Webinars

Materiality Decoded: Comparing materiality definitions across today’s top sustainability frameworks

Third Economy convened a webinar on how to interpret materiality across leading sustainability regulations, like recent rulings from the SEC and the ESRS, as well as from global standards from the IFRS. Click here for a replay of our video briefing with our experts.

Why CDP? Strategies for Creating a CDP Submission that Actually Increases Scores

Third Economy convened a video briefing on “Why CDP?” to learn from our climate experts on the benefits and challenges of completing a CDP report. We’ll highlight our top tips for leveraging a CDP report and effectively responding to investor and other stakeholder requests.

Investor Activism in 2024: Strategies on how to avoid being targeted and what to do if you are

Third Economy spoke with leading experts on how activists launch campaigns, why investors support them, and what communication strategies companies can use to deflect or defend in an activist situation. Click above for the video replay. 

Understanding the ‘G’ in ESG: Promoting good governance for board reelection and long-term stability

Third Economy participated in a discussion on pragmatic approaches to governance, particularly as it relates to clearly delineating and observing stakeholder rights and responsibilities. Click above for the video replay. 

Advancing the ‘E’ in ESG: Hands-on Strategies for Measuring, Comm- unicating & Achieving your Goals

The push toward net-zero carbon is putting a lot of pressure on corporations to step up ESG performance. But the link between environmental considerations and durable financial performance is not always clear. Join 3E’s Chad Spitler and a panel of experts on Thursday, 3/31 at 1pm ET for a conversation on strengthening the environmental (‘E’) component of your ESG strategies. This webinar is part of a three part series on learning pragmatic approaches to “E”, “S” and “G”.

NACD Climate Continuous Learning Cohort: Climate Risk & Opportunity Assessment

Climate change is shaping a new reality, creating risks and opportunities for businesses in a diverse number of ways.?Boards should ensure that management assesses the short-term, midterm, and long-term materiality of climate-related risks and opportunities for the company on an ongoing basis. Join 3E’s Chad Spitler on Thursday, March 31 at 3:50PM for a discussion on how boards can better understand realistic climate change scenarios, prioritize the concerns of different stakeholder groups, and turn these pressure points into opportunities. Open to NACD members.

IR Magazine Event: Delivering Holistic, Year-Round ESG Communications

Join IR Magazine and 3E’s Chad Spitler on Wednesday, March 23 at for a discussion on creating a comprehensive engagement strategy that effectively communicates the risks and opportunities that are material to businesses today. This panel will cover ESG trends for 2022, proxy season findings, the changing nature of reporting, consolidation of frameworks, SEC disclosure requirements and investor expectations around the depth and frequency of ESG-related communications. Request an invite today for this all day, in-person event in Palo Alto, CA.

The Missing Link: Connecting Climate Science to ESG Reporting

Hear from the one of the world’s leading climate scientists, Dr. Jonathan Overpeck, Dean of the School for the Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan. He explains what climate science is and shares the latest findings from the field. A panel, moderated by our own Chad Spitler, that follows, highlights strategies to initiate and strengthen ESG programs, improve ESG performance, and navigate potential new regulations.

National Association of Corporate Directors: Speaking out on ESG

Chris Clark with NACD Private Company Directorship, interviews Chad Spitler, the Founder and CEO of Third Economy, for their bi-weekly e-publication focused on private company board leadership and governance best practices.

Greener Finance’s Best Friends: ESG Ratings and Technical Standards

While our world has agreed that Green/Sustainable Finance is one of the major tools for climate impact mitigation and adaptation; it’s NOW time for the decade of action to take effect. During this webinar (hosted by TUV), you’ll get a glimpse into practical aspects by expert panelists, including our CEO, Chad Spitler.

IR Magazine’s ESG Integration Forum: Our Response to SEC Letter on Climate Change Disclosures

Third Economy’s responses to the SEC’s recent letter requesting public input on climate change disclosures. Join Chad Spitler, CEO/Founder of Third Economy as a panelist in the Summer 2021 ESG Integration Forum hosted by IR Magazine, titled “Strengthen the Board’s Relationship with ESG”.

IR Magazine’s ESG Integration Forum: The Link Between Disclosure and Activism.

Join Chad Spitler, CEO/Founder of Third Economy as a panelist in the Summer 2021 ESG Integration Forum hosted by IR Magazine, titled “Strengthen the Board’s Relationship with ESG”.

IR Magazine’s ESG Integration Forum: Trends Effecting the Board’s Role in ESG

Join Chad Spitler, CEO/Founder of Third Economy as a panelist in the Summer 2021 ESG Integration Forum hosted by IR Magazine, titled “Strengthen the Board’s Relationship with ESG”.

National Association of Corporate Directors: ESG Stakeholder Communication Strategy

In this webinar, produced by NACD and Broadridge, please join our CEO Chad Spitler and a panel of experts discussing how to develop and oversee an authentic ESG communication strategy.

Nicsa: ESG: Transforming Asset Management and Fund Distribution

On June 2, 2021, Nicsa presented: ESG investing is a leading driver of change within the asset management industry. Join our CEO Chad Spitler on a panel of industry experts for distribution and product insights into one of the fastest growing segments of the fund industry. Sponsored by Broadridge. (Account set-up required to access replay.)

NIRI Los Angeles: How to Create an Award-Winning ESG Program

Join Malin Clark, a Partner with Third Economy, on a panel along with Jean Wood, Macerich Vice President of Investor Relations, and Morgan Chan, Macerich Energy & Sustainability Manager, as they discuss how to create an award-winning ESG program.

Rocky Mountain NIRI: Why Do Investors Care About ESG?

What is sustainability and how does it impact your organization? Learn how investors are reviewing and making decisions based upon corporate sustainability initiatives. Join Chad Spitler, our CEO and founder, and other panelists share their insights and research. (Sponsored by Rocky Mountain NIRI and FEI, Colorado chapter)

Impact Investing VS ESG – VIA3 Ratings V2

Interactive discussion with top-rated fund manager from Calvert Equity Fund CSIEX, Invesco Cleantech ETF PZD and CEO of HIP Investor to learn how these portfolio managers apply the VIA3 capabilities to their selection process.

VIA3 Ratings Launch Webinar

Join us as we celebrate the launch of VIA3, a sustainability ratings system beyond ESG. The first conversation between the Third Economy team, Advisory board, and Portfolio Managers from Impax Asset Management.

Is There a Correlation Between Performance and ESG During a Crisis Period?

Hear from Portfolio Manager’s at Tudor Investment Corporation and Affirmative Investment Management how equity and fixed income portfolios performed post-COVID.

Which Metrics Matter Most When it Comes to Measuring Sustainability?

How does a tax on carbon become a meaningful metric for investors in evaluating risk and opportunity?

Building an Effective ESG Engagement and Disclosure Plan

Third Economy CEO Chad Spitler joins a panel of investor relations pros to discuss practical guidance to approaching ESG engagement and reporting.

How to Engage Shareholders Through Technology

Gain key insights into these rising trends and learn how your company can leverage technology to effectively engage shareholders.

Integrating IR & ESG to Maximize Value: Setting Priorities

INSPIR’s webinar offers insights on how to maximize ESG value from corporate and investment leaders.

How To Get Started On Your ESG Journey

Learn from the CEO of Arena Pharmaceuticals and the GC from Inphi about their ESG journey.

Corporate Resiliency & Human Capital

Hear from MSCI and Taylor Morrison Home Corporation on how these factors affect ESG ratings.

ESG is About Money

NACD opening event discussing the trends in ESG and executive compensation.