These sessions take place on Wednesday at 14:45-15:30 and are repeated on Thursday at 15:35-16:20

You may select up to two sessions, one session per time slot. If you wish to attend submit your choices below:

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* SESSION B - THE IMPORTANCE OF THE FINANCIAL MATERIALITY OF ESG
Attendees will learn about and discuss: 
• How the financial materiality of ESG factors, and better data, has created a business case for responsible investment rather than just a value-oriented one
• How ESG research findings can help investors better assess a company’s financial performance and create a pathway to engagement through proxy voting and direct dialogue
• The importance of incorporating responsible investment strategies into pension funds, whilst meeting core performance and diversification goals
Anthony Eames, Vice President, Director of Responsible Investment Strategy, Calvert
This session is suited to trustees of all levels of experience.

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* SESSION C - DEVELOPING THE NEXT LEVEL OF PORTFOLIO CONSTRUCTION
Attendees will learn about and discuss:
• The factors that impact portfolio construction, including managing liabilities, end game planning, building for growth or income and aligning to new regulations
• How technology and implementation models can help to manage risk and drive cost efficiency
• Embedding a sustainable framework into portfolio construction
Simon Partridge , Managing Director, Head of Fiduciary Management, BlackRock
Alex Pollak, Head of Clients within BlackRock's UK OCIO business, BlackRock

This session is best suited to trustees who have a high, or a moderate to high level of experience.

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