Adam Braun

Interested in learning how your organization can leverage sustainability to drive innovation, growth and competitive advantage in your industry, but unsure where to begin? Inspired by large companies making bold decarbonization commitments to reach net zero by 2050 and how those actions could impact his own children’s future, Adam Braun knew he needed to take action as a father and a caring citizen. Out of this revelation came the birth of Climate Club, a company focused on helping large organizations find dedicated and operationalized solutions to close the gap between climate-related intentions and actions. In this speech, Adam focuses on how businesses can reduce their carbon footprint while simultaneously unlocking new sources of revenue, attracting top talent, building customer loyalty and enhancing their reputation. Attendees will leave with a greater understanding of the opportunities and risks associated with the net zero transition and with a clear playbook on how to capitalize on them for the benefit of their organization, their children, their children’s children and every future generation beyond.

The emergence of sustainability as a must-solve challenge has led to deep investment from companies, individuals and governments. But how do we position ourselves (and our companies) to be successful in this new era? As the CEO of Climate Club, the leading employee sustainability platform that empowers companies (like Meta, Lyft & Bain and Co.) and their people to drive sustainable impact, Adam Braun is using his expertise in tangible sustainability drivers to educate individuals and businesses on the emerging trends, successes and challenges of a sustainable future. This speech is not about doom and gloom, it’s an uplifting journey through a series of stories about innovation, advancement and transformation that will leave audiences clear-eyed about the greatest opportunity to drive personal impact and business value of our time.

As a mission-driven serial entrepreneur, and the founder of Pencils of Promise, Adam Braun has captivated audiences for years with his story of being an ordinary person, creating extraordinary change — something he believes everyone can do. In this inspirational presentation, Adam shares five key mantras that will serve as guideposts to personal upskilling, growth and transformation to deliver on your greatest potential and help you create your extraordinary change. This talk takes your audience on an unforgettable and inspiring journey— sure to leave them buzzing and eager to consider the following questions with a new lens:

-How do you discover your next big idea?

-How do you turn that big idea into action?

-How do you engage those around you on your personal upskilling journey?

-How do you empower and inspire others to build a movement?

After developing his unique “for purpose" approach over a decade ago, Adam Braun has been a leader in building companies that drive successful outcomes by uniquely understanding what motivates and inspires a team to come together. In this talk, Adam shares insights and experiences emphasizing the importance of prioritizing your people in all aspects of organizational culture. Drawing from personal anecdotes and real-world examples, Adam highlights how fostering a people-centric culture leads to greater employee engagement, increased productivity, and improved outcomes for organizations and individuals alike. Audiences will walk away with practical advice and actionable strategies for cultivating the type of culture that represents a transformational experience for every leader, manager and team member.