Work with thought leaders and academic experts in esg

Joel Hartter is an international expert in sustainability and a sustainable business strategist, with more than two decades of experience. His diverse career spans work in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. He has worked with dozens of organizations and industry leaders to embed sustainability within brands, align sustainability to create strategic growth opportunities, manage and mitigate risk, and create a compelling business proposition for sustainability. Joel brings his extensive knowledge, experience and network to every engagement, providing strategic guidance on sustainability and ESG goals for startups to Fortune 500 companies, local, state, and federal government, higher education, and non-profits each year. Joel takes his practice into the classroom, into the boardrooms, and into corporate offices, where he is committed to educating the next sustainability leaders and helping business turn intentions into actions, and accelerate their path for a sustainable future. He teaches university and professional courses, master classes, and seminars to >20,000 people annually. Joel is also widely regarded for his commitment to workforce development and higher ed innovation. He has created and led numerous successful business units, academic programs, and higher ed-private sector partnerships. He leverages EdTech, work-integrated education, and leading curriculum design to create cutting edge learning programs for companies, schools, and universities.

Tensie Whelan is the Director of the NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business, where she is bringing her 25 years of experience working on local, national and international sustainability issues to engage businesses in proactive and innovative mainstreaming of sustainability. Tensie has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Business Ethics and was a Citi Fellow in Leadership and Ethics at NYU Stern. Her research interests include ESG investing and sustainable business.

Jacquelyn's main research interest is in how environmental, social and governance factors impact on investment decision-making for investors and corporations. She also has an active interdisciplinary research agenda in sustainability more broadly. She also has a research interest in funds management. Jacquelyn has published in well-regarded international finance journals including *Journal of Corporate Finance*, *Journal of Banking and Finance* and *Journal of Business Ethics*, as well as in journals outside of finance including *Nature Climate Change*, *Global Environmental Change* and *Journal of Cleaner Production*.She has been the recipient of AFAANZ research grants and numerous internal grants. She was a Vice President of the Financial Research Network, where she oversaw a program of career development for academic women in finance. Jacquelyn has received a BEL Faculty Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning or Experience - Commendation award and a UQ Business School Dean's award for Impactful Leadership.

Ramy Ayoub is a marketing professional, entrepreneur, and digital transformation expert. In 2007, he founded the Red Sea Academy for Tourism & Entertainment Services, which quickly became a trusted provider of entertainment services for over 20 upscale hotel groups in the EMEA region. Throughout his career, Ramy has consistently demonstrated his marketing prowess, managing operations and serving as a marketing consultant for leading branding activation campaigns globally for art & cultural festivals, hotels, and regional companies. He has a proven track record of generating remarkable results and has helped many organizations achieve their business goals through effective marketing strategies. Ramy's exceptional skills and marketing acumen have earned him a reputation as a thought leader in the industry. He is passionate about helping businesses adapt to the rapidly changing digital landscape and has played a key role in driving digital transformation across various sectors. Ramy possesses a rare mix of strategic marketing acumen with excellent leadership, change management, and business process abilities. He has worked with key stakeholders to maximize external relationships with the government and allies to attract fresh business opportunities. Ramy has demonstrated a track record of developing creative marketing strategies and solutions that enable multiple successes through multi-channel sales-driven and customer-centric activities. He has also maximized profitability through sponsorships, loyalty programs, and partnerships with local and international entities. Ramy Ayoub has a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to support effective communication and result-driven revenue growth Throughout his career with Hilton Hotels, IHG, Sun International Hotels & Casinos, Port Ghalib Resort, UNWTO, Porto Marina, Porto El Soukhna, Jazz Hotels Group, Thomas Cook, TUI Group, TEZ Tours, Odeon Tours, Vodafone, Zain Telecom, Raya Telecom, Ministry Of Sound, RedBull, Heineken, and Bitburger Beer,... He has overseen a number of initiatives, managing the development and implementation of strategic marketing positioning in the execution of all messaging, positioning, and marketing strategies. He has ensured that brand-compliant content is delivered to maximize exposure and achieve budget and revenue growth. Ramy's innovative approach toward new possibilities for collaboration, sponsorship, and market diversification has been a hallmark of his work, earning him a reputation as a thought leader in the field of marketing. His ability to generate creative marketing strategies and solutions have enabled multiple successes through multi-channel sales-driven and customer-centric activities. Ramy has also maximized profitability through sponsorships, loyalty programs, and partnerships with local and international entities. As a passionate marketing professional with a strong work ethic and a wide range of experience, Ramy is constantly seeking to unleash his creativity with future-proof solutions and make a significant contribution to his team and organization. In addition to his work in marketing and digital transformation, Ramy Ayoub has also been involved in initiatives aimed at promoting sustainability and reducing food waste. He is currently collaborating with several organizations to develop strategies that leverage digital technologies to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, and promote sustainable practices. Ramy believes that digital transformation can play a critical role in creating a more sustainable future and is committed to using his expertise to drive positive change in this area.

Denada Ibrushi, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Finance at the Greehey School of Business at St. Mary’s University. Ibrushi’s research interests span the fields of empirical asset pricing, financial econometrics, and ESG investing. She has presented her work at multiple international conferences. Ibrushi is a design thinker and has attended the Teaching and Learning Studio Summer 2022 at Stanford University.