Friday, June 5, 2026

ESG and sustainability more specifically can often seem abstract. Some organizations pay sustainability lip service while believing actual implementation is impractical or unprofitable. 

In this session, you'll see how real organizations are approaching ESG and the direct benefit their initiatives are having on their bottom lines as well as those of their clients. If you or your organization is interested in actionable ESG insights that provide real competitive advantage and make your business more sustainable and environmentally friendly, you won't want to miss this discussion. 

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About the panelists:

Katie Bishop
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Program Manager
PECO Pallet

Katie Bishop is the ESG Program Manager at PECO Pallet, where she leads sustainability strategy across operations and supply chain networks. Since joining in 2024, she has driven sustainability reporting, advanced greenhouse gas reduction targets, and implemented data-driven initiatives that embed ESG principles into business operations. She leads PECO’s 2050 net-zero commitment and oversees its implementation roadmap. Prior to PECO, Katie served as Director of Corporate ESG at Forward Air, overseeing enterprise-wide ESG strategy, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. A graduate of Auburn University and based in San Diego, California, she is committed to advancing measurable climate action and promoting sustainable practices across the supply chain.  

Lauren Foulkes
Senior Director, Sustainability and Business Development
4Refuel

Lauren Foulkes is the Senior Director of Sustainability and Business Development at 4Refuel, where she leads initiatives to help customers achieve their sustainability goals and drives scalable growth through execution of the company’s energy transition strategy. With deep technical expertise in decarbonization pathways, alternative and renewable fuels, and carbon markets, Lauren plays a pivotal role in shaping 4Refuel’s approach to low-carbon energy solutions. Prior to joining 4Refuel in early 2022, Lauren spent over a decade at Finning International, the world’s largest Caterpillar dealer, where she led global governance and standardization of the environment, health, and safety (EHS) program. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of British Columbia and has specialized training in alternative fuels, lifecycle assessment, and emissions quantification.

Trevor Plett
Chief Operating Officer
RR Plett Trucking

Trevor Plett is the Chief Operating Officer and a member of the executive leadership team at RR Plett Trucking, a leading transportation, and logistics provider in Western Canada. Based in Langley, British Columbia, Trevor brings nearly 20 years of experience in trucking operations and logistics leadership. In his role as COO, he oversees company-wide operations including logistics, dispatch, driver performance, compliance, customer service, and continuous improvement initiatives. Known for his disciplined, people-focused leadership style, Trevor plays a key role in driving operational excellence, efficiency, and long-term growth across the organization.