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Join us for “Connected Futures” in Hamburg: Exploring best practices in human rights and supply chains

Connected Futures Roundtable Event

We are pleased to launch the first edition of LRQA’s annual event “Connected futures”- jointly organized by LRQA Advisory and EiQ, our supply chain intelligence software. The roundtable brings together industry leaders, legal experts, and forward-thinking professionals to explore the evolving landscape of human rights and environmental due diligence (HREDD) as well as responsible sourcing.

In our first edition, we are excited to welcome two thought leaders from our network and LRQA speakers:

  • Mina Aryobsei-Bergmann, Head of Human Rights Office at Merck as well as
  • Marlen Vesper-Gräske, Counsel at Freshfields
  • Theresa Gigov and Jens Winkler, LRQA Advisory
  • Andy Gibbard and Danny Parker, EiQ by LRQA

In interactive sessions, we will explore…

  • Industry insights from EiQ’s latest study on the evolving state of risk management and supply chain due diligence gained from more than 600 participants
  • HREDD in a volatile regulatory environment: Drawing on experience with existing standards like the UNGPs and legislation (e.g. LkSG), we’ll discuss how to effectively implement HREDD in light of the upcoming EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) and beyond, including strategies for navigating regulatory uncertainty and future-proofing your due diligence processes
  • Responsible sourcing and forced labour: Learn about latest developments regarding forced labour regulations (UFLPA, EUFLR) and their implementation as well as how EiQ can support compliance with strong data

We would be delighted to welcome you to this timely peer-to-peer exchange, designed to help you enhance the efficiency and resilience of your HREDD and responsible sourcing approach.

Our collaborative roundtable is limited to 30 participants and held under Chatham House Rule to create an exclusive space for open dialogue. Participation is free of charge.

Date: Thursday, 12 March 2026, 11:30 – 17:00 h (incl. Lunch) CET

Venue: Wälderhaus, Am Inselpark 19, 21109 Hamburg, Germany (Maps) near S-Bahn station “Wilhelmsburg”

 

Any questions? Please contact: Johanna Tensi, LRQA Advisory

 

Event agenda

Detailed event agenda will be released shortly

Where others see risk, we see what’s possible – let’s shape the future together.

LRQA Advisory supports clients to address today’s most pressing sustainability and compliance challenges, such as business and human rights, responsible sourcing, as well as sustainability strategy & performance. Learn more on www.lrqa.com.

EiQ is the leading supply chain intelligence software designed to help businesses achieve total supply chain confidence through data-driven insights. Learn more on www.eiq.com.