Join Fast Company Editor in Chief Brendan Vaughan and journalist James Surowiecki, author of the provocative cover story “How ‘Business for Good’ Went Bad”, for a live virtual discussion unpacking one of the most consequential business movements of the 21st century—and where it goes from here. They’ll be joined by Paul Rice, founding CEO of Fair Trade USA and a pioneer in stakeholder capitalism, for a multifaceted conversation on what purpose-driven business looks like in this new era.
In this exclusive session for Impact Council members, we’ll explore:
- Why stakeholder capitalism rose so quickly—and fell just as fast
- What the backlash to ESG and DEI reveals about shifting public sentiment
- How leading companies are adapting to new political and consumer realities
- Whether mission-driven businesses can still thrive in this next era of capitalism
We look forward to a dynamic, group conversation.
We want to hear from you. How is your organization navigating the evolving expectations around purpose, sustainability, and social impact? What trade-offs, tensions, or new strategies are emerging in your world? Come ready to share your perspective with fellow members.
Tuesday, August 19 1-2 p.m. ET
Live Virtual Session – Members Only