Is ESG the Real Driver for Better Resilience?

06 Oct 2026
Harvey Goodwin Suite
Track 3: Adaptation, Governance and Regulatory
Resilience has evolved from a technical approach to reduce property damage and business interruption, into an all-emcompassing culture that forms a critical layer of corporate defence. The most ephemeral strategic asset is your reputation, which needs decades to build, but seconds to destroy. This session looks at the techniques to predict, detect, monitor and prevent matters which can ultimately impact your reputation and ESG performance. 
Chairperson
Abhilash Panda
Abhilash Panda, Deputy Chief Intergovernmental processes, Interagency cooperation and Partnerships Branch - UNDRR
Speakers
Chris Needham-Bennett
Chris Needham-Bennett, Founder & Managing Director - Needhams 1834
Christopher Wright
Christopher Wright, Founder & Principal Advisor - McGregor Wright