The Authentic Investor
The Authentic Investor
This retreat will help us re-discover that authenticity and the values that inspire us are the key to replenishing our energy and continue our work in responsible investment.
Through a range of professionally facilitated sessions, discussions and experiences our time together will give us an opportunity for reflection, exploration and connection - with ourselves and with each other.
We will explore how we can work together in the future to spread the concept of the ‘Authentic Investor’ and the values of sustainability more widely through the financial system.
This event happened in August 2018
One of the most fulfilling few days of my whole professional life. The conversations and friendships that developed were so meaningful. A magical space to discuss issues never truly covered before.
Daniela Carosio, Senior Partner, Sustainable Value INvestors
Fighting for change in the language of ‘materiality’, ‘risk’ and the ‘business case’, we can be acutely aware of the tension between ‘values’ and ‘value’.
We may conclude that we cannot take the risk of openly acknowledging the personal values that underlie what we do and which are the wellspring of our energy.
We feel we have to wear a mask in the office that conceals who we really are - perhaps the best of who we really are. Perhaps we have lost our authenticity.
The urgency of sustainability challenges is only increasing. Responsible investment and ESG have made much progress, but working for change in this way can still be tough.
We often find ourselves going against the grain of the investment industry: it can be hard to argue a financial case for sustainability issues when long-established cultures, norms and behaviours in finance resist the changes we seek.
To ensure a high-quality experience for all participants, this programme is by application only. Please select to contact us for more information or for a full brochure.
Application and information
Price
£1,750 - For-profit organisation rate (e.g. asset managers, banks)
£1,350 - Not-for-profit financial institutions (e.g. pension funds)
£950 - Individuals rate.
Price includes all food and accommodation throughout your stay. Transfers not included.