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Committing to Innovative Circularity with Mary Jacques of Lenovo

As Executive Director, Global ESG and Regulatory Compliance at Lenovo, Mary Jacques is responsible for managing Lenovo’s corporate teams of SMEs charged with managing product regulatory compliance; Lenovo’s ISO quality, environmental, and energy management systems; and Lenovo’s corporate ESG programs.  Within Mary’s organization, the Global ESG team leads the company’s efforts to drive Lenovo’s corporate climate change, product…

Leading a Cultural Movement with Allison Begalman and Heather Fipps of the Hollywood Climate Summit

Allison Begalman and Heather Fipps are two of the co-founders of the Hollywood Climate Summit, which this year will take place June 2-4 at The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences in Los Angeles. It will be an action packed event filled with creative, cross-sector media professionals looking to uplevel their climate knowledge, break…

Greening the Supply Chain with Stephan Schablinski of DHL

Stephan Schablinski is the Executive Vice President of Operations Excellence – GoGreen at DHL Supply Chain, a division of DHL Group, where he plays a pivotal role in advancing the North American GoGreen strategic agenda. In this capacity, he is also a key member of the North American ESG Steering Committee, focused on integrating sustainability…

Developing Global Sustainability Solutions with Sue Brown of Worley

Sue Brown is responsible for driving the sustainability vision and strategy for Worley, a global leader in delivering professional project and asset services across the energy, chemicals, and resources industries. She advises the Board and management on emerging sustainability and climate issues. Prior to this role Sue was Group Director of Corporate Affairs, with responsibility…

Focusing on Sustainable Solutions with Darrell Fleming-Kendall of the ITAD Summit

Darrell Fleming-Kendall is the events manager and special projects director for the ITAD Summit, Mobile Disrupt, and CarbonWyze. Darrell has worked in the recycling industry for the past 15 years, before that focusing on international development. Darrell holds a BA from Bowling Green Statue University and an MA from the University of Kansas. In his…

Learning that “Your Mom’s a Person Too” with Children’s Book Author Daniela Saltzman

Daniela Saltzman is the founder and CEO of Saltzman & Co., a communications advisory firm that enables companies to generate value from sustainable products and services. Clients include a global media company, investment firms, and early stage businesses. She is also the author of a new children’s book titled Your Mom’s a Person Too! —…

Amplifying the Mobility Sector with Bob Lafon of Mobile Disrupt and Capital Growth Partners

Bob Lafon is a wireless/mobility professional and thought leader of nearly 35 years. He is a co-founder of Mobile Disrupt, which is happening this year at the Fontainbleu Miami Beach July 8-9, 2025. It is the foremost gathering for professionals in the Mobility sector. Attendees span from mobility to enterprise experts, including resellers, brokers, electronic…

Harnessing Cellular Breakthroughs to Manage Stress and Toxins with Dr. Nayan Patel

Dr. Nayan Patel is an alumnus of the University Of Southern California School Of Pharmacy, where he now serves as adjunct faculty. A pharmacist for over three decades, Patel is an internationally recognized expert, consultant, and lecturer on the Master Antioxidant Glutathione and has traveled the world educating practitioners and pharmacists on advanced biochemistry and…

Providing Proactive Tools for Healing with Michele and Cloé Bohbot of Oxynergy2

Co-Founders Michele and Cloé and their team at Oxynergy2 personalize wellness protocols to proactively heal and rejuvenate people’s bodies inside and out. The mission is to empower guests with proactive care, boosting cognitive function, reversing aging, and improving overall vitality. Oxynergy2 is a premier longevity center dedicated to enhancing health through preventive and wellness therapies,…

Empowering Education with Katie Lewis of the Burger King Foundation

Katie Lewis is the Executive Director of the Burger King Foundation, leading transformative initiatives that align with the Foundation’s mission to empower individuals through education and community support. Under her leadership, the Foundation has achieved remarkable milestones, including raising a record-breaking $9.1 million in 2024 to fund scholarships and innovative programs like the “Crown a…

Enhancing Longevity with Dr. Valter Longo of USC

Dr. Valter Longo is the Edna M. Jones Professor of Gerontology and Biological Sciences at the USC Davis School of Gerontology, where he also directs the Longevity Institute. With a PhD in Biochemistry from UCLA, his research delves into the fundamental mechanisms of aging, focusing on dietary interventions like the Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) to…

Delivering Profits Through Principles with Jennifer DuBuisson of Levi Strauss & Co.

As the Senior Director of Global Sustainability at Levi Strauss & Co., Jennifer DuBuisson is responsible for the company’s sustainability strategy and targets and leads its work in climate, water, waste and sustainable chemistry. In this role, she supports LS&Co.’s mission to deliver profits through principles to make an outsized impact on the world. Prior…