What does it take to bridge the gap between environmental concerns and commercial priorities? In this episode of Game Changers and Transition Makers, Lorraine Johnston speaks with Roger McKerlie, a seasoned sales and marketing entrepreneur and founder of EBN, a movement uniting 1,800 businesses to prepare for a lower-carbon, nature-positive future.

Roger explains how the EBN helps businesses—from mid-size to larger SMEs—navigate the complex demands of sustainability. He shares his insights on why the environmental agenda has shifted from being a tactical issue to a strategic boardroom priority, with CFOs increasingly focused on ESG impacts and opportunities.

Roger also discusses the importance of storytelling to inspire action, emphasising that “small changes by businesses collectively move the dial” on the climate crisis. From promoting second-hand fashion to rethinking corporate purpose, Roger highlights actionable steps for business leaders at any stage of their sustainability journey.

Listen to more episodes in the Game Changers mini-series – featuring an array of thought-provoking guests – by subscribing to ESG Matters @ Ashurst on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

What does it take to bridge the gap between environmental concerns and commercial priorities? In this episode of Game Changers and Transition Makers, <a href="https://www.ashurst.com/en/people/lorraine-johnston/">Lorraine Johnston</a> speaks with Roger McKerlie, a seasoned sales and marketing entrepreneur and founder of <a href="https://theebn.co.uk/">EBN</a>, a movement uniting 1,800 businesses to prepare for a lower-carbon, nature-positive future.
Roger explains how the EBN helps businesses&mdash;from mid-size to larger SMEs&mdash;navigate the complex demands of sustainability. He shares his insights on why the environmental agenda has shifted from being a tactical issue to a strategic boardroom priority, with CFOs increasingly focused on ESG impacts and opportunities.
Roger also discusses the importance of storytelling to inspire action, emphasising that &ldquo;small changes by businesses collectively move the dial&rdquo; on the climate crisis. From promoting second-hand fashion to rethinking corporate purpose, Roger highlights actionable steps for business leaders at any stage of their sustainability journey.
Listen to more episodes in the <a href="https://www.ashurst.com/en/podcasts/game-changers-and-transition-makers/">Game Changers</a> mini-series &ndash; featuring an array of thought-provoking guests &ndash; by subscribing to ESG Matters @ Ashurst on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

Sustainability is an issue that affects us all, but how can we take steps to provoke meaningful change and make a lasting impact on environmental, social and governance issues across the globe? We explore the intersection of business value with business values for a more prosperous and sustainable future.

Sustainability is an issue that affects us all, but how can we take steps to provoke meaningful change and make a lasting impact on environmental, social and governance issues across the globe? We explore the intersection of business value with business values for a more prosperous and sustainable future.

Join us for our first podcast series, ESG Matters @ Ashurst as we go searching for answers and providing practical advice to help you address the challenges facing your organisation.

ESG Matters @ Ashurst Podcast

As the race to net zero continues, ESG Matters by Ashurst Perkins Coie reveals the strategies and tactics that forward thinking organizations are pursuing.

Tackling environmental, social and governance issues, this podcast is packed with real-world innovations and practical ways for organizations to mobilize business values to grow business value.

In every episode, you’ll hear insights about the latest legal and regulatory ESG issues from across our global network. You’ll also hear from organizations that are looking beyond compliance to uncover new commercial upsides from sustainability action.

As the race to net zero continues, ESG Matters by Ashurst Perkins Coie reveals the strategies and tactics that forward thinking organizations are pursuing.
Tackling environmental, social and governance issues, this podcast is packed with real-world innovations and practical ways for organizations to mobilize business values to grow business value.
In every episode, you&rsquo;ll hear insights about the latest legal and regulatory ESG issues from across our global network. You&rsquo;ll also hear from organizations that are looking beyond compliance to uncover new commercial upsides from sustainability action.

ESG Matters by Ashurst Perkins Coie

After witnessing firsthand a growing disconnect between environmental challenges and business priorities, Roger McKerlie set out to empower organisations to embrace sustainability and along the way convert challenges into opportunities. 