Masterclass
Free for members;7 Mar 2024
11:00 am ‐ 12:00 pm SGT / HKT • 02:00 pm ‐ 03:00 pm AEDT
Online via Zoom
Do you ever wonder how you can balance profitability with sustainability as a small business owner? It’s not easy. This Masterclass is going to show you how to navigate and create a business based on sustainable practices, but also allow you to ensure you are making a profit.
Discover core principles of sustainable governance, worker well-being, community engagement, environmental stewardship, and customer impact. But here’s the twist – this isn’t just theory. We’re handing you adaptable, practical strategies that suit businesses of every size. From crafting positive community impacts to employee policies, we’re rewriting the playbook. Say goodbye to business as usual; this is your ticket to a dynamic, sustainable future where every small business makes an impact. Buckle up for a journey where success and sustainability go hand in hand!
Key Takeaways
– Understand the core universal sustainability principles
– Practical implementation ideas for small business
– Community-centric and environmentally conscious practices
– How to build trust and loyalty through responsible business practices
– Recognise that sustainability is a continuous journey
About the speaker: Jen Gearing
Jen Gearing is a dedicated advocate for conscious consumerism, leveraging her extensive background in change management, project management, and sustainability to drive positive transformations within businesses. With experience in both Australia and South East Asia, Jen has navigated the dynamics of small and global-sized companies.
Having spent numerous years in the corporate sector, her focus has shifted towards collaborating with community-driven businesses. She specialises in coordinating programs aimed at reducing single-use plastics, coaching businesses to optimise energy consumption (thus saving costs), and guiding organisations towards sustainable practices, anchored in the B Corp framework.
Jen holds a Master of Business in Sports Management and is a LEED Green Associate and B Consultant, and working towards a Diploma in Sustainable Operations. These qualifications underscore her commitment to fostering sustainable practices in every facet of business. Jen firmly believes in the power of communities to uplift one another and is dedicated to making a meaningful impact.
When she’s not immersed in helping businesses achieve their sustainability goals, you can find her navigating the running trails of the Sunshine Coast in Australia or attempting to find balance on her surfboard.