On Monday afternoon, 30 June 2025, we invite you to join a unique event focused on the future of responsible business in Europe. Together with leading Members of the European Parliament and expert speakers, we will explore the evolving legal frameworks, strategic opportunities, and key challenges around sustainability due diligence and corporate governance.
What’s on the agenda?
This event is a unique public-private collaboration between Intire and MEPs from GL-PvdA and D66/Renew Europe. Featuring speakers such as Lara Wolters (GL-PvdA) and Gerben Jan Gerbrandy (D66/Renew Europe), the afternoon will provide direct engagement with the policymakers shaping Europe’s regulatory landscape.
Together, with over 80 fellow professionals, we’ll discuss how companies can move beyond compliance and drive meaningful impact, within their value chains and across society.
Topics of discussion include:
- The Future of Corporate Governance and Sustainability Reporting in the EU
- Omnibus I: Implications for Competitiveness, Sustainability, and Legal Coherence
- Unlocking Opportunities for Smarter, More Effective Reporting
Speakers
Lara Wolters
Member of the European Parliament
- Vice-Chair, Committee on Legal Affairs (JURI)
- Member, Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON)
- Member, Delegation for relations with the United States (D-US)
Gerben-Jan Gerbrandy
Member of the European Parliament
- Member, Committee on Budgetary Control (CONT)
- Member, Committee on the Environment, Climate and Food Safety (ENVI)
- Member, Delegation for relations with the United States (D-US)
Panelist
Ankie is a leading figure in the Dutch responsible business ecosystem, with deep expertise at the crossroads of public policy and sustainable entrepreneurship. She has held senior roles at Enviu, Procter & Gamble, and IG&H Consulting, founded the Tika Foundation for self-sustaining schools in Nepal, and is part of Paul Polman’s IMAGINE leaders cohort.
Angélique Laskewitz is Executive Director at VBDO and has held various leadership roles in change management, compliance, HR, and governance at major financial institutions including BNP Paribas Fortis and ASR Netherlands. As a sideline she started her own consultancy practice.
Jeroen brings a wealth of experience in sustainability and corporate responsibility, currently leading Robeco’s corporate sustainability initiatives and guiding the company toward CSRD-compliant reporting. As a member of the GRI Capital Markets Technical Committee, he actively contributes to the development of GRI sector standards to strengthen sustainability reporting in capital markets.
Hedwig leads Fugro’s global sustainability strategy and previously directed KLM’s sustainability agenda. She brings deep expertise in ESG leadership and impact-driven transformation across complex organizations with a focus on climate, innovation and responsible business growth.
Andreea is a seasoned lawyer specializing in human rights and due diligence. With 15+ years of experience, she helps companies apply global legal standards in practice across complex international supply chains.
Sofia brings 10+ years of experience in sustainability strategy, working on climate, biodiversity, water and affected communities. She has supported organizations in setting science-based targets and designing practical transition plans.
Practical details
- Date: Monday, 30 June 2025
- Time: 13:00 – 17:00
- Location: KIT Royal Tropical Institute, Amsterdam
- Language: This session will be held in English
Interested?
Use the form below to confirm your spot. Consultants and ESG software companies are welcome to register; however, they will be placed on a waiting list and notified two weeks before the event if their registration has been confirmed. We do this to keep space available for practitioners registering for the event.
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