Balancing Societal and Financial Risk and the Importance of Impact Investing

24 Jun 2026
Finance & Investment Stage
Finance & Investment

Financial risk is measurable, immediate and closely tied to profits — societal risk is broader, affecting reputation, stakeholders and long-term license to operate. Yet in today’s interconnected world, social issues can quickly translate into financial impact. This panel explores how areas such as investment management, corporate finance and risk management can identify, quantify and act on societal risks without losing sight of financial performance.

Expect practical frameworks, real-world examples and debate on how impact investing, ESG and social considerations are reshaping modern risk management.

Moderator
Clifford James Prior CBE
Clifford James Prior CBE, Board Adviser - Gifftid AI
Speakers
Nadina Stodiek
Nadina Stodiek, Co-Head of Impact Management - Schroders
Ben Constable-Maxwell
Ben Constable-Maxwell, Head of Impact Investing - M&G Plc
Stephanie Dawoud
Stephanie Dawoud, Head of Communications & Engagement - Impact Investing Institute