--- title: EMIA 10th Annual Sustainability and Governance Forum - London description: Join top investors, sustainability and governance experts, and emerging markets issuers at EMIA's 10th Annual Sustainability and Governance Forum. --- # 10th Annual Sustainability and Governance Forum - London September 15, 2025 60 London Wall, London, EC2M 5TQ   ## Discover. Engage. Commit. 2025-09-15T17:00:00+0000 +0000 The countdown to this event is over! 00 Days 00 Hours 00 Minutes 00 Seconds Top investors, issuers, and governance and sustainability experts joined EMIA's 10th Annual Sustainability and Governance Forum (SGF) on September 15, 2025. The event was held at AllianceBernstein offices, 60 London Wall, London EC2M 5TQ,  from 1:00 - 7:00 pm BST. The event covered topics related to climate adaptation, nature transition, the digital frontier, infrastructure spending transparency, and others.   ## Themes ![1-Jul-17-2025-05-00-20-6576-PM](https://39534789.hs-sites.com/hubfs/1-Jul-17-2025-05-00-20-6576-PM.png "1-Jul-17-2025-05-00-20-6576-PM") ##### Financing Climate Adaptation in Emerging Markets: Mobilizing Capital for Resilience ![3-Jul-17-2025-05-14-29-2793-PM](https://39534789.hs-sites.com/hubfs/3-Jul-17-2025-05-14-29-2793-PM.png "3-Jul-17-2025-05-14-29-2793-PM") ##### Nature Transition Plans and Their Importance for Investors and Companies ![4-Jul-17-2025-05-14-29-1842-PM](https://39534789.hs-sites.com/hubfs/4-Jul-17-2025-05-14-29-1842-PM.png "4-Jul-17-2025-05-14-29-1842-PM") ##### The Digital Climate Frontier: Navigating the Promises and Perils of of Tech for Sustainability [ Go to the Agenda ](http://39534789.hs-sites.com/emia-10th-annual-sustainability-and-governance-forum-london-agenda?hsLang=en) ## Meet Our Speakers ### [ Alvin Rogers ](http://39534789.hs-sites.com/emia-10th-annual-sustainability-and-governance-forum-london#inline-content-1dnd_area-module-16)[Follow me on LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/apex-alvinrogers) Director of Sales Omnicorp Alvin Rogers Director of Sales Omnicorp About Alvin Rogers Alvin Rogers is a highly accomplished and sought-after speaker, renowned for their expertise and captivating stage presence. With a diverse background in [relevant field or industry], they bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to every speaking engagement. Their dynamic and engaging style seamlessly combines powerful storytelling with actionable insights, leaving audiences inspired and equipped with practical strategies for success. Alvin has delivered impactful keynote addresses at prestigious conferences and corporate events worldwide, consistently receiving rave reviews for their ability to connect with and energize audiences. Whether addressing topics such as [specific areas of expertise], leadership, or innovation, Alvin is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to reach their full potential. [LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/apex-alvinrogers) [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/apex-alvinrogers) [Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/apex-alvinrogers) [Twitter ](https://www.twitter.com/apex-alvinrogers) ### [ Lisa Smith ](http://39534789.hs-sites.com/emia-10th-annual-sustainability-and-governance-forum-london#inline-content-2dnd_area-module-16)[Follow me on LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/apex-lisasmith) Creative Director Megacorp Lisa Smith Creative Director Megacorp About Lisa Smith Lisa Smith is a highly accomplished and sought-after speaker, renowned for their expertise and captivating stage presence. With a diverse background in [relevant field or industry], they bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to every speaking engagement. Their dynamic and engaging style seamlessly combines powerful storytelling with actionable insights, leaving audiences inspired and equipped with practical strategies for success. Lisa has delivered impactful keynote addresses at prestigious conferences and corporate events worldwide, consistently receiving rave reviews for their ability to connect with and energize audiences. Whether addressing topics such as [specific areas of expertise], leadership, or innovation, Lisa is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to reach their full potential. [LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/apex-lisasmith) [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/apex-lisasmith) [Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/apex-lisasmith) [Twitter ](https://www.twitter.com/apex-lisasmith) ### [ James McGiven ](http://39534789.hs-sites.com/emia-10th-annual-sustainability-and-governance-forum-london#inline-content-3dnd_area-module-16)[Follow me on LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/apex-jamesmcgiven) President Minicorp James McGiven President Minicorp About James McGiven James McGiven is a highly accomplished and sought-after speaker, renowned for their expertise and captivating stage presence. With a diverse background in [relevant field or industry], they bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to every speaking engagement. Their dynamic and engaging style seamlessly combines powerful storytelling with actionable insights, leaving audiences inspired and equipped with practical strategies for success. James has delivered impactful keynote addresses at prestigious conferences and corporate events worldwide, consistently receiving rave reviews for their ability to connect with and energize audiences. Whether addressing topics such as [specific areas of expertise], leadership, or innovation, James is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to reach their full potential. [LinkedIn ](https://www.linkedin.com/apex-jamesmcgiven) [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/apex-jamesmcgiven) [Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/apex-jamesmcgiven) [Twitter ](https://www.twitter.com/apex-jamesmcgiven) Meet Them All ### Host Committee Kaan Nazly, Neuberber Berman & team Patrick O'Connell, AllianceBernstein & team Viktor Szabo, Aberdeen & team Jasmine Seller, Macrobond & team Jana Gold, USB & Team Kroum Sourov, Candriam & Team Eleanore Mapa, Rand Merchant Bank, a division of FirstRand Bank Limited, & Team ### Past Forums and Conferences ![8th ESG Engagement Conference 1920x1080 v5b](https://39534789.hs-sites.com/hubfs/8th%20ESG%20Engagement%20Conference%201920x1080%20v5b.jpg "8th ESG Engagement Conference 1920x1080 v5b") ##### [8th Annual ESG Engagement Conference - London](http://39534789.hs-sites.com/emias-8th-annual-esg-engagement-conference?hsLang=en) ![4-3](https://39534789.hs-sites.com/hubfs/4-3.jpg "4-3")   ##### [9th Sustainability and Governance Forum - Washington](http://39534789.hs-sites.com/sustainability-and-governance-forum?hsLang=en) ![1-3](https://39534789.hs-sites.com/hubfs/1-3.jpg "1-3")   ##### [Impact and Blended Finance Conference - New York](http://39534789.hs-sites.com/emia-impact-and-blended-finance-conference?hsLang=en)