Webinar Recording: The ESG Equation: From Risk to Opportunity

The pressure for ESG management stems not only from regulation (such as CSRD, EUDR, and CSDDD) but also from customers, the media, business partners, financiers, and from the general rise of global instability. However, in today’s business landscape, ESG is no longer just a regulatory requirement – it is a key driver of long-term competitive advantage. Therefore, companies should aim shifting from ESG survival mode, where ESG is mainly a risk management topic, to ESG superiority, where ESG is a real source of opportunities. 

Key improvement activities include automation of the ESG data collection and integrating ESG data with existing processes, as well as acting proactively to find ESG related business opportunities alongside risks. For ESG superiors, ESG no longer appears only as a risk that must be managed, but also as a promising business opportunity and a source of competitive advantage. We believe more and more companies are already starting this important journey. 

In this webinar jointly organized by BearingPoint, JAGGAER, and Prewave we explored how companies can shift from being ESG survivors towards ESG superiors, and unlock new opportunities for growth, innovation, cost-efficiency and enhanced market reputation. 

Agenda: 
30min Panel discussion  
15min Q&A session 

Speakers
	Ralf Dillmann, Partner, Sourcing, BearingPoint Germany  Ralf Dillmann is the Global Practice Head for Sourcing & Procurement at BearingPoint. Ralf has +20 years of experience in management ​and technology consulting. His expertise include strategy and process design for global sourcing, supplier management concepts, the establishment of purchasing companies and lean purchasing processes.
	Eerik Klemetti, Senior Manager, ESG, BearingPoint Finland  Eerik Klemetti is a leader of the Sustainable Business team at BearingPoint Finland. He has worked as a project manager or expert in more than 60 responsible business development projects. His extensive knowledge covers ESG related reporting, risk management, internal process development, and strategy development.
	Theresa Eberhardt, Senior Advisor sustainability & compliance, Prewave Theresa Eberhardt is a Senior Advisor for Sustainability and Compliance at Prewave. Theresa has over 12 years of experience in corporate sustainability, including leading global initiatives with companies like Walmart, Unilever, Danone and Hilti, shaping sustainability strategies, regulatory policies, and industry collaborations.
	Aleksandra Tanaskov, Senior ESG Manager, JAGGAER Aleksandra Tanaskov is a GARP-certified Sustainability and Climate Risk professional with extensive expertise on in sustainability initiatives and ESG regulatory frameworks. At JAGGAER, Aleksandra leads the company's sustainability efforts, focusing on implementing and developing the ESG Program, managing internal and external reporting, driving decarbonization initiatives, ensuring ESG-related regulatory compliance, and supporting the enhancement of ESG capabilities within the product portfolio.

JAGGAER is a global leader in enterprise procurement and supplier collaboration, leveraging AI-powered solutions to enhance decision-making and drive business transformation. We are committed to sustainability and excellence, benefiting both our customers and our own operations. For more information, visit www.jaggaer.com.

Prewave revolutionizes supply chain risk management with AI-powered intelligence, ensuring transparency, resilience, and sustainability. Founded in 2017, Prewave analyzes 200+ risk categories across 400+ languages, giving businesses like Lufthansa, Ferrari, and Siemens proactive insights to mitigate disruptions. Covering the entire supply chain—from tier-1 suppliers to raw materials—Prewave empowers companies to protect people, the planet, and their operations. Learn more at www.prewave.com. 

BearingPoint is an independent management and technology consultancy. Our roots are European, but our footprint is truly global. Our global network spans over 70 countries and 13,000 people. We operate in three business units: Consulting, Products, and Capital. This gives us the holistic expertise our clients need to help them achieve greater success. Transformation is our core service. We deliver value to enterprises, government organizations and NGOs. In a rapidly changing world, BearingPoint provides solutions to tomorrow’s challenges as well as today’s. Learn more at Management and Technology Consultancy | BearingPoint 

Watch the webinar recording here.