Last week, more than 100 sustainability thought leaders gathered in Chicago for the Aspen Ideas: Climate event, bringing the conversation on climate solutions to the heart of the Midwest. Against the backdrop of the city’s strong business community and growing climate ambitions, leaders from business, government and advocacy explored not just why climate action matters, but how to make it happen. 

This summer, Zeno's Foodie team had a front-row seat at two of the season’s biggest industry events, the Chicago Executive Club’s Annual Food Summit and the Wall Street Journal Global Food Forum. Here’s what we learned about the trends shaping brand strategy, from tariffs and ultra-processed foods to AI innovations and shifting consumer expectations.

Zeno Group has appointed David Baum as Executive Vice President, Head of Corporate Affairs, East, based in New York City. David will report to Zeno East Managing Director Leah Katz, joining an integrated, award-winning Corporate Affairs practice helping clients navigate their most critical reputational moments. 

Three years ago, Zeno came together to articulate more deeply who we are, why we exist and the impact we want to make as a company. This led to the agency’s new purpose: champion the courageous to achieve something better for humankind. Since then, this purpose has guided us in everything we do.