply email bei@hbs.edu.
On April 2nd, BEI collaborated with the HBS Club of Chicago to host an event that brought together alumni from various backgrounds who are committed to making a positive impact on climate change through their careers. The event was hosted at the William Blair office in downtown Chicago by Brent Gledhill (MBA 1997) and saw around 40 alumni in attendance. The gathering began with a talk by HBS faculty members Forest Reinhardt and David Bell, who explored how businesses and governments are adapting their strategies and operations in response to the global climate crisis. They covered various agricultural approaches and the potential impact of solutions like regenerative agriculture on climate change.
After the talk, attendees had the opportunity to network with each other and forge connections. During this networking session, I had the pleasure of meeting alumni working on initiatives such as electrifying transportation systems, developing software platforms for ESG reporting, advising farmers on sustainable practices, and entrepreneurs focusing on social issues through marketing firms. The ultimate goal of this series is to establish a climate-focused community in key locations, and we are excited for our next event in June in London!