Sustainable Finance Lunch and Learn | Finance Events in Jersey, CI

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Around the world, sustainable finance is moving beyond commitments and targets towards practical implementation: mobilising capital and delivering outcomes that contribute to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Despite challenging headwinds, this activity is already taking place through Jersey’s financial and professional services industry, from supporting international projects to financing homes, energy infrastructure and environmental initiatives closer to home.

Building on ‘From Ambition to Implementation’, a soon-to-be published thought leadership article by Jersey Finance’s Sustainable Finance Lead, Tom McKenna, this lunch and learn will explore what is driving this shift, where progress is being made and the opportunities for Jersey’s industry to build on its existing capabilities.

Tom will be joined by two guest speakers:

Candy Telani Anton, Director of Participant Engagement, UN Global Compact Network UK, will explore the global picture, including the role of business in accelerating progress towards the SDGs and turning sustainability ambitions into meaningful action.

Hannah Simons, Head of Sustainable Finance and Transition, Lloyds Corporate & Institutional, will share practical examples of sustainable finance in action, exploring the commercial drivers, opportunities and emerging developments relevant to Jersey’s financial services industry.

Together, the speakers will consider how capital, expertise and collaboration can help turn sustainable finance ambitions into tangible outcomes, both internationally and here in Jersey.

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Tom McKennaSustainable Finance Lead, Jersey Finance

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Tom joined Jersey Finance as the Sustainable Finance Lead in April 2023.

Born and educated in Jersey, Tom studied at the University of Chester where he graduated with a BA Hons and MSc.

Tom has over 17 years’ experience in Jersey’s finance industry, having worked as an Associate Director at Zedra before joining Jersey Finance and, prior to that, at EFG. In his role at Zedra, he drove the creation of, and was Chairperson of, their Global Green Team.

Hannah SimonsHead of Sustainable Finance and Transition, Lloyds Corporate & Institutional

Hannah joined the Lloyds family in 2023. In her first role, as Head of Sustainability for Lloyds Corporate Markets, Hannah supported LBCM’s clients to build sustainable financing solutions relevant to their individual needs. She also worked closely with colleagues across the wider Lloyds Banking Group to support the delivery of our own sustainability objectives. Hannah recently expanded her role to take on responsibility for Sustainable Finance and Transition across our Lloyds Corporate & Institutional business. Hannah joined from Schroders where she was Head of Sustainability Strategy. In her role, she supported clients in embedding sustainability into their investment strategy and developed a cohesive range of sustainable investment products to meet client needs. Earlier in her career, Hannah worked at BlackRock, PIMCO and Schroders supporting institutional investors in designing bespoke investment solutions, aligned to their long-term objectives.

Candy Telani AntonDirector of Participant Engagement, UN Global Compact Network UK

Candy Telani Anton is Director of Participant Engagement at the UN Global Compact Network UK, part of the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. She helps UK businesses move from sustainability commitments to delivery while building their value and resilience. Since joining the Network in 2019, Candy has led the strategy behind several years of strong, sustained growth as Head of Impact & Growth. Her international career spans policy, funding, and corporate strategy, including roles at the European Committee of the Regions and Ethical Corporation. She brings a global perspective on how business can turn sustainability into commercial value and real-world impact.

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