Sponsored by Buro Happold
There’s a lot of conversation about the environment and sustainability in the news and a lot of jargon that also comes with it. What does Net Zero mean? What is Carbon and how do we emit it? What effect does global warming have on your business? What is the benefit of solar panels?
This panel aims to break down what it means to be sustainable and how you can help your business be better for the environment. Make sure you have your questions at the ready, no question is too silly to ask of our panel of experts!
Too nervous to ask a question? You can submit your question anonymously here.
Speakers
Franco Bonadio
Founder and Creative Director of FB&Co
Franco has held senior leadership roles for creative agencies and businesses both in the UK and internationally. He has directed brand &
communications and innovation programs for many global organisations including: Nike, The Body Shop, Gucci, Fatface, Philips, Google and Citibank.
He recently completed a 2 year collaboration with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) on a Climate Change Communication assignment and today he leads his own practice advising businesses with their brand and communications.
Franco gives lectures at Bath Spa University, moderates citizen panels at live events and leads creativity workshops. He is also a founding partner of The Art of Pasta at The Pasta Laboratory in Bath. In collaboration with Chef Frederico Uliana they run Pasta making and Art & design workshops.
Daniel Hanna
Cost, Procurement and Carbon Solutions Specialist at Auditel
Born and bred in Bath, Daniel is a Partner in the Auditel network of over 120 UK-based Cost, Procurement and Carbon Solutions Specialists that helps organisations understand, measure and reduce their carbon emissions in a meaningful and potentially self-funded way. Working with clients across all industry sectors, Auditel consultants deliver expert guidance and resources to help organisations on their journey through Carbon Neutrality to the long term goal of Net Zero.
Michael Musgrave
General Manager of The Apex City of Bath and Bath BID Board Director
Michael has been General Manager at the Apex City of Bath since August 2018 and guided the hotel and conference centre through a period of sustained growth. Originally from Northern Ireland, Michael has worked in hospitality throughout the UK & Ireland, working with brands such as The Doyle Collection; Hotel du Vin and IHG. Michael’s passion for hospitality started at a young age as a banqueting waiter in his hometown. He reached the rank of General Manager in London in 2009. Throughout his time in hospitality, a huge part of Michael’s day-to-day role has been managing and leading teams, from recruitment to training and development. Having an interest in who may join his wider team, Michael does like to get involved in meeting prospective candidates and being part of engagement events outside the hotel by attending job fairs; building relationships with local charitable partners and local colleges in the city of Bath.
“It is great to be part of the Bath Business Conference and showcase how the City is a great place to work and share what opportunities that can be afforded for all in the City and further afield. The opportunity to network with the various sectors and build relationships is key to ensure the City of Bath is a place to invest for future prosperity for all!” – Michael Musgrave
Jo Lord
Founder of Byen and Co-Host of People, Planet Pint
Jo Lord set up byen ltd in 2020 to be an invaluable additional resource for Founders to achieve their sustainability goals.
With a breadth of ability gained through 25+ years’ experience in finance, project management, operations, human resources, and relationship building, she helps to embed ESG strategy into the framework of business culture.
As a B Corp advocate, Jo loves utilising their impact assessment to build a framework for a sustainable future. To date, she has supported over 30 companies navigate the assessment, 5 are now B Corps, and several are sitting in the queue!
Philippa Garnett
Associate Director, Sustainability & Physics at Buro Happold
Philippa has worked for Buro Happold in Bath for 14 years as a sustainability advisor in the construction industry. Recently she has been working with clients with large portfolios of buildings to help support them in the implementation of their ESG and Net Zero Carbon Strategies. Buro Happold was founded in Bath and has been around for over 45 years helping to deliver creative, value-led solutions for the benefit of people places and planet.
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Part of the Bath Business Conference 2024
The Bath Business Conference brings businesses together to discuss topics that are important to them. 2024 is the third year of the conference and we are pleased to share that there will be more intelligent conversation, discussion and fun to be had!
