The Governance Advantage: Benefit Corporations and the Future of Business
Faculty
Lorenzo Fioramonti
Professor, Academic Director, NATIVA Campus
Juan Diego Filippi
Impact Law & Governance Lead, NATIVA | Global Expert on Benefit Corporations
This masterclass, hosted by Envisia – Boards of Elite in partnership with Aspen Institute Romania, gives board leaders and strategic decision-makers the roadmap to lead in this new era — one where governance isn’t just about oversight, but about building companies that matter.
Meet the Experts
Thought Leaders Guiding the Day
Prof. Lorenzo Fioramonti
Academic Director, NATIVA Campus | Former Italian Minister of Education | Member, Club of Rome
A global thought leader on wellbeing economics, sustainable governance, and institutional innovation.
Juan Diego Mujica Filippi
Impact Law & Governance Lead, NATIVA | Global Expert on Benefit Corporations
A Harvard Law graduate and legal pioneer in impact governance and corporate transformation.
Why This Masterclass?
The world is changing. Is your board ready?
From social inequality and climate breakdown to market distrust and regulatory pressure, the traditional growth-at-all-costs model is cracking. Boards must now answer to more than shareholders — they must lead with purpose, prove impact, and rebuild trust from the inside out.
This masterclass tackles that transformation head-on. With global experts at the helm, it offers not just theory, but a call to action — and a toolkit to help your organization rise to the moment.
Who Should Be in the Room
For those steering the future of their organizations, this masterclass is for:
- Board Directors and Chairs
- CEOs and C-suite Executives
- ESG, CSR, Legal, and Finance Professionals
- Investors, Founders, and Strategic Consultants
- Professionals shaping governance, branding, or corporate impact
What Are the Key Takeaways
This is not just theory — it’s a call to transformation. You’ll gain:
- Strategic insight on how Benefit Corporations can increase credibility, resilience, and long-term value
- Legal clarity and practical steps for transitioning to a purpose-led business model
- Case studies from European companies already leading the shift
- A copy of Wellbeing Economy by Prof. Lorenzo Fioramonti
- A Certificate of Participation with 4 CPD Hours
- And most importantly, access to a community of like-minded leaders shaping the future of governance
Masterclass Program Highlights
Morning Session:
- Why today’s economy is no longer fit for purpose
- The flaws of GDP as a measure of success
- The global rise of the Wellbeing Economy
- Governance innovation for a regenerative future
Afternoon Session:
- What is a Benefit Corporation — and how to become one
- Legal, operational, and reputational implications
- The board’s evolving role in purpose-led organizations
- Romanian and international case studies
- Guest speaker from a Romanian Benefit Corporation
- Book signing & networking lunch
A detailed agenda is available by downloading the masterclass brochure.
Join the Masterclass
- Where: Intercontinental Athénée Palace – Mozart 1&2, Bucharest
- When: 29 October 2025
- Language: English
Pricing & Registration
- Individual Ticket: €500 + VAT
- Team of 2–3: €450 + VAT per person
- Team of 4+: €425 + VAT per person
(Payments in RON equivalent.)
Limited seats available – register by 20 October 2025
To reserve your seat:
Ana Radu – Programs Director
ana.radu@envisia.eu | 📞 +40 722 710 783
Purpose Is the New Performance
This is your chance to stay ahead of the curve.
Join a global shift in business thinking — and lead your board with purpose, clarity, and impact.
