Recognising the leaders turning sustainability into action.
COP31 100 Global Impact Leaders: Advancing the SDGs Toward 2030.
An initiative led by Global CSR Foundation in collaboration with international partners, bringing together leaders committed to climate action, responsible business, women’s leadership and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
100 Global Impact Leaders · Advancing the SDGs toward 2030
A platform for leadership with purpose.
COP31 will bring together governments, investors, business leaders and sustainability specialists. This initiative is designed to spotlight organisations and individuals translating commitments into meaningful progress.
The programme focuses on climate action, ESG, sustainable investment, innovation, responsible business, women’s leadership and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It aims to highlight leaders and organisations helping advance the 2030 agenda through practical action and collaboration.
Selected participants may have opportunities for leadership profiles, interviews, recognition and engagement with other leaders during the COP31 period, subject to programme arrangements.
Important: Speaking roles, award opportunities, access to delegate environments and event elements depend on programme confirmation, accreditation, permissions and availability.
Recognition, visibility and meaningful connections.
A tailored programme for organisations with a credible sustainability, investment, innovation or social-impact story to share.
Leadership recognition
An opportunity to have contributions to climate action, sustainability and the SDGs considered for recognition through the initiative.
Editorial and media reach
Potential leadership profiles, interviews, filmed content, digital storytelling and campaign promotion.
Senior-level engagement
Networking and private introductions with relevant investors, policymakers, sustainability leaders and institutional stakeholders, where available.
Tell the story behind your impact.
Selected partner packages may be shaped around organisational objectives and programme availability. Opportunities described by the organisers include:
- Leadership profile and recognition opportunities
- Executive interview or impact story
- Digital campaign visibility
- Filmed interview during the programme, where available
- Social and YouTube promotion
- International press distribution
- Summit and award recognition opportunities
- Speaking or panel opportunities, subject to confirmation
- Branding on agreed campaign assets
- VIP networking and private briefings, where available
- Potential delegate-environment access, subject to accreditation
- Post-event media amplification
Global progress starts with people.
Sustainability is increasingly linked to investment decisions, business resilience, disclosure and long-term value creation.
Sustainable development requires long-term investment, responsible business practices, international cooperation and transparent reporting. COP31 offers an important moment to share practical solutions, strengthen partnerships and accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals.
For organisations doing credible work, COP31 can be a moment to explain their progress, connect with peers and make their contribution visible.
Figures should be verified against the latest official reports before publication.
Working together for global impact.
The initiative brings together international cooperation and sustainability leadership to create a platform for climate action and the SDGs.
UN World Women Organization
Works across women’s development, leadership, education, healthcare and initiatives aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Global CSR Foundation
A U.S.-registered non-profit established in 2018, focused on sustainable development, responsible leadership, women’s empowerment and SDG-aligned partnerships.
Experience across sustainability, business and international cooperation.
The panel is expected to bring together senior figures with experience in sustainable development, responsible leadership, international cooperation and the SDGs.
Jing Zhao Cesarone, Founder and CEO of Global CSR Foundation, and Charles Isitt serve as co-chairs of the judging panel. Further judges may be announced by the organisers ahead of COP31.
Panel membership and roles should be checked against the organiser’s latest official announcement before publishing.
Put forward a leader making a meaningful difference.
Individuals may be nominated for consideration as one of the COP31 100 Global Impact Leaders. Supporting material should explain the nominee’s work, achievements and contribution to sustainability or the SDGs.
Prepare a white paper
Explain why the individual should be recognised, describing their leadership, achievements and impact in climate action, responsible business, sustainability or social impact.
Include a biography
Provide a concise biography covering the nominee’s career, current role and relevant experience so the panel can assess their candidacy.
Submit the nomination
Email the materials with the subject “COP31 100 Global Impact Leaders nomination”, including the nominee’s full name and organisation.
Ready to nominate a leader? Contact Global CSR Foundation to confirm the official submission email, required documents and nomination deadline.
Jing Zhao Cesarone invites you to be part of the conversation.
As Founder and CEO of Global CSR Foundation and Co-Chair of the COP31 100 Global Impact Leaders Judging Panel, Jing Zhao Cesarone invites visionary leaders, changemakers and sustainability advocates to join a global conversation on leadership, collaboration and meaningful impact.
Together, we can recognise the people advancing the Sustainable Development Goals and inspire collective action toward a more sustainable future.
Let’s explore the right opportunity for your organisation.
Speak with the team about current partnership options, eligibility and ways to contribute to the COP31 100 Global Impact Leaders initiative.
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