CSR and Resource Management: Fostering Innovation for a Circular Economy

Unlock Your Potential: Driving Sustainability Through Corporate Responsibility
Are you ready to lead the charge toward a sustainable future? Join us for the second installation of our inspiring and action-focused evening featuring industry leaders who are making waves in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sustainability. This event will dive into the critical role of the circular economy, empowering you to take actionable steps toward a more sustainable and impactful career.

Featured Speakers

Linda Nordin – Circular Economy Specialist

Linda has nearly 20 years of experience working nationally and internationally in planning and implementing circular economy, waste and resource recovery solutions for businesses and councils. In May 2023, Linda received a certificate for becoming a Circular Economy Specialist at the Circular Economy Institute (UK) and is the leader of the Circular Economy Club Gold Coast. She is passionate about finding practical and circular solutions for the community, and she applies a mindset that there is not one solution that fits all, but there is one solution for all.

Linda has worked globally in the UK, Sweden and here in Australia and currently works as Circular Specialist and a Senior Associate Consultant within the Waste, Resource Recovery, and Circular economy team of a Brisbane based company

Peter Holt – Partner, Deloitte Climate & Sustainability

Peter works at board and executive levels to provide insights into the impact of climate change and Australia’s changing energy mix. For more than 15 years, he has advised some of Australia’s largest energy users to help them identify new market opportunities and manage the risks associated with the transition to a future low carbon economy. He has advised the Federal Government on emerging policies and consults to sectors as diverse as finance, mining, oil and gas, energy, telecommunications and construction and leads a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers, lawyers and economists across Australia.

Peter, a published doctoral engineer, a Graduate of the AICD and most recently represented business at the COP27 in Sharm el Sheikh in Egypt.

Sarah Woolmington – Founder of Impact Dragonfly

Founder of Impact Dragonfly, Sarah is a passionate sustainability engagement expert with over 25 years of coaching and training experience. She has a proven track record of inspiring behaviour change and empowering individuals and teams to embrace sustainability. Sarah has worked with organisations of all sizes, from large corporates to small businesses, leveraging her expertise in ESG to drive meaningful change.
Sarah is also a co-author of Green PMO, an internationally recognised book that was a collaborative effort across borders. The book has already garnered acclaim, winning the prestigious PowerList Middle East - Best Sustainable Initiative Award 2024.
Her certifications include a Diploma in ESG, Climate Fresk Facilitation, and WELL Faculty credentials, reflecting her deep commitment to sustainability leadership. As a dynamic speaker and facilitator, Sarah excels at connecting audiences to the "why," teaching the "what," and showing the "how," enabling practical action towards positive impact.

What to Expect

• Learn how sustainability drives long-term business value and mitigates climate risks.
• Be inspired by practical insights and success stories from industry experts.
• Gain awareness of actionable steps you can take to promote sustainability within your organisation.
• Network with like-minded young professionals and sustainability leaders during a post-event session faciliated by People Planet Pint Brisbane

Whether you're a student, an early-career professional, or a rising leader, this event will equip you with the tools, knowledge, and network to become a driving force for sustainability. Together, let’s create a more responsible and resilient future.
 

🗓️ Date:  22 May 2025, 5:30pm
📌 Location: Deloitte Brisbane, Riverside Centre: L23 123 Eagle Street

Join us for an evening of actionable insights, inspiration, and connection. Be the change your organisation and the planet need!