Listen "How finance teams can drive an organization’s ESG agenda"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, host Adam Boutros sits down with Sarah Marsh, partner at PwC Canada, ESG & reporting and Arlind Sulaj, a director with PwC Canada’s finance transformation practice. They discuss why ESG reporting has become imperative for finance teams and CFOs, how companies can modernize their finance functions and get 'data ready' for ESG reporting with the insights needed to execute on their strategy, and much more.00:00- Adam’s introduction to Finance in 15 and guests Sarah Marsh and Arlind Sulaj01:50- Sarah explains the growing intersection between financial performance and sustainability03:07- Sarah discusses the future of ESG reporting04:32- Arlind discusses ESG reporting from the perspective of the CFO role06:01- Sarah explains how CFOs can know which ESG reporting framework is right for their organization07:19- Sarah explains the roadmap for ESG reporting beyond the first report09:07- Sarah discusses the type of data companies are reporting on currently10:08- Arlind explains current trends in data reporting overall12:14- Sarah explains the role of comp in communicating a company’s ESG priorities13:21- Arlind discusses new developments in reporting automation15:01- Sarah discusses current trends in data collection and reporting17:14- Arlind shares his recommended approach for building robust reporting models19:00- Sarah offers tips for companies developing their ESG data strategies19:49- Arlind offers tips for companies developing their ESG data strategies20:22- Adam shares his closing thoughts and conclusions