1. THE DUPONT CEO FORUM
Accelerating Sustainable Growth Through Innovation & Collaboration
Dubai – 24-25 September 2013
2. THE DUPONT CEO FORUM
Accelerating Sustainable Growth Through Innovation & Collaboration
introduction
As uncertainty and complexity continue to define the context in which businesses
operate, executives are facing pressures to become more competitive and agile, while also
delivering tangible value for consumers and society. To further complicate matters, this is
occurring within an operating climate defined by immediate challenges, such as volatile
commodity prices and stiffening competition, as well as longer-term challenges, such as
demographic and technological change.
To compete within this context, executives must balance shareholder accountability with
stakeholder concerns, and company success with social progress. In doing so, executives
can serve as agents of societal betterment – providing products and services that not only
address a market need, but the expectations of consumers and society – while accessing
new markets, creating demand and spurring growth.
In light of this, Ellen Kullman, Chair of the Board and CEO, DuPont, is convening
an executive forum to provide insight and spark dialogue about innovation and
collaboration as a means to transform company culture and accelerate growth.
Participants will be able to interact with one another, share best practices, and forge new
contacts with executives of leading companies around the world.
We look forward to welcoming you to the 2013 DuPont Executive Forum in Dubai.
3. CONFIRMED SPEAKERS
HE Sultan
Bin Saeed Al
Mansouri
Minister of Economy
of the United Arab
Emirates
Dmitry Konov
CEO and Chairman
of the Management
Board, SIBUR
Group
Ellen Kullman
Chair of the Board
and CEO, DuPont
Khalid A. Al-Falih
President and Chief
Executive Officer,
Saudi Arabian Oil
Company (Saudi
Aramco)
Sanjiv Mehta
Chairman for Unilever
– North Africa and
Middle East.
HE Dr. Elissar
Sarrouh
UN Resident
Coordinator & UNDP
Resident Representative
Abu Dhabi, United Arab
Emirates
4. Reinhold
Buttgereit
Secretary General,
EPIA (European
Photovoltaic Industry
Association)
Alf Bjørseth
Chairman,
Renewable Energy
Council
Nenad Pacek
Founder and
President,
Global Success
Advisors GmbH
& Co-founder,
CEEMEA Business
Group
Gerald Lawless
President and Group
CEO, Jumeirah Group
Shri Nikhil R.
Meswani
Executive Director,
Reliance
Chesley
Sullenberger
Hero pilot
THE DUPONT CEO FORUM
Accelerating Sustainable Growth Through Innovation & Collaboration
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS
5. PROGRAMME
Day 1 – 24 September
6.00pm – 9.00pm CEREMONY AND GALA DINNER
The evening programme will feature the 11th edition of the DuPont Safety and Sustainability
Awards Ceremony, chaired by Andrew Sharman, President of the Jury. The ceremony will be
followed by a gourmet dinner with entertainment inspired by local culture.
Day 2 – 25 September
8.00am BREAKFAST REGISTRATION
9.00am – 9.30am OPENING PLENARY
Leadership at a Crossroads: Building a Sustainable Economy Through Collaboration
Keynote speaker: Ellen Kullman, Chair of the Board and CEO, DuPont
9.30am – 10.30am PANEL DISCUSSION
Driving Sustainable Growth Amongst Complexity
Moderator: James Weigand, President, DuPont Sustainable Solutions
In light of tepid growth projections and volatile market dynamics within emerging and developed
economies alike, companies are faced with the challenge of augmenting agility and speed and driving
growth concurrently. Within this context, how can companies best compete? Panellists will speak to
this issue, as well as the role of sustainable business practices, collaboration and innovation in achieving
improved outcomes, both for business and society.
10.30am – 11.00am BREAK
11.00am – 12.00pm PANEL DISCUSSION
Securing our Energy Future
Moderator: Dave Miller, President, DuPont Electronics & Communications
By 2050, global energy demand is projected to double spurred on by population growth that will
exceed nine billion, rapidly industrialising economies, and a rise in the standard of living in many
developing countries. The future of energy will depend on the interplay of a number of factors
including increasing levels of efficiency, supply & demand management, innovation, government
policy, and the transitions to renewable energy sources. In this panel, leading energy experts will discuss
shifting global energy patterns and address key technologies, energy trends and strategies that will power
us toward a cleaner and more efficient future.
6. 12.00pm – 1.30pm LUNCH
1.30pm – 2.30pm PANEL DISCUSSION
Building Nutrition and Health in a Growing Population
Moderator: Craig Binetti, President, DuPont Nutrition & Health
Ensuring that enough healthy, nutritious food is available for people everywhere is one of the
most critical challenges facing humanity. The need for both affordable and nutritious food to feed
growing populations in the Middle East and beyond is a growing concern. Panellists will address
these issues across the value chain – from agricultural development to food distribution.
2.30pm – 3.30pm PANEL DISCUSSION
Promoting Sustainability and Growth in Emerging Regions
Moderator: Ian Hudson, President, DuPont Europe, Middle East and Africa
Sustainable development as a concept emphasises a holistic, equitable and long-term approach
to decision-making at all levels. It emphasises not just strong economic performance, but
intergenerational equity, and the integration of social, economic and environmental goals and
objectives. As the world shifts its focus to emerging markets, how can multinationals develop local
capabilities and support the sustainable growth in developing regions? Panellists will explore the
approaches, models and strategies that lead to business success and the creation of social value.
3.30pm – 3.45pm BREAK
3.45pm – 4.45pm MODERATED SESSION
Identify common themes around Sustainability that arise from the 4 panels.
• How can leaders drive improved operational performance and stimulate sustainable growth in a
volatile economic climate?
• What is an acceptable risk profile – political, economic and social – within the new global
paradigm?
• How do you balance the need for long-term investments in sustainability and the need to
deliver short-term results?
4.45pm – 5.00pm CLOSING REMARKS
THE DUPONT CEO FORUM
Accelerating Sustainable Growth Through Innovation & Collaboration
7. ABOUT THE DUPONT SAFETY AND SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS
Over the last decade, the annual DuPont Safety Awards rewarded the most significant
projects in safety, led by individuals, companies or organisations and considered
programmes, projects or contributions to safety in the workplace or in greater society.
In this 11th edition, the celebration will evolve to reward not only projects in safety, but
also in sustainability. Hence, the DuPont Safety Awards have now become the DuPont
Safety and Sustainability Awards. This change reflects the evolution of our economical
and societal challenges, and enhances the way DuPont is advocating for corporate
stewardship in safety as well as sustainability.
PRIZES ARE AWARDED IN 6 CATEGORIES
• Safety Performance Improvement
• Innovative Approach to Safety
• Visible Management Commitment to Safety
• Sustainable Corporate Footprint
• Cultural Evolution in Safety or Sustainability
• Stakeholder Engagement for Sustainability
jury members
Andrew Sharman (Jury President) – Safety, Health and Well-being, Environment,
Health & Safety Director, Owens-Illinois
Richard Wiley – European Operations Director, DuPont de Nemours International SA
Janet Lynne Asherson – Environment, Health & Safety Advisor, International
Organization of Employers and a Member of the International Labour Organization
Governing Body
Louis Wustemann – Journalist and Editor, Health and Safety at Work magazine
Walter R Stahel – Vice Secretary General and Head of Risk Management Research,
International Association for the Study of Insurance Economics
Andrea Brown – Project Director, Chemical Sector, World Business Council for
Sustainable Development
8. VENUE – Madinat Jumeirah, DUBAI
Madinat Jumeirah lies in a superb location along the prestigious Jumeirah beach strip,
close to up-market residences, where careful town planning has ensured exclusively
low-rise constructions.
By road, guests can enjoy easy access to all local amenities and business districts and the
area is well served by taxis, as well as Madinat Jumeirah’s own limousine service.
• Located 25 minutes from Dubai International Airport
• Close to Dubai Media City, Dubai Internet City and The Palm Jumeirah
• Close to all leisure and commercial attractions
• Situated adjacent to Burj Al Arab, Wild Wadi and Jumeirah Beach Hotel
• Ten minutes by car to the nearest shopping mall
• A complimentary shuttle bus (and metro station) service is available to all guests
to the mall
Madinat Jumeirah
Jumeirah Beach Rd
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
+971 4 366 8888
mjinfo@jumeirah.com
THE DUPONT CEO FORUM
Accelerating Sustainable Growth Through Innovation & Collaboration
