GBCC Sustainable Business Series – Going Green

The Event

Research from the British Chambers of Commerce shows how 40% of companies don’t know any details about the UK’s Net Zero target. The UK target of achieving Net Zero by 2050 is fast approaching, it is vital that businesses look to understand the impact of this legislation on their organisation and the importance of implementing environmental measures.

This event is dedicated to exploring the pivotal role of employee empowerment in combating climate change. This event will delve into the imperative for organisations to mobilise their workforce towards sustainable practices and environmental stewardship and will offer a comprehensive examination of internal practices adopted by various organisations, with a particular focus on the challenges encountered by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Through insightful discussions and real-world case studies, attendees will gain invaluable insights into fostering a culture of environmental responsibility within their own organisations.

Delegates should attend this event to:

• Understand the significance of engaging employees in Net Zero initiatives and sustainability efforts.
• Learn from the experiences of businesses that have successfully implemented eco-friendly measures, gaining a deeper understanding of the tangible impacts of such initiatives.
• Acquire practical strategies and tools for cultivating a greener organisational culture, empowering employees to become active agents of change in the fight against climate change.

This event is part of the 2024/25 Sustainable Business Series campaign. The Sustainable Business Series is the Chamber’s flagship campaign on environmental sustainability, supporting businesses in their transition to Net Zero, through the sharing of best practice, guidance and insight on a range of issues associated with achieving Net Zero.

Speakers

Anna Bright

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, SUSTAINABILITY WEST MIDLANDS

Anna has been working with organisations to improve their sustainability for over 20 years and has a private sector background in water, waste and wastewater management. As Chief Executive at Sustainability West Midlands she has worked with businesses, universities, colleges, local authorities, the health sector and the West Midlands Combined Authority to help shape the way that they mitigate and adapt for climate change. Anna is on the board of the Midlands Net Zero Hub, the Midlands Engine Green Growth Board and she is a Trustee for the Birmingham and Black Country Wildlife Trust.

Angela Burns

Angela is Group Chief Executive of the Webb Hotel Group, a family owned and run business which comprises 4 hotels and a village pub. The company was founded by her father, Michael Webb, who purchased Moor Hall Hotel in 1961. The Group employs around 350 staff with a turnover of £12m.

Angela also sits on, and is a past chairman of, the Board of Best Western Hotel Group, a consortium of over 250 privately owned hotels in the UK. The consortium provides marketing, sales and revenue support to its members.

Outside of work, Angela is heavily committed to Scouting and has been involved in her local Group, the wider District and Staffordshire County, for almost 40 years. She also serves as a director with a multi academy school trust.