May 09 2024 47 mins
🌍 Gracious Growth: A Conversation with Professor Paolo Taticchi
In this episode, Professor Paolo Taticchi, a renowned expert in Strategy and Sustainability sits with Aisha Abdallah and shares invaluable insights into corporate sustainability.
Professor Taticchi explains the shift from traditional CSR paradigms to the contemporary focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors. He draws examples from the transformative journey of energy giant Enel to demonstrate how businesses can navigate towards sustainability, capitalizing on market opportunities while addressing pressing environmental and social concerns. The conversation discusses challenges such as transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources.
He further sheds light on the global momentum propelling sustainability initiatives, driven by market dynamics and innovative business models. Central to the discourse is the concept of "gracious growth," urging companies to prioritize holistic success encompassing financial prosperity and the well-being of stakeholders.
Professor Taticchi offers pragmatic advice for businesses to embed sustainability as a strategic imperative, transcending compliance-driven strategies and embracing the inherent opportunities in sustainable transformation. This thought-provoking exchange unravels the multifaceted dimensions of sustainability and underscores the urgent need for businesses to adapt and flourish in today's rapidly evolving global landscape.
Watch the full interview:https://youtu.be/7Zi4kM09GBw?feature=shared
Listen to the episode here (Available on all podcast platforms @ALN Academy):https://www.buzzsprout.com/1739846/15032299
🎙️ Speakers:
- Professor Paolo Taticchi: Professor in Strategy and Sustainability & School Deputy Director, UCL School of Management
- Aisha Abdallah: Director, ALN Academy