SB'20 Just Brands

August 18-19, 2020

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The SB’20 Just Brands conference, taking place virtually on August 18-19, will help you look closely at existing policies and behaviors, and identify strategies that will authentically address areas for improvement.

The time for talking is over. Corporations must make authentic, long-term commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion.

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The Role of Business in the Racial Equity and Justice Movement

Published on August 26, 2020

About a 14 minute read

Every problem that confronts the US today can be traced back to racist ideology. Businesses cannot survive on just the small percentage of the very wealthy buying goods. Mass incarceration, poverty, healthcare disparities — all of these issues affe... View More

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#JustBrands: To Push Cultural Change, Brands Must Unpack Their ‘BAGS’

Published on August 21, 2020

About a 7 minute read

After a humbling, informative and inspiring day one, day two of Sustainable Brands’ Just Brands virtual event examined case studies of DEI excellence in practice. ... View More

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#JustBrands: To Effectively Address Equity, Brands Need to Rebuild From Within

Published on August 20, 2020

About a 5 minute read

Day 1 of Sustainable Brands’ Just Brands virtual event brought together business, racial justice and social good leaders for frank discussions on the context for racial inequities in the US, what equity really means in 2020, and businesses' role i... View More

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Learning from Case Studies: The Dow Chemical Company

Published on August 19, 2020

Runtime: 47:03

The main-stage program of day two focused on learning from outstanding case studies of companies doing cutting-edge work around racial justice and equity. Dow Chemical has been vocal about its intentions to ‘act on behalf of those who deal with rac... View More

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Learning from Case Studies: PepsiCo

Published on August 19, 2020

Runtime: 25:55

The main-stage program of day focused on learning from outstanding case studies of companies doing cutting-edge work around racial justice and equity. Few, if any, corporate commitments around racial justice and equity have been more far-reaching and... View More

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Racial Inclusion, Equity and Justice in the Context of Product Development and Design

Published on August 19, 2020

Runtime: 1:08:44

This session explored how product innovation and product design can be proactive forces for advancing racial inclusion, equity and justice. Panelists discussed not only how and where companies can recruit more black designers and innovators, but also... View More

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Equipping Brands with the Marketing and Communications Leaders of Tomorrow

Published on August 19, 2020

Runtime: 1:05:55

One of the most impactful actions companies can take is to ensure their top management reflects best practices around diversity, inclusion and equity. With that in mind, this session asks: Who are the successful marketing and communications executive... View More

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Cultivating Adequate Top Management: Leadership Training, Diversity Among Executives, and More

Published on August 19, 2020

Runtime: 1:06:39

This session will cover all critical aspects of equipping the top management of any company to adequately meet justice, equity, diversity and inclusion imperatives going forward. From recruitment and promotion dynamics, to cultivating the soft skills... View More

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Learning from Case Studies: TRU Colors Brewing

Published on August 19, 2020

Runtime: 36:30

The main-stage program of day two focused on learning from outstanding case studies of companies doing cutting-edge work around racial justice and equity. TRU Colors Brewing is a North Carolina-based brewery staffed by active and former gang members.... View More

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Racial Justice and Equity in the Context of Multiple Social, Environmental and Governance Crises

Published on August 18, 2020

Runtime: 46:36

No social, environmental or governance crisis happens in isolation – and the racial justice and equity movement is no exception. This session will help equip attendees with frameworks and tools helpful in analyzing the intersection of several socia... View More

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Key Interventions and Systemic Changes that Businesses Can Help Lead

Published on August 18, 2020

Runtime: 42:08

There are many things businesses could do to help make collective progress against racial injustice and inequality, and to address the systemic conditions acting as enablers. While the whole range of possible actions is of course important to keep in... View More

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Influencing Behavioral and Cultural Evolution through Consumer Engagement, Employee Engagement and Civic Engagement

Published on August 18, 2020

Runtime: 56:25

Through civic engagement, workforce and marketplace policies, and ESG strategies, Just Brands can evolve and transform society. Join this session to hear from a blend of workplace, civic engagement, and supplier policy experts on how they are doing j... View More

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Supply Chain Management, Purchasing and Procurement as Levers for Far-Reaching Change

Published on August 18, 2020

Runtime: 46:42

This panel will discuss how to make the most of supply chain management, purchasing and procurement as allies in the fight against discrimination and inequality. Speakers will help companies understand how to think about integrated approaches – one... View More

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Building the Workforce of Tomorrow: A Guide to Inclusive and Equitable Hiring, Training and Reskilling

Published on August 18, 2020

Runtime: 1:03:40

This session will provide practical guidance for companies striving to improve their performance around hiring, training and reskilling employees in ways that actively contribute to solving injustice and inequality crises. Attendees can expect valuab... View More

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Historical Context for the Role of Business in the Racial Justice & Equity Movement

Published on August 18, 2020

Runtime: 20:15

The business community is finding itself in a moment of reflection and introspection with respect to the racial justice movement. And that is as it should be – it takes a serious commitment to listening, understanding and proactive leadership to au... View More