CSRD: Irreversible Reporting Mistakes to Avoid in 2026 and beyond

Uncover the top mistakes companies must avoid to prepare for CSRD compliance in 2026 and beyond, and learn how to build a robust reporting strategy.

Webinar Description

Is your organization ready for the challenges of CSRD compliance? With 2025 reporting on the horizon, meeting these new requirements demands more than just policy updates. From engaging auditors early to streamlining data collection processes, this webinar will explore the key pitfalls many companies face and how to avoid them. You’ll gain actionable insights on ensuring data verifiability, balancing qualitative and quantitative metrics, fostering organizational readiness, and leveraging modern tools for sustainability reporting. Join us to future-proof your strategy and stay competitive!

What you'll learn

Why engaging auditors early can save you from costly CSRD compliance errors.
Elements of an effective ESG data collection process that meet CSRD requirements.
How to balance qualitative and quantitative metrics in reporting credibility.
Steps to foster organizational readiness and secure leadership buy-in.
How to leverage the right tools for successful ESG reporting.

Our Speakers

Sophia Marie Honert

Sustainability Manager

Sophia brings over 12 years of expertise in the textile and clothing industry, with a career dedicated to innovation, project leadership, and sustainability. As a Manager of Sustainability Projects at Tom Tailor, where she focuses on driving impactful change and advancing sustainable practices across the organization.

Sophia holds a Bachelor’s degree in Textile and Clothing Management and a Master’s in Fashion Marketing and Communication. Her academic background, paired with her hands-on expertise in roles ranging from product management to online trade marketing and division leadership, gives her a broad understanding of the challenges and opportunities in fashion today.

James Thompson

Managing Director

James Thompson is a Managing Director in CFGI’s Accounting and ESG Advisory Practice in London, specialising in ESG reporting. With over a decade of experience, including eight years at PwC working with UK and international clients, he brings deep expertise in financial and sustainability frameworks.

At CFGI, James supports companies with CSRD/EU Taxonomy implementations, embedding in their teams and guiding them from materiality assessments to final reporting and responding to assurance queries. He is a recognised expert on International, UK, and European ESG regulations and regularly speaks at industry events, sharing practical insights on ESG reporting and compliance.

Our Host

Amy Ryu

Head of Product

Amy Ryu is a mechanical engineer by training and leads product development at Tracera, an AI-powered platform for sustainability data. Her career spans product management at Apple, scaling customer growth and data engineering at a unicorn startup, and consulting in digital analytics. She holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and a Master’s in Business Administration and Computer & Information Technology from the University of Pennsylvania, combining technical expertise with strategic vision.

At Tracera, Amy and her team empower businesses to navigate sustainability challenges with data-driven solutions, ensuring compliance with CSRD regulations and supporting customers in reporting and assurance for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. She is also exploring new product offerings, including SBTi, CBAM, and LCA, to further drive sustainability impact.