As interest in sustainable and ESG- oriented investment products continues to accelerate, advisors face a growing challenge: navigating client conversations at the intersection of values and financial returns without losing sight of portfolio performance.
To address this practical dilemma, Fossil Free South Africa (FFSA) is hosting a free, education-first webinar on 6 July 2026 at 10:00 SAST.
Titled “Responsible investing and investment merit: How integrating sustainability into investment decision-making is a crucial part of building resilient client portfolios”, the session focuses on the commercial and economic approaches to the integration of sustainability into investment decision-making. The webinar aims to equip wealth managers with the insights and language needed to fulfill their fiduciary duties in a changing landscape.
Speaker Line-up
The webinar features an exceptional line-up of global and local financial experts:
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Keynote Address: Siobhan Cleary (Head of Sustainability at Baillie Gifford and Non- Executive Director at the JSE) will share insights on how structural sustainability trends impact long-term asset valuation and risk management.
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Panel Discussion: A practical, 30-minute discussion moderated by Sam Bovim, exploring local market context and real-world client applications. Panelists include:
– Nicole Martens – Executive Director, Just Share.
– Leila Fourie – ESG Analyst, Coronation Fund Managers.
– Brett Wallington – Founder and CEO, Paragon Impact.
Participants will walk away with actionable frameworks to evaluate ESG integration during fund selection, along with clear, jargon-free language to guide client conversations confidently.
Event Details
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Date: 6 July 2026
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Time: 10:00 – 11:00 SAST
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Format: Virtual Zoom Webinar
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Cost: Free
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Accreditation: FPI CPD Points Approved
