Tim Christophersen
Tim Christophersen joined Salesforce as VP, Climate Action in May 2022. Within the global Impact Team, he is focused on the role of nature-based solutions to climate change. Tim is based in Denmark. Before joining Salesforce, Tim was Head of the ‘Nature for Climate’ Branch at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and led a […]
Elisha Caleb
As a visionary CEO, innovator, researcher, and leader, I thrive on driving transformative change and pushing the boundaries of what is possible. With a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of cutting-edge technologies, I have consistently delivered groundbreaking solutions and led high-performing teams to achieve exceptional results. As an Innovator I’m helping in solving […]
Rob Bradley
In his role as a managing director for Climate Change and Sustainability Services at Ernst & Young LLP, Rob helps companies and governments develop and implement strategies to address climate risk and manage emissions. In previous roles, he has led the international climate work of the World Resources Institute, advised on the creation of the […]
Perianne Boring
Perianne Boring is the Founder and CEO of the Chamber of Digital Commerce, the world’s largest trade association representing the blockchain industry. The Chamber’s mission is to promote the acceptance and use of digital assets and blockchain-based technologies. Working with policymakers, regulatory agencies and industry, the Chamber advocates for a pro-growth policy environment that fosters […]
Simon Bishop
Simon Bishop became CEO of BBC Media Action in July 2023. He is a passionate advocate for the eradication of extreme poverty and has more than 25 years’ experience in international development. Previously he was CEO at The Power of Nutrition (2021-2023), Deputy Chief Executive of global children’s charity Plan International UK and Special Adviser […]
Kathy Baughman McLeod
Kathy Baughman McLeod is a global leader in climate adaptation and resilience known for tangible, innovative solutions to help protect people and communities from the impacts of climate change. She is the founding and former Director of the Arsht-Rock Resilience Center – built to reach one billion people worldwide with climate-resilience solutions by 2030, with […]
Dr. Gracelin Baskaran
Dr. Gracelin Baskaran is the Research Director and Senior Fellow for Energy Security and Climate Change at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. She is a mining economist and has spent a decade working on critical minerals. Prior to joining CSIS, Dr. Baskaran spent 5 years with the World Bank based in South Africa. […]
Caitlin Baron
Caitlin Baron is the CEO of the Luminos Fund, an international education nonprofit dedicated to giving the world’s most vulnerable, out-of-school children a second chance to learn. Luminos’ award-winning program marries the best of global and local learning science to enable marginalized children to catch up to grade level and go on to lifelong learning. […]
Dr. Kristin Barnes
Dr Kristin Barnes is a graduate of the US Naval Academy and retired Navy Commander with 23 years of active duty service. She flew off aircraft carriers in the F14 Tomcat for nearly 3,000 hours and over 700 arrested landings. In her retirement, she attended medical school and holds a license as Naturopathic Doctor and […]
Dedo N. Baranshamaje
Dedo is a community builder and social justice advocate. With a background in strategic communication and marketing, he has spent over 10 years of his career at the intersection of public good and private interest. As Director of Equitable Giving, Dedo is responsible for challenging the status quo, including the foundation’s own. He is a […]
Jon Banner
As McDonald’s Global Chief Impact Officer, Jon Banner is leading the effort to harness the unmatched scale and reach of McDonald’s to drive purposeful change around the world. The Global Impact team – which integrates the company’s Sustainability & ESG, Government Relations and Public Policy, Communications and International Corporate Relations teams, as well as Ronald […]