In this interactive session, Filippo will tell his story of growing a career in sustainability and data analytics. He will explain the meaning of sustainability, what is ESG, how is it shaping the business world, and how companies are using data to better understand ESG risk in supply chains. Join us in this conversation with Filippo to find out how you can get into a sustainability career, the attributes companies are looking for in graduates, and how you can prepare for the future of this growing field.

About the Facilitator:

Mr Filippo Sebastio is the Manager of ESG Methodology Specialist at S&P Global, working on data solutions and analysis to assess sustainability performance, risk and characteristics operations and financial portfolios. Before joining S&P, he was Head of Analytics at ELEVATE, an ESG consulting firm, developing data-based solutions for retailers, brands, and buyers to help them assess the ESG risk in their supply chain. Filippo holds an MSc in International Trade, Finance, and Development from the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics and an MSc and BA in Development Studies from the University of Bologna.

Registration: https://hkuems1.hku.hk/hkuems/ec_hdetail.aspx?ueid=84887

Open to all HKU students and staff