SB'24 San Diego
October 14-17, 2024
All of us feel the mounting pressure to reshape the future of commerce so that business and society can thrive in harmony with nature. It’ll require ongoing breakthroughs in innovation, properly and ethically deployed for us to reach our goals. Join us October 14-17 2024 as together we explore new strategies, tools and solutions for turning challenge into business opportunity to redesign our brands to win in a changing world.
Content
Uniting for innovation: Transforming cosmetics packaging through collaboration
In an era where environmental concerns are at the forefront of both corporate and consumer consciousness, the cosmetics industry is facing increasing pressure to innovate and adopt sustainable packaging solutions. This panel discussion will explore h... View More
A new approach to value management–a critical capacity essential for breakthroughs in business model design
This session will teach attendees how to rethink value in the context of regenerative innovation by linking value to the dividends and resilience that come to an organization from enhancing system health. Learn from a co-founder of Regenovate–strat... View More
Transforming product development through innovative AI applications
This panel will lay out exciting new ways AI is starting to transform product development cycles in service of sustainability and regeneration across a wide range of industries. Discover AI’s strong potential for breakthrough innovation at break-ne... View More
Transforming fashion through materials innovation in garment and accessory design
Explore the innovative and transformative use of reclaimed and recycled fibers and materials, biomaterials, plant-based alternatives, and novel recycling approaches to create fashion and accessories that are sustainable and circular. Expert panelists... View More
The seaweed economy mavens: New frontiers in seaweed-based innovation
This session will share groundbreaking work and insights on how seaweed is revolutionizing a range of industries and contributing to a sustainable future. Brands will learn actionable strategies for integrating seaweed-based solutions into their sust... View More
Sustainable protein diversification: the exciting potential of cultivated, fermentation-derived, and plant-based protein innovation
Achieving success in the alternative protein industry demands bold innovation and an understanding of evolving consumer preferences. This session dives into the latest advancements in cultivated, plant-based, and fermentation-derived proteins, highli... View More
Quantifying Scope 3 GHG emissions to enable action
This session will provide an overview of best practices and smart shortcuts toward quantifying Scope 3 GHG emissions so as to enable adequate and timely action consistent with the demands of science-based reduction paths. Join a diverse panel of corp... View More
Prototyping Your Brand Story (Sponsored)
Organizations often struggle to convey what is sustainable about their product or service. Storytelling can help. Since before writing was invented, stories were the primary method of making vital information memorable. Harness the power of storytell... View More
Partnering with content creators and influencers to amplify sustainable product awareness and adoption
Collaborating with social media influencers and content creators who align with your brand and sustainability values can provide exponential reach and ignite interest in your brand with new audiences. This session will explore the dynamic intersectio... View More
Infrastructure and Innovations for a Hydrogen Economy, Supplier Sustainability, and Vehicular Safety (Sponsored)
Breakthrough innovations demand more than just clever thinking or new technologies; they require a complete reimagining of entire systems. Honda, in its pursuit of zero traffic fatalities involving its vehicles and zero environmental impact by 2050, ... View More
Catalyzing Circular Action: How Retailers Drive Sustainability in CPG (Sponsored)
Retailers are becoming powerful agents of change by adopting innovative models that promote solutions to the plastic crisis and circular economy practices among CPG brands. This panel will delve into the various approaches retailers are using—from ... View More
Next-generation innovations: reimagining single serve coffee
As part of its multi-year commitment to reimagine its coffee system to develop and provide plastic-free pods as an option for consumers, Keurig Dr Pepper has engaged in research and development partnerships and implemented innovations that disrupt wh... View More
Big Wheels Keep on Turning: Zero Emission Class 8 Trucks' Contributions to Sustainable Supply Chains (Sponsored)
Trucking is an integral part of modern supply chains, employing millions, creating revenue, and, unfortunately, contributing to climate-change through tailpipe emissions. Semi-trucks are usually thought of as background players in the climate-change ... View More
Aligning and engaging diverse and geo-distributed teams around sustainability programs, volunteerism and corporate values
Aligning and engaging team members around a shared mission and values—particularly among remote or distributed workforces with diverse roles, can be challenging.This session will delve into the strategies and best practices for fostering a cohesive... View More