After completing this Kickstarter workshop, participants will be able to:

• Recognise the critical role that sustainability and ESG play in the success and resilience of SMEs.
• Articulate a clear link between sustainability and their company’s business strategy, identifying specific opportunities for improvement.
• Understand how to measure, monitor, and report on ESG performance.
• Initiate meaningful stakeholder engagement to support sustainability initiatives.
• Develop an action plan to integrate sustainability and ESG principles into their business operations and decision-making processes.

The workshops are held online and include:

• Expert Presentations: Experienced facilitators will deliver informative presentations on sustainability, ESG, and their relevance to SMEs.
• Case Studies: Real-world case studies will be examined to illustrate how other SMEs have successfully integrated sustainability and ESG into their business strategies. Antaris will leverage past and present client projects that highlight successful integration of sustainability into organisational strategy and operational processes.
• Group Discussions: Participants will engage in peer-to-peer discussions to share experiences, challenges, and ideas related to sustainability and ESG.
• Interactive Exercises: Practical exercises will be used to help participants identify opportunities and develop strategies for their businesses.
• Q&A Sessions: Dedicated question and answer sessions will provide participants with the opportunity to seek clarification and guidance.
• Resources and Tools: Participants will receive access to relevant resources, templates, and tools to support them in integrating sustainability and ESG practices into their business plan.

Shaping Business is a specialist Growth Marketing Agency providing strategic business growth advice with operational marketing support to ambitious businesses.

Antaris Consulting is a leading management and training, ISO and sustainability consultancy in Ireland that collaborates on an individual level with clients, providing effective solutions and support that empower them to achieve their sustainability goals.
 

Cost is free.
 

The workshops are available to senior leaders and sustainability representatives in Enterprise Ireland and Local Enterprise Office client companies across
all sectors and stages of growth. The ideal participants should have a good understanding of their business operations and a willingness to embrace sustainable
practices. For maximum engagement and impact, two representatives from a company are encouraged to participate.