Empowering SMEs: Sustainability Strategies to Drive Success

Step into the future of SME resilience at the launch of the report, “Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) for SMEs Resilience” by UN Global Compact Network Malaysia & Brunei (UNGCMYB) and Universiti Malaya (UM) in partnership with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) in Malaysia.

To be officiated by, Dato' Dr. Anas Alam Faizli, National Advisory Panel, UNGCMYB, and Chief Executive Officer, Corporate, Duopharma Biotech Berhad, this report aims to:

• Understand and explore ESG practices among SMEs and their impact on business resilience
• Present 10 SME business cases for ESG in different industries and locations in Malaysia.

In this launch, we will delve into insights of ESG practices by local SMEs. SME participants will also actively engage in a Climate Action Workshop facilitated by UNGCMYB and Alliance Bank. This is a unique opportunity for SMEs to learn, connect, and collaborate among its peers. Join us and be part of a community-driven movement that aims to elevate your business resilience through strategic ESG implementation.

What you will get:

• Fundamental understanding of ESG and sustainability
• Free climate assessment  of your organisation’s climate maturity level, and a climate roadmap to transition (action plan).
• An understanding to the financing incentives and rewards available with Alliance Bank

Agenda 

3:00 - 3:30 PM - Registration

3:30 - 3:35 PM - Welcoming Remarks 

Mr. Faroze Nadar, Executive Director, UN Global Compact Network Malaysia & Brunei

3:35 - 3:45 PM - Keynote Sharing Session: From The Perspective of a PLC CEO - Why Sustainable SME Suppliers Are Critical 

Dato' Dr. Anas Alam Faizli, National Advisory Panel, UN Global Compact Network Malaysia & Brunei | Chief Executive Officer, Corporate, Duopharma Biotech Berhad

3:45 - 3:50 PM - Launch of the ESG For SMEs Resilience: Case Insights for a Sustainable Future Report

3:50 - 4:00 PM - Presentation on The Report's Key Insights and Findings 

VGR Chandran Govindaraju, Deputy Dean, Value Creation & Enterprise, Faculty of Business and Economics, Universiti Malaya

4:00 - 5:10 PM - Climate Action Workshop for SMEs and Sharing Session on Banking Incentives by Alliance Bank

5:10 - 5:30 PM - Networking and Refreshments

Limited seats available. Your journey towards sustainable success starts here – secure your spot now!

If you require further information, kindly contact Kishan (kishan@ungcmalaysia.org) (019-5522129)