Alicia (Newn) van Wyk’s Post

📢 Exciting news! Lamington Group is thrilled to announce the release of our inaugural ESG Report, covering the calendar year of 2022! We're proud to showcase our commitment to sustainability and transparency in the hospitality industry. Our report covers all areas of our operations and highlights our journey towards achieving net zero emissions. At Lamington Group, we believe in leading by example, which is why we voluntarily undertook this initiative to share our progress and initiatives with our stakeholders. We recognise the importance of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and strong governance practices in driving long-term value creation. Key highlights from our report include: 💡 Detailed insights into our net zero strategy and its implementation across our properties 💡 Initiatives aimed at reducing our environmental footprint such as energy efficiency measures 💡 Social initiatives focused on community engagement, employee well-being, and diversity, equity & inclusion 💡 Governance practices that ensure accountability, ethics, and transparency throughout our organisation. We're immensely proud of the efforts put forth by our team and the positive impact we're making on the world around us. This report is just the beginning of our journey towards a more sustainable future, and we're excited to continue driving positive change in the hospitality industry. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this milestone achievement! Together, we're shaping a better tomorrow for generations to come. View the report here: https://lnkd.in/eapBW7SB #ESG #EarthDay #Sustainability

🌍 Exciting news! Lamington Group, our parent company, is thrilled to announce the release of our inaugural ESG Report, covering the calendar year of 2022! We're proud to showcase our commitment to sustainability and transparency in the hospitality industry. Our report covers all areas of our operations and highlights our journey towards achieving net zero emissions. We believe in leading by example, which is why we voluntarily undertook this initiative to share our progress and initiatives with our stakeholders. We recognise the importance of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and strong governance practices in driving long-term value creation. Key highlights from our report include: 💡 Detailed insights into our net zero strategy and its implementation across our properties 💡 Initiatives aimed at reducing our environmental footprint such as energy efficiency measures 💡 Social initiatives focused on community engagement, employee well-being, and diversity, equity & inclusion 💡 Governance practices that ensure accountability, ethics, and transparency throughout our organisation. We're immensely proud of the efforts put forth by our team and the positive impact we're making on the world around us. This report is just the beginning of our journey towards a more sustainable future, and we're excited to continue driving positive change in the hospitality industry. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this milestone achievement! Together, we're shaping a better tomorrow for generations to come. View the report here: https://lnkd.in/eapBW7SB #ESG #EarthDay #Sustainability

It was a real privilege yesterday to chair, in partnership with Harry Friend and Hedley May, a webinar on the rise of the Chief Sustainability Officer, with expert contributions from Jaclyn Kaminski-Beneche, Illana Adamson and Rob Colmer. We covered a huge amount of ground on how to make the CSO role and sustainability functions work well. Here were my key outtakes: Start with clarity on objectives - how you set up a sustainability function should be driven by clarity on its role(s) within the business; Buy-in from the top - success disproportionately rests on sponsorship from the senior team, ideally the CEO, and a properly engaged and informed board;   Relationship building is key - sustainability and technical expertise matters, but our experts found that the most important skills a CSO must deploy are those needed to artfully collaborate and build coalitions across functions and with key stakeholders outside of the business; and, The role is broad - setting strategy, working with stakeholders, holding the organisation to account for delivery, compliance and reporting...the CSO must be able to wear lots of hats and spins lots of plates (I mean metaphorically...). The role requires real resilience and the ability to recognise that one person can't do and know it all - lean on experts and partners within and outside of your organisation. With the right objectives, a thoughtful approach to how to build and support the sustainability function, and sustainability leadership with a broad range of technical and 'soft' skills, we can build resilient organisations fit for a net zero, biodiversity and people positive future. 

As companies ramp up their sustainability efforts, the role of Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) has never been more pivotal. But with this responsibility comes complexity: blending environmental stewardship, profitability, and corporate responsibility. The first 100 days in this role can set the CSO up for success, and that’s why having a structured plan is key. Key Actions for New CSOs: • Understand the CEO’s sustainability vision – Align your role with the CEO’s goals. • Assess the baseline – Get a clear view of the current sustainability state in your organization. • Build internal & external relationships – Engage stakeholders and build strong networks. • Set clear priorities – Focus on 3-5 flagship initiatives that drive real change. • Kickstart with quick wins – Build momentum with easy, impactful actions that showcase results. The first 100 days aren’t just about getting settled—they’re about shaping a sustainability strategy that leads to lasting impact. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gcGPr-3M #Sustainability #BusinessTransformation #ClimateAction

As companies ramp up their sustainability efforts, the role of Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) has never been more pivotal. But with this responsibility comes complexity: blending environmental stewardship, profitability, and corporate responsibility. The first 100 days in this role can set the CSO up for success, and that’s why having a structured plan is key. Key Actions for New CSOs: • Understand the CEO’s sustainability vision – Align your role with the CEO’s goals. • Assess the baseline – Get a clear view of the current sustainability state in your organization. • Build internal & external relationships – Engage stakeholders and build strong networks. • Set clear priorities – Focus on 3-5 flagship initiatives that drive real change. • Kickstart with quick wins – Build momentum with easy, impactful actions that showcase results. The first 100 days aren’t just about getting settled—they’re about shaping a sustainability strategy that leads to lasting impact. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eXKnyV6y #Sustainability #BusinessTransformation #ClimateAction

As companies ramp up their sustainability efforts, the role of Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) has never been more pivotal. But with this responsibility comes complexity: blending environmental stewardship, profitability, and corporate responsibility. The first 100 days in this role can set the CSO up for success, and that’s why having a structured plan is key. Key Actions for New CSOs: • Understand the CEO’s sustainability vision – Align your role with the CEO’s goals. • Assess the baseline – Get a clear view of the current sustainability state in your organization. • Build internal & external relationships – Engage stakeholders and build strong networks. • Set clear priorities – Focus on 3-5 flagship initiatives that drive real change. • Kickstart with quick wins – Build momentum with easy, impactful actions that showcase results. The first 100 days aren’t just about getting settled—they’re about shaping a sustainability strategy that leads to lasting impact. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dR4m2-YK #Sustainability #BusinessTransformation #ClimateAction

🌍 Make sure to book your free space at our upcoming Sustainability Seminar in London to gain insight into your Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive requirements. Use the link below to book your place 👇

As companies ramp up their sustainability efforts, the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) role has never been more pivotal. But with this responsibility comes complexity: blending environmental stewardship, profitability, and corporate responsibility. The first 100 days in this role can set the CSO up for success, and that’s why having a structured plan is key. Key Actions for New CSOs: • Understand the CEO’s sustainability vision – Align your role with the CEO’s goals • Assess the baseline – Get a clear view of your organization's sustainability state • Build internal & external relationships – Engage stakeholders and build strong networks • Set clear priorities – Focus on 3-5 flagship initiatives that drive real change (mitigate risks, empower the core, identify growth opportunities) • Kickstart with quick wins – Build momentum with easy, impactful actions that showcase results The first 100 days aren’t just about getting settled—they’re about shaping a sustainability strategy that leads to lasting impact. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g82xvZUj #Sustainability #BusinessTransformation #ClimateAction

As companies ramp up their sustainability efforts, the role of Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) has never been more pivotal. But with this responsibility comes complexity: blending environmental stewardship, profitability, and corporate responsibility. The first 100 days in this role can set the CSO up for success, and that’s why having a structured plan is key. Key Actions for New CSOs: • Understand the CEO’s sustainability vision – Align your role with the CEO’s goals. • Assess the baseline – Get a clear view of the current sustainability state in your organization. • Build internal & external relationships – Engage stakeholders and build strong networks. • Set clear priorities – Focus on 3-5 flagship initiatives that drive real change. • Kickstart with quick wins – Build momentum with easy, impactful actions that showcase results. The first 100 days aren’t just about getting settled—they’re about shaping a sustainability strategy that leads to lasting impact. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gbQBJtYk #Sustainability #BusinessTransformation #ClimateAction

As companies ramp up their sustainability efforts, the role of Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) has never been more pivotal. But with this responsibility comes complexity: blending environmental stewardship, profitability, and corporate responsibility. The first 100 days in this role can set the CSO up for success, and that’s why having a structured plan is key. Key Actions for New CSOs: • Understand the CEO’s sustainability vision – Align your role with the CEO’s goals. • Assess the baseline – Get a clear view of the current sustainability state in your organization. • Build internal & external relationships – Engage stakeholders and build strong networks. • Set clear priorities – Focus on 3-5 flagship initiatives that drive real change. • Kickstart with quick wins – Build momentum with easy, impactful actions that showcase results. The first 100 days aren’t just about getting settled—they’re about shaping a sustainability strategy that leads to lasting impact. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g_FNw925 #Sustainability #BusinessTransformation #ClimateAction