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Our Carbon Impact Report with Greenly | Certified B Corp 🌍 For the second year, we’ve measured our carbon emissions with Greenly using ADEME’s methodology. While it’s not required for a company of our size, Laure, Camille, Thibaud, Pauline, and Mélanie have led this initiative as part of our commitment to transparency and sustainability. We are proud to have earned the Silver Medal! 🥈 Ranking us in the top 15%. We assess our carbon footprint in two ways: 💰 Monetary: Emissions tied to company expenses. 🕺🏻 Physical: More precise, calculating actual emissions from activities. Our biggest emissions come from suppliers (tech, cloud storage), but the ultimate goal of this work is to reduce our emissions—and the first step is measuring them! Now, we can continue our efforts to lower them. 🌿 If you’d like to learn more about us and our commitments, check out our latest impact report here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e3J6Vcnr Thanks again Greenly France | Certifiée B Corp 💚

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🌟 I’m thrilled to join forces with François DEQUENNE and Jean-Louis Davoise to create ESG Interim Management. Together, we bring a unique blend of expertise and experience that makes our team stand out. Each of us contributes complementary skills and deep knowledge in ESG and sustainability, allowing us to offer businesses a powerful, hands-on approach to their transformation.   SMEs, facing new ESG demands and unsure where to begin? We've got you covered. As ESG experts, we step in as interim managers to build a solid foundation for your sustainability strategy—integrating it seamlessly into every aspect of your business: strategy, operations, procurement, finance, and risk management.   Why choose us ? 🌍Immediate impact, full flexibility: Expert managers on demand to transform your processes - no need to grow your headcount. 🌍Tailored solutions: We design your ESG strategy and equip you to thrive independently. 🌍Beyond compliance: We turn sustainability into your competitive edge with a comprehensive, 360° approach. 🌍Skills that stick: Our tools and expertise become yours, embedding ESG into your company’s DNA.   🚀 Ready to make ESG a powerhouse for performance? Please visit our website www.esgim.eu and let’s talk! Florence Bosco Jean-Pol Boone Frédéric Chomé Raphael Thys Alain Moreau Benoit Quittre Pascal Vermeulen Jean Baisier Axel Kupisiewicz Didier Tshidimba Laurent Bouty Pascal Léglise Olivier Van Cauwelaert Bernard Escoyez Esteban Baez Heller Magali Frankl Thibaut De Vylder Thibaut Georgin Philippe Grandelet Thomas Vincotte Benoît Minet Benoît Mommens Fabian de Bilderling Fabian Vervier Stéphane Depaepe Stephane De Mesmaeker François Bouchat

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📢 Great news for French environment of listed Small and Mid-cap companies! 💶   The Groupe Caisse des Dépôts has announced a major new initiative: a €500 million investment to support 25 funds focusing on listed small and mid-cap companies. Through its subsidiary CDC Croissance, they are launching the fund of funds Selection PME, aimed at backing an asset class that has faced significant challenges recently.   👉 The goal? Strengthen capital access for mid-cap companies and provide a long-term financing perspective, even amidst economic uncertainties.   This is fantastic news for the entrepreneurial ecosystem, sending a strong message: confidence and commitment to the future of French businesses. 💪📈   Aude Contamin Aude de Lardemelle Euronext #Investment #SmallCaps #MidCaps #CaisseDesDépôts #Growth #Finance

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Amidst global uncertainty, the EU faces a productivity crisis. As Mario Draghi highlighted, US productivity is now 20% higher than the EU's, and our share of global GDP is shrinking. 📉 The new EU mandate has a crucial task: revitalize Europe's competitiveness. One promising path is AI-driven innovation. AI could add €1.2 trillion to our economy and bring widespread benefits, but we need to adapt. 💡 Let's not miss out on this opportunity. The EU has the potential to be a global leader in AI, driving competitiveness and creating a brighter future for all Europeans. 🚀 Read more about Google's approach to rebuild competitiveness in Europe, alongside innovation with AI in the op ed by Matt Brittin published in L'Echo.

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Freshwater may seem abundant, but the competition for clean, drinkable water is intensifying. At Candriam, we are championing innovative water solutions and helping people invest in water security. Don’t miss the valuable insights in our latest white paper. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eRsNVZt2 #candriam #investing4tomorrow

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Carrying the flag of peace is our Responsibility 🌟 We all know that Education of our children 📖🎓is the cornerstone of 🌍Global 🕊️Peace and a better world🌟 Today, I had the chance to celebrate 💯 Years of Ecolint, The international Scool of Geneva, founded in 1924 on the ashes of WW II with the mission to be : A School for Peace, Diversity, and Excellence based on Rousseau principles of putting the child in the center (and not the authoritative figure of the Master) As a parent of three children who have all attended Ecolint, this milestone holds a special place in my heart. The founders of Ecolint had a clear vision – to build a school for peace, one where students from diverse backgrounds could come together and learn from one another, speak multiple languages to understand each other culture and thinking. This mission resonates deeply with me, as I’ve seen firsthand how Ecolint nurtures open-minded, compassionate, and curious individuals ready to make a positive impact on the world. When we see in the world conflicts and wars between people who essentially are neighbors, cousins and humans perverted by nationalism and ideologies - it is time to recognize the importance of educating for peace … every day… every child in all languages possible. So today, we need to remind always that there is another way, the way of peace. Today, i am privileged to live in a place of peace… but I want to carry this flag for peace and celebrate 100 years higher because the world needs it. Here’s to 100 years of educating for peace, embracing diversity, for a better world and striving for excellence – and to many more! 🌍✨ #Ecolint100 #GlobalCitizenship #PeaceEducation #Diversity #AcademicExcellence

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🎙 "In the future, the profitability of an investment will have to be assessed in terms of its impact on carbon, biodiversity and human beings, particularly the most vulnerable." Our founding partner Laurence Mehaignerie was interviewed by ID L'info Durable, to share her beliefs and analysis of our ecosystem. In a nutshell, here are her talking points: 💹 Impact investing and its measurement, thanks to Citizen's 15 years of experience, 🤝The Impact Bonds Contracts, following the 9 investments of our CIS fund, 🌿 The capacity to reach both financial and impact performances, 🩺Suggestions to prevent the financialisation of healthcare 💸 The responsibility of finance in building a desirable world Infinite thanks to ID, for your precise questions and will to put the light on other ways to do finance, The article is here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eUpNXv_s

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🗞 TriparTips #1 - How to create a second-hand marketplace in four steps Due to decreasing purchasing power, and a growing sense of eco-responsibility, the second-hand industry has gained many passionate entrepreneurs and is attracting numerous brands. 💡 In the latest edition of our annual study, the market is estimated at over $128 billion worldwide, with a forecast of $346 billion in 2028! While creating a second-hand marketplace is a value-creating project for brands, it is also demanding, requiring careful planning in its conception and rigour in its implementation. 👉 Do you want to create your own platform? Tripartie AI shows you the steps to follow. Discover the full article by clicking on the link below 🔽 💌 To meet the team at Vivatech: HALL 1 / BOOTH J37 tomorrow between 9am and 6pm.

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Passionate about sustainability and urban innovation? Join me in reading Candriam latest article, "Future Mobility: On the road to a more sustainable world!" Let's uncover the possibilities for a greener future together. ⚠️ This content is for the professional investor only #candriam #investing4tomorrow

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🌍 “Accounting is not attractive for younger generations” – A key topic at the TGS International ESG Conference in Nice, France 🇫🇷 Last week, I had the privilege of speaking at TGS’s conference at the iconic Negresco Hotel in Nice—a venue with a deep connection to our roots, as it was founded over 100 years ago by the Romanian visionary Henri Negrescu. 🇷🇴 One of the major challenges highlighted during the event was the difficulty in attracting younger professionals to traditionally rigid industries like Audit, Tax, Legal, and Advisory. My advice? Develop strong ESG services to give employees a deeper sense of purpose in their work. I’m living proof of this—while I could have pursued a traditional consulting career, my passion has always been about contributing to a more sustainable future. In addition to attracting talented younger generations, ESG will also help your firm in attracting new clients. This applies both to professional services firms offering ESG to their clients and to reporting clients investing in ESG to build trust and attract more clients locally and especially abroad. It was a pleasure engaging in concrete business discussions, including in Spanish, with incredible representatives from countries like México, Chile, Peru, Spain, Poland, Belgium, Singapore, Malaysia, and Costa Rica. Each brought fresh insights on how ESG is reshaping industries in their regions, proving that sustainable transformation is truly a global movement. 🌍 For those of us in the audit, consulting, and legal sectors, this is our moment to lead. By delivering expert ESG services, we can empower businesses to embrace this transformation strategically and confidently. 🤝 Together, let's commit business to ecology! 🌱 #ESG #GlobalBusiness #SustainableBusiness

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📆 [#AmundiWIF] The day has come and the Amundi World Investment Forum has started with the opening speech of the CEO, Valérie Baudson. Hundreds of people are attending the two days event devoted to understanding the trends and the forces that are moving the world of today and tomorrow. Stay tuned! #assetmanagement #investments

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A friend in my LinkedIn network shared today an interesting article from HBR, that really caught my attention and inspired me to write this post. Thank you, Clement Chan كليمنت تشان 陳智禮! https://lnkd.in/dDMdv32h To be honest, I've heard about the idea of ‘fractional CXOs’ a few weeks ago only. While I found it extremely exciting, it made me very curious to learn more and inspired me to write this post. Managing costs with fractional CXOs In the current business environment, organizations are constantly seeking innovative ways to drive growth while managing costs effectively. The concept of hiring fractional CXOs has gained significant traction, as the HBR article highlights through a simple LinkedIn analysis of the number of fractional leaders' profiles in 2024 versus 2022. These part-time senior executives offer a unique blend of expertise, flexibility, and cost-efficiency that can be particularly beneficial for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups. In my view, one of the biggest advantages of engaging fractional CXOs is cost management. Startups and SMEs might struggle to afford full-time senior executives due to their limited financial resources. By hiring fractional leaders, these organizations could benefit from the expertise of experienced professionals at a fraction of the cost. This model allows them to allocate resources more efficiently and focus on strategic growth areas without overextending their budgets. Enhancing diversity through fractional leadership I also believe that, beyond cost management, fractional CXOs can play a pivotal role in enhancing diversity within leadership teams. The flexibility of fractional roles can attract a broader pool of candidates, including those who may not be able to commit to a full-time position due to personal or professional reasons. This includes women, individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, and those with unique career paths. By offering fractional roles, organizations can tap into a diverse talent pool, bringing varied perspectives and experiences to the table. This diversity can lead to more innovative solutions and better decision-making, ultimately driving business success. I see the rise of fractional CXOs representing a paradigm shift in how organizations approach senior leadership. By leveraging the expertise of part-time executives, businesses can manage costs more effectively while also fostering greater diversity within their leadership teams. This approach not only provides financial and strategic benefits but also enriches the organizational culture with a wide range of perspectives and experiences. What are your thoughts on this new approach to leadership? Have you considered or experienced working with fractional CXOs in your organization? #Leadership #Fractionalroles #Businessgrowth #Seniortalent #HR #Diversity #Innovation #Costmanagement

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Very interesting exchanges at the AM prospective morning on the challenges of distributing ESG funds and on the how regulatory developments could help ensure sustainable finance remains attractive, meets the expectations of investors, and finances companies in transition. #sustainablefinance #ESG

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🔉 After this inspiring edition of the "Giverny de la Gouvernance" organized last week by the Cercle de Giverny in Paris, let's remember that the governance will anchor, guide and steer the sustainability strategy of companies only if it is well established at ALL levels of an organization without exception.   👉 🗓 Each governance body has its role to play and Sustainability must be on the agenda of each of them several times a year to make this strategic vision operational: ✨Board of Directors, Supervisory Board, ✨Committees (Audit & Risks, Nomination & Remuneration, Sustainability), ✨Advisory Boards, ✨Executive committee, ✨Internal Sustainability Steering Committee, ✨Internal Functional meetings (Strategy, Operations, Purchasing, Marketing, R&D, Innovation, Legal, Communication, Human Resources, etc.) and ✨Committed groups of employees (whether they are called Sustainability Ambassadors, Sustainability Champions, Sustainability Tribes...)   🎯 The complementarity of all such governance bodies will create the by-in for a sustainable vision and strategy, the courageous co-responsibility in the actions and the collaborative development of competences for success!   🙏 I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who participate to the Bridgepoint Sustainability Committee as NEDs (Dame Carolyn McCall and Angeles Garcia-Poveda) for their supportive and challenging vision.   👏 Thanks to all those who play the key role of "Sustainability Board Member"- systematically appointed in the first 6 months within Bridgepoint’s portfolio companies and could be NEDs, Members of the Executive Committee or Bridgepoint representatives. I’m very gratefull to work and collaborate with them all to create more sustainable value creation for their companies and their stakeholders - See some inspiring leaders' names in comments.

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Discover the insights of François Xavier GENNETAIS, our CEO, on the importance of ESG investing, highlighting that ESG is essential for the future and not just a trend. 👉 Read the full article to learn more : https://lnkd.in/edUNNmPP #ESG #sustainability #responsiblefinance #esginvesting

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Our food system is broken. So... someone needs to fix it. Proud to be working with Anne-Cathrine Hutz (Preißer), Thibault Godard, Mazen Rizk, and the entire Infinite Roots® team to enhance our food system using biotechnology. Through innovative fermentation processes, they are crafting nutritious, palatable, and eco-friendly food options. Infinite Roots’ method is not only rapid and efficient but also dramatically reduces environmental impact — producing food in days, cutting CO2 emissions by 35 times, and slashing water usage by 215 times compared to traditional beef production. Imagine the impact: replacing just one beef steak with a mycelium steak in Germany could equate to removing over 200,000 cars from the roads. Infinite Roots is opening up a universe of sustainable nutrition and demonstrating that smart innovation can lead to tangible environmental benefits and a healthier planet.

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Double Materiality requires a genuine understanding of how the company impacts🌳and is/could be impacted💲by ESG issues. With topics ranging from Climate Change Mitigation to Working conditions in the value chain, and a large array of activities, how hard can that be ? Answer below 👇 Karim Mebarki Mathilde du Parc Esther Nicolas Camille Maertens de Noordhout Hippolyte Langellier-Bellevue #doublemateriality #csrd #sustainability #esg

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