Honouring the Leadership of North-American Chief Sustainability Officers

North America

September 23rd
New York
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In New York, we gather to celebrate the remarkable work and achievements of prominent North-American Chief Sustainability Officers, fostering connections with like-minded change makers.
The CSO Awards, an esteemed recognition in the realm of corporate sustainability, celebrates the outstanding contributions of Chief Sustainability Officers (CSOs) who have demonstrated exemplary commitment and leadership in advancing sustainability practices within their organizations.

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Learn about the second edition of the Chief Sustainability Officer Awards, set in the vibrant and dynamic New York City. This extended version of the booklet includes information about our selection process, Top CSOs lists, nominees' scores, winners, and more.
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Top 1OO

— the leaders who are shaping the course of corporate sustainability within major enterprises in North America.
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FAQs

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If you have any questions or require further instructions or information, please do not hesitate to reach out!

Luciana Prestes
Head of Marketing, Futur/io Institute
luciana@futur.io
The emerging leadership role of the Chief Sustainability Officer might just be the pivotal change agent we need today. Who knows? Some of these CSOs might become the next CEOs!

Sandrine Dixson-Declève

Co-President, The Club of Rome & Executive Chair, Earth4All

Our mission for the CSO Awards goes beyond rewarding the companies. We shine a light on the role of the Chief Sustainability Officers that are active change-makers fostering action and ambition across their organisations.

Harald Neidhardt

CEO & Curator, Futur/io Institute

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Can I bring a +1?

If you would like to bring a plus one, please request invitation. We will evaluate the profile and get back to you with a confirmation.

Can I come spontaneously?

No, due to limited capacity and profile requirements, you must request your invite and secure your spot beforehand.

What COVID-rules do you follow?

At the moment no COVID regulations apply, but we are subjected to updates from the venue.

Are you part of the official events of Climate Week?

Yes, here you find our event on the official Climate Week agenda.

Where will be the Awards Ceremony?

The CSO Awards North America /24 ceremony will take place at the iconic One World Trade Center, on the 70th Floor, at Celonis USA.

Address: 285 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10007, United States

Please access the building via this entrance:

How do I access the 70th floor and enter the event?

All guests will be screened in the lobby prior to admittance. Proper government issued ID will be required (i.e. driver’s license, passport). NO PHOTOS OF ID ON PHONE WILL BE ACCEPTED. Please do not bring items larger than hand bags, we will not have luggage check-in. Once you are identified, you items will go through a security scanner (similar to Airport), and then, you may proceed to the 70th floor, where you will be asked to provide the event ticket to access the Awards Ceremony.

Which is the closest Subway Station?

There are 3 close Subway Stations. The closest one is WTC Cortland Station, second closest is Cortland Station, and third one is World Trade Center Station.

What time will the Awards Ceremony start?

Please check our agenda here.

What is the dress code?

The dress code for the ceremony is gala outfit, festive. Please check our Davos Awards edition to see the dress code.

Why do you have a Grand Jury?

It is important to include a Jury as the human factor in this analysis because sustainability is inherently a human-centric issue. CSOs are responsible for driving sustainability initiatives within their organisations and influencing the attitudes and behaviours of employees and stakeholders towards more sustainable practices. Understanding the personal characteristics, values, and leadership styles of CSOs can provide valuable insights into their ability to effectively lead sustainability efforts and create a culture of sustainability within their organisations.

Additionally, artificial intelligence may not be able to fully capture the complexities of human decision-making, emotions, and interpersonal relationships that are crucial to the role of a CSO. By incorporating the human factor into the analysis of CSO profiles, we can ensure that the winners of the CSO Awards are not just selected based on technical skills or achievements, but also on their ability to inspire and engage others in sustainability efforts.

Furthermore, recognizing and celebrating the human side of sustainability leadership can help to promote a more holistic understanding of what it means to be a successful CSO and inspire other sustainability professionals to emulate these qualities in their own work. Ultimately, integrating the human factor into the evaluation criteria for our CSO Awards can help to identify and promote CSOs who are not only effective sustainability leaders, but also empathetic, innovative, and capable of fostering positive change within their organisations and beyond.