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TAKE UP THE CHALLENGES OF EVENTS & ACT FOR A SUSTAINABLE SOCIETY

In line with the Principality of Monaco’s long-standing commitment to sustainable development, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an integral part of the Grimaldi Forum. Since its creation in 2000, it has positioned itself as a committed player in its homeland and in the events industry, with action as its sole driving force, in the service of a sustainable society for future generations.

A WELL-KNOWN AND CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The Grimaldi Forum Monaco is one of the first European convention and culture centers to obtain ISO 14001 environmental certification and in 2023 will obtain the benchmark ISO 20121 certification in the events industry.

THE MAIN CSR AREAS OF THE GRIMALDI FORUM MONACO

ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION
SOCIAL DIMENSION
ECONOMIC AND SOLIDARITY COMMITMENT

PRIORITY AREAS OF ACTION

Developing a carbon footprint
Participation in Monacube (competition for efficient building practices)
Ongoing eco-design projects summer exhibitions
Sustainability of teleworking and flexible working hours
1 day of working time per employee to support solidarity action
Fight against food waste and insecurity: redistribution of food consumed

The key points at a glance

LEADING FIGURES OF CSR AT THE GRIMALDI FORUM MONACO

FRANÇOISE ROSSI

In 2023, Françoise Rossi, previously Sales and Development Director of the Grimaldi Forum Monaco, becomes Director of CSR, a newly created position.

Its mission: to energize and promote the company's CSR policy, detailed in its social responsibility charter. For Sylvie Biancheri, General Director of the Grimaldi Forum, "Françoise Rossi's perfect knowledge of the entities involved as well as that of the speakers and clients in the events sector, constitutes added value which will make it possible to optimize the implementation of the tools of this policy".

MAUREEN AUBERT

Maureen Aubert, Environment Manager, Certifications and Legal Officer, plays a central role in coordinating certifications and aligning our standards. She also orchestrates the quarterly meetings of the CSR committee of the Grimaldi Forum Monaco, where concrete actions are planned in accordance with ISO 14001 and ISO 20121 certifications.

Each year, the committee focuses on targeted actions, aligned with the three CSR pillars of the Grimaldi Forum Monaco. This strategic approach ensures that every action taken has a significant impact.
 

OTHER MEMBERS OF THE GRIMALDI FORUM MONACO CSR COMMITTEE

Sylvie Biancheri
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Fabienne Guaitolini
FINANCIAL and LEGAL DIRECTOR
Philippe Martin
DIRECTOR OF SECURITY, FIRE EMERGENCY & RISK PREVENTION
Alain Melkonian
BUILDING DIRECTOR
Nathalie Paccino
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Hélène Pringault
DIRECTOR OF EVENTS
Dany Rubrecht
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
Elitsa Bertrand
SALES MANAGER
Christophe Catteau
MANAGER, RADIO & GTC
Maéva Filly-Zwickert
PRODUCTION AND SALES SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Katia Gastaud
CLEANING and SORTING MANAGER
Sébastien Inzirillo
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Jean-David Kadi
STOCK MANAGER
Fabien Mage
CULTURAL MANAGER
Denis Sablereau
CATERING MANAGER
Jean-Paul Vial
FIRE EMERGENCY MANAGER

THINK GLOBAL, ACT LOCAL

FIND HERE THE INITIATIVES AROUND HUMAN AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SHARED EACH YEAR BY THE GRIMALDI FORUM WITH ITS TEAMS.
FEBRUARY
INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S CANCER DAY

On February 15, the GFM lights up in orange to highlight the “Flavien Foundation, a new hope”, the first Monegasque association to fight against pediatric cancers and rare diseases in the Principality.

SEPTEMBER
GREEN EVENT/TEAM BUILDING GFM

During this day, GFM teams are invited to various educational workshops dedicated to the protection of wildlife and the preservation of the local ecosystem.

OCTOBER
OCTOBRE ROSE/PINK RIBBON

The GFM lights up in pink, every year in October, to join forces with Pink Ribbon Monaco on the occasion of the “Pink October” operation which fights against breast cancer and reminds us that screening means saving lives. lives !

NOVEMBER
NO FINISH LINE MONACO

For 15 years, the Grimaldi Forum has participated in the No Finish Line Monaco (NFL). With around a hundred registered employees, the team is keen to support NFL projects for disadvantaged or sick children.

DISCOVER ALL THE LATEST GFM INITIATIVES AROUND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT HERE.
JULY 2024
CULTURE & INCLUSION

The Grimaldi Forum Monaco, in collaboration with CMB Monaco, hosted a cultural and art experience of "Turner's Sublime Legacy" exhibition for individuals with autism as part of its inclusive "culture and inclusion" project.

OCTOBER 2023
WELCOME FOR SKEMA BUSINESS SCHOOL STUDENTS

The opportunity to share actions, commitments and set up a joint study project on the consideration of CSR within the supply chains of GFM events.

OCTOBER 2023

After the closing of the LUXE PACK MONACO show, the Grimaldi Forum shared more than 300 uneaten salads and sandwiches between its employees and the solidarity association Soupe de nuit.

SEPTEMBER 2023
TEAM BUILDING : DISNEYLAND PARIS

On the occasion of the GFM's anniversary, all its employees were able to experience 2 exceptional days in the famous park. On the program, treasure hunts, cohesion workshops, themed dinner and sensational attractions!

SEPTEMBER 2023
GFM EXHIBITIONS: FOR MORE SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT!

The transporter André Chenue provided a precise assessment of the CO2 emissions produced during the transport of the works: more than 20% savings, or 30 tonnes less CO2 in the balance!

SUMMER 2023
GUIDED TOUR OF THE EXHIBITION FOR TEAMS

This year, the GFM teams had the pleasure of delving into the exceptional world of Claude Monet during his major summer exhibition.

JULY 2023
CULTURE FOR ALL!

As part of its partnership with CMB Monaco, the GFM had the immense pleasure of welcoming a group of children accompanied by volunteers from the Les Enfants de Frankie association for a guided tour of the major summer exhibition “Monet en Full Light”.

JUNE 2023
Festival U-PAINT

500m2 of carpets were provided for this event to protect the floor from paint splashes. This initiative helps avoid the unnecessary manufacturing of new carpets while offering a second life to those already used by the GFM.

MAY 2023
The Grimaldi Forum Monaco joins MaConsigne

In order to combat daily food waste, unsold items from the GFM company restaurant are now offered at reduced prices to its staff at the very end of service, in MaConsigne containers.