Date: October 26, 2026
Time: 9:00am EST
Save the Date
Join LRQA and a select group of senior leaders, industry experts, and responsible sourcing professionals for an exclusive, in-person event at the iconic New York Stock Exchange.
LRQA will host its 18th annual Leadership Series at the New York Stock Exchange, sponsored by General Motors (NYSE: GM).
The NY Leadership Series 2026 will explore how organizations are navigating a rapidly shifting landscape of regulation, risk, and global disruption—and what it takes to build future-ready responsible sourcing programs.
Why Attend
As expectations evolve from policy to proof, organizations are under increasing pressure to demonstrate real-world outcomes across their supply chains. This event will provide practical insights, peer perspectives, and forward-looking strategies to help you stay ahead.
Key Themes
AI and the Future of Responsible Sourcing
Discover how AI is transforming risk detection, data analysis, and decision-making—and why it’s becoming a top investment priority for leading organizations.
Forced Labor Enforcement & Traceability
Understand the shift toward evidence-based compliance, including the growing importance of documentation, traceability, and admissibility in global trade.
Tariffs, Trade & Supply Chain Strategy
Explore how ongoing tariff volatility and policy uncertainty are reshaping sourcing decisions—and what this means for responsible sourcing teams.
Regulatory Pressure & Due Diligence
Gain clarity on evolving global and sub-national regulations and how companies are aligning their programs to meet increasing scrutiny.
Data, Visibility & the Confidence Gap
Address the persistent challenges of siloed systems, poor data quality, and limited visibility beyond Tier 1 suppliers.
Emerging Risk Areas
From recruitment fees to heat stress, understand the issues rapidly rising on the agenda—and their impact on both human rights and business continuity.
Who Should Attend
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Responsible sourcing and ESG leaders
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Supply chain and procurement executives
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Compliance and risk professionals
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Sustainability and human rights specialists