Work with thought leaders and academic experts in sustainability

I am a Professor in the Department of Management and the Co-founder of the Chair of Leadership and Diversity at the ESSEC Business, Paris-Singapore. My previous full-time academic posts include assignments in Canada and the UK. For ESSEC I have been teaching in a wide range of graduate and executive management programs in France and Germany. Much of my expertise and interests are in areas of responsible leadership, diversity management, international human resources management, and organizational behavior. I have shared my experiences in a wide range of academic and public arenas, and I have published several books on responsible leadership, diversity management, and international human resources management related aspects. My research has also been published in numerous book chapters and articles in both the international trade and academic press. My teaching assignments have brought me to a wide range of academic institutions in Mexico, Taiwan, Spain, New Zealand, Germany, Bahrain, Peru, Panama, Canada, USA and Cambodia. I am an editorial board member and reviewer for numerous international academic management journals. I have served as a member of the Observatoire de la diversité et de la parité at the French Interior Ministry, and I have developed and conducted company training programs for firms in France and internationally.

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.

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.

My research is focused on scalable behavioral science-based interventions to encourage the adoption of behaviors associated with improved wellness outcomes.

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.

Hanna Breetz is a political scientist who studies the political economy of alternative energy, focusing on biofuels and synthetic fuels. Her research investigates both the drivers of alternative energy policy - including the role of interest groups, decision-making institutions, and information about science and technology - as well as the impact of energy policy on innovation and technological change.