How to Build Ethical Supply Chains, Part II
Discussion Topics:
- What strategies or frameworks have proven most effective in helping companies identify and address labour issues in their supply chains?
- Why is it so important for ethics to be at the heart of supply chain management and what are the risks when ethics are sidelined?
- How can firms measure progress when it comes to improving labour conditions in their supply chains?
Speakers
Matt Ekroth
EMEA Corporate Data Strategy
Bloomberg
Matthew leads EMEA Corporates Supply Chain and Data Strategy at Bloomberg in London. Matthew specializes in advising and working with clients on data strategy matters, focusing on supply chain management, sustainability and on incorporating external data into company operations. Prior to joining Bloomberg, he spent over 18 years as a quantitative portfolio manager at firms including Goldman Sachs and Citigroup in New York and London. More recently he headed data strategy for equities trading at Morgan Stanley in London. Matthew holds an MSc in Finance from London Business School.
Peter McAllister
Former Executive Director
Ethical Trading Initiative
Peter is an independent expert on business and human rights, responsible business and business ethics. Through thought leadership, strategic policy development, and advocacy, Peter continues to shape the discourse on sustainable business practices, making a tangible impact on the global stage. He provides support on strategy development, helping implement the UNGPs on responsible business, fostering relevant partnerships and supporting practical solutions to supply chain challenges. For 14 years Peter led the Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI), a leading multi-stakeholder initiative working with business, trade unions and NGOs on Human Rights and responsible business. Previously Peter established the International Cocoa Initiative bringing together the global cocoa and chocolate industry to tackle child labour through business engagement and local partnerships. Earlier roles spanned development, emergency relief and rights-based work, working closely with small producers in both Asia and Africa as well as with small and large companies. Peter has played a leading role in organisations for over 30 years.