Transform. Inspire. Impact.
Shape progress. Drive innovation. Create value.
Join us at MOMENTUM, Deloitte’s annual flagship event where we will discuss the future of sustainability in the context of regulatory and geopolitical challenges. With the Omnibus Directive raising questions on the EU’s commitment to sustainability, the focus shifts to leaders taking action and building long-term business models for ESG-conscious investors. Discover how ESG can drive change, innovation, create value, and shape competitive strategies in Luxembourg. Be part of the conversation that defines the future of sustainable business.
This fourth edition of MOMENTUM will kick off with a keynote speech by Alexandre Mars, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and founder and CEO of the investment firm blisce/, the Epic Foundation, and the social EdTech, INFIИITE. Highlighting transformative insights on sustainable investing, geopolitical trends, and innovation, Alexandre will share his vision for the future of sustainability.
Expert-led panel discussions will follow, addressing the complexities businesses face when balancing sustainable impact alongside economic growth.
Agenda
08:30 – 08:45 |
Welcome coffee & registration |
08:45 – 09:00 |
Welcome speech John Psaila | CEO & Managing Partner, Deloitte Luxembourg |
09:00 – 10:00 |
FIRESIDE CHAT A Conversation with Alexandre Mars: Investing in the future Alexandre Mars | Entrepreneur, philanthropist, Founder & CEO, blisce/, the Epic Foundation, and INFIИITE Oriane Schoonbroodt | Partner, Deloitte Luxembourg |
10:00 – 10:45 |
PANEL Impact or illusion: Has asset management delivered on sustainable investing? François Ralet | Head of Management Company, Wellington Luxembourg Shaneera Rasqué | ESG Coordinator - investment funds, CSSF Sergio Venti | Partner, Deloitte Luxembourg Moderator: Chloé Piquet | Director, Deloitte Luxembourg |
10:45 – 11:05 |
Coffee break |
11:05 – 11:50 |
PANEL Thrive or fade: Redefining sustainability’s role in driving Europe's growth Carlos Eduardo Martins | Principal Portfolio Manager, ESM Jérôme Petry | Director Circular Economy and Clean Technologies, Ministry of Economy Sudhakar Sivaji | Chief Financial Officer, Aperam Imeshi Weerasinghe | Chief Executive Officer, WEO Moderator: Bettina Werner | Partner, Deloitte Luxembourg |
11:50 – 12:00 |
A reflection on key moments of Sustainability and Innovation Avanti Sharma | Director of Artificial Intelligence & Growth, Workshop4Me |
12:00 – 13:30 |
Networking lunch |
“MOMENTUM 2025 brought together individuals across industry to share their perspectives, collaborate, and connect. The event converged impact, ethics, and business highlighting the future of Sustainable transformation. A highlight was John Psaila's opening speech, covering how a 'MOMENTUM' is not just force, but movement with meaning. In the closing speech, after hearing the views of the panellists and speakers, I proposed the definition of MOMENTUM as "an occurrence with a profound transformational impact on the way we live and prepare for the future"
- Avanti Sharma
Speakers
Alexandre Mars
Entrepreneur, philanthropist, and founder & CEO blisce/, the Epic Foundation and INFIИITE. ©Patrick Fouque / Paris Match / Scoop.
Carlos Eduardo Martins
Principal Portfolio Manager ESM
Jérôme Petry
Director Circular Economy and Clean Technologies. Ministry of Economy
Chloé Piquet
Director, Regulatory Support. Deloitte Luxembourg
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John Psaila
CEO & Managing Partner. Deloitte Luxembourg
François Ralet
Head of Management Company. Wellington Luxembourg
Shaneera Rasqué
ESG Coordinator - investment funds. CSSF
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Oriane Schoonbroodt
Partner, Sustainability Assurance. Deloitte Luxembourg
Avanti Sharma
Director of Artificial Intelligence & Growth. Workshop4Me
Sudhakar Sivaji
Chief Financial Officer. Aperam
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Sergio Venti
Partner, Asset Management & Banking sectors. Deloitte Luxembourg
Bettina Werner
Partner, Sustainability Transformation. Deloitte Luxembourg
Imeshi Weerasinghe
Chief Executive Officer. WEO
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Sustainable investment strategies: Has asset management delivered on sustainable investing? Or have regulations hindered the progress of sustainable investment strategies?
Synergy between sustainability and profitability: Considering the growing challenge of global markets, how can we align sustainability and profitability in today’s competitive and rapidly changing landscape?
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A Green Business Event
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The Ministry of Economy’s General Directorate for Tourism has certified MOMENTUM with the “Green Business Event” logo for its environmentally conscious organization. This logo is bestowed to business event organizers who respect precise criteria of eco-responsibility and inclusivity. More information can be found on
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Contacts
CEO & Managing Partner
Partner, Finance & Sustainability Transformation
Partner, Sustainability Assurance Leader
Partner, Asset Management & Banking sectors
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