On Sustainability, Financial Products, and Mindset
- Sylvain Richer de Forges
- 2 days ago
- 1 min read
Sustainability is not a product. It's a mindset.

Too often in the financial sector, sustainability conversations with clients are narrowly framed around ESG-labeled products. But real impact doesn’t come from treating ESG as a separate asset class, it comes from embedding sustainability into every investment and advisory conversation.
Front office teams, relationship managers, bankers, advisors, are in a powerful position. But to truly serve clients and society in today's world, we must go beyond selling ESG products.
We need to:
- Integrate sustainability considerations into all products—across equities, fixed income, alternatives, lending, and beyond.
- Engage clients in holistic discussions about risks, opportunities, and purpose—not just labels.
- Shift from compliance-driven ESG to strategic sustainability advisory that aligns with clients' long-term values and goals.
This isn't about adding another layer. It’s about reframing how we define value, financial, social, and environmental, across every client interaction.
It’s time for a mindset shift:
From "selling ESG" , to embedding sustainability into all portfolios and relationships.
Let’s build the future of finance, together.
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