The CDP 2025 deadline is fast approaching—are you ready? In this practical session, we’ll walk through final optimizations that can still be made to boost your CDP score without starting from scratch. Learn how to avoid common last-minute pitfalls, align CDP disclosures with broader reporting frameworks like CSRD and SB-261, and ensure your data not only meets scoring criteria—but strengthens investor confidence and risk mitigation. Plus, get a sneak peek into CDP trends for 2026 and how to stay one step ahead.
Kari is a mission-driven leader with over two decades of experience at the intersection of health, sustainability, and systems change. As Chief Growth Officer at CDP, she spearheads strategic partnerships and innovative initiatives that accelerate environmental action and drive measurable impact for the planet.
Before joining CDP, Kari led transformative programs at the Planetary Boundary Initiative, where she co-developed the Planetary Health Check—an innovative tool that combines data and science to guide sustainable decision-making. Her career includes mobilizing billions in funding through U.S. Presidential initiatives and bringing together global stakeholders to improve policy and resource alignment for the public good.
Casey is the Director of Global Sustainability at Bain & Company, where they lead the firm’s global ESG disclosure strategy and drive continuous improvement in sustainability performance and transparency. With a background in environmental engineering and a passion for responsible business, Casey bridges technical insight with practical implementation across a complex global organization.
Before stepping into their sustainability leadership role, Casey worked as a consultant at Bain and previously held roles in the energy efficiency sector. Since 2021, they have spearheaded Bain’s efforts to enhance its sustainability ratings by uncovering and reporting on under-recognized initiatives—collaborating with cross-functional teams from procurement to operations to better reflect the firm’s ESG progress and advance key initiatives.
Patrick Obeid is an environmental engineer by background and spent ten years in management consulting at Bain & Company. His focus there was primarily on sustainability and energy efficiency projects, where he advised various governments and manufacturing businesses on strategies for decarbonization.
Today, Patrick is the Co-founder and CEO of Tracera, an ESG data management system helping large enterprises collect, verify, and report on their sustainability data to drive business growth. He leads a talented team of engineers, data scientists, and business analysts in developing cutting-edge AI solutions that help businesses enhance their ESG performance and navigate complex regulatory landscapes.
