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Governance Trends in ESG for the Aerospace and Defense Sector

Webinar | 03.01.22, 4:00 AM EST - 5:00 AM EST

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Strong corporate governance is integral to sustainability and successful ESG approaches in the global aerospace and defense sector. Investors and regulators alike are increasing focus on corporate governance processes and practices, from effective compliance programs and risk management to workforce development, diversity and inclusion. More than ever before, the governance factors of decision-making are taking center stage.


The International Forum on Business Ethical Conduct (IFBEC), Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) and Crowell & Moring LLP are proud to partner for this webinar on Tuesday, 1 March, 2022 from 9:00-10:00 AM (EST) for an virtual panel to examine today’s governance trends in ESG for the aerospace and defense sector. The event will open with remarks from former US Secretary of the Army, AIA President, and Chief Executive Officer Eric Fanning, followed by former Deputy US Trade Representative and Crowell & Moring International President and Chief Executive Officer Robert Holleyman.


The panel session to follow will include Michael Witt (Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at Northrop Grumman), Preston Pugh (Partner at Crowell & Moring), and Debbie Allen (BAE Systems) and other experts who will provide actionable insights to support your organization’s response to these trends and realize the opportunities they provide.


For more information, please visit these areas: Aviation, Environmental, Social, and Governance, Government Affairs, Government Contracts

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