This exclusive morning event will take place at Windmill Hill, on the beautiful Waddesdon Estate on Tuesday 22 September, and will welcome around 25 attendees from a range of sectors.

The session will focus on supporting delivery of the Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) and will include the launch of our online portfolio of nature projects.

What to expect

During the morning, we will:

• Raise awareness of the area's Local Nature Recovery Strategy and showcase a pipeline of nature projects available for corporate support
• Explore business perspectives – understanding what organisations are looking for when investing in local nature initiatives
• Hear case studies from leading nature organisations and businesses already supporting nature recovery
• Share practical examples of how partnerships can benefit both nature and corporates
• Connect with peers through informal networking opportunities
• Help shape a new network designed to match businesses with impactful nature recovery projects

Guest speakers

We will hear from representatives of leading conservation organisations and local businesses, sharing examples of projects supported by corporates and the outcomes achieved for both nature and business. We are pleased to welcome our speakers Estelle Bailey MBE, CEO of the Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust; John Shaw, MD of Chiltern Rangers; Victoria Miles MBE DL, CEO of MK Parks Trust; Chris Bridgman MBE, Gardens in the Sky; and Richard Collins, CSR Accreditation.

Who should attend

This event is aimed at:

• Business leaders and decision-makers
• Sustainability, ESG, and CSR leads
• Organisations interested in supporting local environmental and nature-based projects

Why attend

• Gain insight into priority nature recovery opportunities in Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes
• Learn how your organisation can get involved and the benefits that would arise
• Build connections with like-minded businesses and environmental partners
• Help shape a collaborative, forward-looking corporate network

Future network

This event will launch a new 6-monthly Corporate Nature Network, creating ongoing opportunities to:

• Align business support with local environmental priorities
• Share knowledge and best practice
• Develop meaningful partnerships that deliver lasting impact

Logistics

• Free onsite parking, directions to be provided nearer the time
• Light refreshments will be provided