ESG & SUSTAINABILITY MAIN STAGE

10 April



07:30 - 08:40

Registration & Morning Coffee

08:45- 08:50

Conference Opening 

Casper Haring CEO European Conferences United

08:50 - 10:40

ESTABLISHING ESG FOUNDATIONS: FROM ENERGY TO ECOLOGY

08:50 - 09:30

Integrating ESG into Retail: A Holistic Approach

  • Assessing the comprehensive impact of ESG on retail sustainability.
  • Exploring the role of digital technologies in enhancing ESG initiatives.
  • Overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities in ESG integration.

Moderator:

Joanna Kwiczor Client Engagement Director NIELSENIQ

Panelists:

Bartosz Woźnicki Vice President of Sales and Marketing CLOVIN
Jacek Płaza Leader Circular Economy DECATHLON POLSKA
Marcin  Pisarski Team Technology Solution Delivery, Partner EY
Maciej Ptaszyński Chairman of the Board POLSKA IZBA HANDLU
Sebastian Tołwiński Corporate Affairs & Communications Director Central & South-Eastern Europe UPFIELD
Rafał Rudzki Sustainability Director ŻABKA

09:30 - 9:50

Deposit return system in Poland: Unveiling advantages beyond duties

  • Preparatory phase for the deposit return system (DRS) implementation is in full swing, emphasizing seamless execution
  • Consumer survey highlights strong demand for simplicity and automation in deposit systems, guiding our approach
  • Collaboration with local retailers yields invaluable insights, shaping strategies and fostering market-wide alignment for DRS success in Poland

Roman Postl VP, Head of Business unit East Central Europe, TOMRA COLLECTION


9:50 - 10:10

Energy in the retail sector -  reduce / optimise / decarbonise

  • How can you reduce the costs of energy in retail business?
  • What are the areas to optimise your costs of electricity purchase & going green?
  • Which of the decarbonisation initiatives can bring you value?

Jan Biernacki Director PwC Polska

10:10 - 10:40

Global ESG Standards: Local Actions, Global Impact

  • Discussing the harmonization of local ESG efforts to set global standards.
  • Exploring the balance between global sustainability goals and local operational challenges.
  • Aligning diverse ESG initiatives within a unified regulatory framework.

Moderator:
Ewelina Łukasik-Morawska ESG Manager PwC Polska
Panelists:

Jacek Klimek Country Manager BRIPOX
Teresa Aldea Sustainability Manager CARLSBERG
Kinga Flis Environmental Protection Manager LIPCO FOODS
Agata Zgódka Head of Quality Management and Sustainability MAKRO CASH AND CARRY POLSKA
Robert Moreń Corporate Affairs Director MARS

10:40 - 11:00

Business networking over Coffee

11:00 - 13:00

TRANSFORMING OPERATIONS: ESG AS A COMPETITIVE LEVER

11:00 - 11:40

ESG-Driven Growth Models: Redefining Profitability

  • Delving into the transformative role of ESG in retail and FMCG profitability.
  • Exploring the return on investment from ESG initiatives.
  • Innovating revenue models through ESG integration.

Moderator:
Tomasz Michalak ESG Reporting Expert Director EY
Panelists:
Teresa Sienkiewicz Finance & Administration Director ACQUA MINARALE SAN BENEDETTO GROUP - POLSKA WODA
Andrzej Szumowski President of the Association's Management Board POLSKA WÓDKA
Maciej Włodarczyk
CEO IGLOTEX
Rafayel Asatryan General Manager SERPOL COSMETICS

Kamil Pieniak  Premium Spirits & Beer Business Director Poland & Baltics, Board Member COCA-COLA HBC POLSKA

11:40 - 12:00

How to Modernize Packaging Portfolio and Why Now is the Best Time

  • What currently influences the packaging market in the food industry?
  • The most desired packaging features from the perspectives of consumers and manufacturers
  • Modern and environmentally sustainable packaging as a way to gain a competitive edge

Wojciech Tatar Tetra Recart Manager TETRAPAK


12:00 - 12:20

Sustainable production of certified food – meat industry

  • Sustainable production in the meat industry.
  • The role of certification systems in confirming product quality.
  • Requirements for manufacturers in the certification process.

Joanna Małgorzewicz Commercial Director GOODVALLEY

 12:20 - 13:00

ESG in Risk Management: Enhancing Corporate Resilience

  • Strengthening ESG frameworks for effective risk management.
  • The critical role of ESG in governance and regulatory compliance.
  • Case studies: Businesses succeeding through ESG adherence.

Moderator:
Dariusz Kryczka Senior Manager EY Law, Energy and Climate Expert EY LAW
Panelists:
Radomir Sobczak Managing director ALPINUS
Joanna Adamiak QEHS and BCP Director AVON INTERNATIONAL
Magdalena Sułek-Domańska Director of Sustainable Development and External Relations GLOBAL COSMED
Anna Latoszek Finance & IS/IT Director SAVENCIA FROMAGE & DAIRY POLAND (MLECZARNIA TUREK)
Grzegorz Brodziak Chairman of the Board GOODVALLEY AGRO

13:00 - 14:00

Lunch

14:00 - 16:00

BROADENING ESG HORIZONS: PIONEERING SUSTAINABLE RETAIL AND FMCG PRACTICES

14:00 - 14:30

Beyond Compliance: ESG Leadership and Innovation

  • Highlighting companies setting new standards in ESG.
  • Understanding the drivers behind top ESG practices.
  • Impact of leading ESG initiatives on the retail and FMCG industry.

Moderator:

Joanna Plaisant Strategic Partnership and Sustainability Director | ESG Lead ARCADIS
Panelists:
Monika Michalska Senior ESG Expert AYMING
Paulina Kaczmarek
Head of Sustainability DANONE
Jacek Czarnecki Head of the Food Legislation and Scientific Relations department NESTLE POLSKA I BALTICS
Mirosław Proppé CEO WWF

14:30 - 14:50

Financing ESG Innovation: Trends and Impacts

  • Examining the influence of financial markets on ESG innovation.
  • Debating the effectiveness of financial tools in fostering sustainable technology.
  • Unveiling emerging trends in ESG investment.

Robert Moreń Corporate Affairs Director MARS

14:50 - 15:20

Sustainability Awards
Leadership in Action: Shaping the Future of Sustainability

  • An interactive panel with winners from the Sustainable Leadership and Excellence Category, highlighting how visionary leadership and corporate culture drive sustainable industry standards.

15:20 - 16:00

Consumer-Centric ESG Strategies: Adapting to Market Shifts

  • Analyzing how consumer trends shape ESG initiatives.
  • Adjusting business models for increased consumer sustainability awareness.
  • Effective methods for engaging consumers in ESG efforts.

Moderator:

Monika Porębska Representative for Sustainable Development and Responsible Business CEMENTOWNIA WARTA

Panelists:

Barbara Bielaś Private Brand Development Manager BEWA
Jacek Hutyra Chief ESG Officer LEROY MERLIN POLSKA
Jarosław Chwastowicz Business Services Director LYRECO
Carolina Halladin Managing Director MISS TI UNIVERSE
Agata Zgódka Head of Quality Management and Sustainability MAKRO CASH AND CARRY POLSKA