ABOUT THE AUTHOR
John Mark Respeto
JM is a Technical Accounting Senior Manager and the ESG Knowledge Lead of Scrubbed.
In his Technical Accounting Professional role, he assists companies in ensuring compliance with accounting standards (particularly the adoption of new standards), preparing/reviewing financial statements, and navigating complex accounting transactions.
As the ESG knowledge lead, he has a deep understanding of emerging ESG regulations, principles, and practices. He assists companies in ESG risk assessments, sustainability reporting, carbon accounting, and sustainability advisory.
JM has 10 years of solid, in-depth accounting, auditing, and sustainability experience and extensive knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and sustainability standards. Before joining Scrubbed, he was an Assurance Senior Manager at PwC Philippines, with international audit experience in EY Barbados. His client portfolio included top global companies in retail and distribution, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, hotels, business services, not-for-profit organizations, and education.
JM graduated Summa cum Laude from Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM) and passed the Philippine CPA licensure examination in 2014.
Content
PPA and VPPA: Taking advantage of sustainable financial benefits
Discover how PPAs and VPPAs can stabilize energy costs, generate Renewable Energy Credits, and enhance sustainability while improving financial performance.
California’s Diversity Reporting in the Venture Capital World
Discover how California's Senate Bill 54 aims to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in venture capital funding. Learn about the new reporting requirements for venture capital companies and their impact on underrepresented groups.
Sustainability Beyond Profit: ESG Trends for Nonprofit Organizations
Nonprofits & ESG: Learn how Environmental, Social & Governance principles are impacting the future of nonprofit organizations
Sustainable Spaces: From Compliance to Commitment
Buildings are 40% of global CO2 emissions! Learn how Sustainable Spaces can help the building & construction industry reduce its environmental impact.
Decoding the Digital Ledger: Navigating FASB’s New Standards for Crypto Assets and Intangibles (ASU 2023-08)
Dive into the evolving world of crypto accounting with insights on FASB's ASU 2023-08. Uncover the transformative impact in our latest blog.
2023 Key US Regulatory Updates
Before the year ends, take note of key regulatory updates in the US that may affect your business, particularly those effective January 2024.
Customer Loyalty Programs: Achieving Success and Measuring Results
Attracting new customers drives expansion, but retention is key. In retail, Customer Loyalty Programs (CLPs) are essential.
How ESG Movement Affects Your Accounting and Financial Reporting
ESG criteria are playing an increasingly important role in business decision-making. From an accounting perspective, it is important to understand how ESG can impact your business. This blog will explore some of the ways in which ESG can affect your financial reporting and offer recommendations on how to stay ahead of this trend.