For more than 18 years, Sustainable Brands (SB), a female-founded Public Benefit Corporation, has convened a community of courageous optimists reshaping the future of commerce worldwide. SB is where purpose, credibility, and authenticity meet – and also where today’s business and brand leaders come to learn, get inspired, and engage with one another to share new ideas that can help them deliver sustainable business value through innovation for environmental and social benefit.
SB'25 San Diego
October 13-16, 2025
Content
How sustainable chemistry is transforming manufacturing supply chains
Across industries and product sectors, sustainable chemistry is rapidly becoming a catalyst for supply chain transformation. By replacing carbon-intensive and hazardous inputs with safer, renewable, and lower-impact alternatives, companies are not on... View More
Sparking consumer passion for the conscious home: Innovation for sustainable lifestyles and well-being
As consumers increasingly prioritize wellness, simplicity, and purpose, brands have a powerful opportunity to position sustainable living as not just responsible, but irresistible and aspirational. This session will explore how design and materials i... View More
What every company needs right now: You
In a time of rapid transformation, the most valuable asset any company has isn’t just its technology or its business model—it’s you. Joann Garbin, author of *The Insider's Guide to Innovation at Microsoft*, explores how we can connect the dots ... View More
Shifting the sustainability narrative: From idealism to performance
We’ve all heard about the intention-behavior gap: people say they want sustainable products—but don’t follow through. For years, the theory was simple: make sustainable options easier to identify. So we rolled out eco-labels, certifications, an... View More
Innovating with nature: Harnessing bio-based materials for measurable carbon impact
Explore how I’m green™ bio-based resins are helping shift industries away from fossil-based materials. Backed by life cycle assessment studies, this session examines the measurable carbon reductions achievable through bio-based solutions and what... View More
The evolving role of the CSO
What skills will future CSOs need to lead the transformation as sustainability evolves from a function to an integral part of business strategy? The role of the Chief Sustainability Officer has never been more critical—or more complex—and the rea... View More
The Reputation Imperative: How Purpose Plus Innovation Builds Trust and Loyalty (Sponsored)
* The New Reputation Drivers: Which corporate attributes consumers value most today — from social responsibility and transparency to innovation and creativity. * Purpose as a Reputation Multiplier: How purpose contributes to stronger reputations,... View More
Refill, reduce, repeat: Innovations in refillable packaging
The shift toward refillable packaging is accelerating as brands seek to reduce waste, build customer loyalty and engagement, and meet ambitious sustainability goals. But scaling refill systems—from in-store refill stations to at-home formats—requ... View More
Beyond Compliance: How Fair Trade Certification Creates Competitive Advantage in Supply Chains
Consumer brands face mounting pressure to demonstrate authentic sustainability while maintaining profitability and growth. This panel brings together Fair Trade USA and Eileen Fisher to reveal how Fair Trade certification transforms traditional suppl... View More
Yes! Sustainability is a reason to buy!
Trying to make sustainability shine through in the stories your brand tells and the products you're bringing to market. In this session, hear several real-world case studies of how companies have successfully woven sustainability into product and bra... View More
Chemicals of concern: What will be the next PFAS?
PFAS may be the poster child for toxic chemical scrutiny, but it's far from the only chemicals or materials raising red flags. As science, regulation, and public awareness evolve, a growing list of chemicals are coming under fire for their health and... View More