Sustainability Symposium and Career Expo: Impact in Action
This event highlighted the importance of corporate sustainability and presented how environmental impact affects all stakeholders. It emphasized that businesses should prioritize social and environmental responsibility, not only generating revenue. For example, the COVID-19 layoffs presented a dilemma where corporations valued financial preservation instead employee retention. In a breakout session on B Corporations, I also learned about B Lab, the certification process, and how evolving requirements ensure that B corps uphold high sustainability and ethical standards. This event provided insightful discussion on the role of sustainability in businesses and society.