Climate Careers

In this episode of the Climate Careers Podcast, powered by Voiz Academy , we sit down with Vojtech Vosecky — circular economist, LinkedIn Top Green Voice, and one of Europe’s most influential creators in the circularity space. Known for turning complex sustainability topics into clear, actionable insights, Vojtech has advised global brands like Google, BMW, and Pandora, and is on a mission to make...

In this episode of the Climate Careers Podcast, powered by Voiz Academy , we sit down with Charlie — author of What We Can Do: A Climate Optimist’s Guide to Sustainable Living and Director of Sustainability at Microsoft. Charlie’s path into climate wasn’t traditional. He started with no sustainability background, building his expertise through curiosity, persistence, and a willingness to raise his...

In this episode of the Climate Careers Podcast, powered by Voiz Academy, we’re joined by two leaders at the forefront of AI and sustainability: Chris Bolman , founder of Brightest , and Diego Espinosa , co-founder and CEO of Voiz Academy . Chris leads Brightest’s work on AI-enabled sustainability data, reporting, and disclosure automation. Diego brings deep expertise across edtech, software, and a...

In this Climate Careers Series episode from Voiz Academy, we sit down with Quentin Klein, Principal Consultant- cleantech and decarbonization at Acre, an executive search firm focused purely on sustainability and clean tech. Quentin shares his non-linear journey from mechanical engineering and R&D into technical recruitment, and what years of hiring across grid modernization, microgrids, hydro...

In this episode of the  Climate Careers  podcast, Anita Kelava from Voiz Academy sits down with  Nina Benoit, Director of Sustainability at Brightest . Brightest is an AI-powered ESG software platform helping organizations measure impact and accelerate their sustainability goals. Nina shares her perspective on the intersection of  AI and sustainability —from the environmental impact of large AI mo...

The climate job market is shifting fast—and in this episode, we get a front-row view. William Foest and Adrian Lizanda from Clean Globe Staffing join Diego Espinosa of Voiz Academy to break down what’s really happening in climate hiring right now. From political volatility to emerging sectors like biofuels and insetting, we break down what’s behind the current freeze in hiring—and where new opport...

Join Anita Kelava and Aileen Lerch, Director of Sustainability at Allbirds, as they explore the evolving world of corporate sustainability. Aileen shares her non-linear career path from environmental engineering to driving climate initiatives in the footwear industry. Discover how Allbirds tackles supply chain decarbonization, integrates sustainability into its brand, and translates complex climat...

In this episode, host Anita Kelava, Head of Marketing and Co-founder at ⁠Voiz Academy⁠, explores the fascinating journey of Lou Tamaehu-Plovier, co-founder of Circular Talent. Lou's path begins in Tahiti and weaves through textile production and consulting before culminating in a pivotal realization that sparked his mission: helping professionals transition into circular economy roles. The con...

Climate Careers  returns with an episode that proves sustainability leadership can emerge from unexpected places. Today's spotlight falls on  Eric Distler , whose remarkable 13-year sustainability journey began not in environmental studies, but in finance and accounting. Now overseeing sustainability initiatives at entertainment powerhouse AEG, Eric's path weaves through influential roles...

How are women driving transformative change in climate action? In this episode, host Anita Kelava, co-founder of Voiz Academy highlights the journeys of Christine Cavallo and Michelle Li, two remarkable leaders creating global impact through corporate sustainability, education, and community building. Christine, a UN Global Compact leader and U.S. National Team rower, shares her journey of balanci...

How do you transition from consulting to leading groundbreaking sustainability initiatives at one of the world's largest food companies? Join host Anita Kelava as she sits down with Caitlin Birkholz, Sustainable Sourcing Manager at Mars, who shares her remarkable pivot from Accenture to corporate sustainability. Discover how Caitlin leverages her consulting background to drive transformative p...

In this episode of the Climate Careers podcast, Anita Kelava, co-founder and head of marketing at Voiz Academy , hosts a panel of expert hiring managers: Ben Weston from Pure Fuel, Robert Smith from Dazzle, and Neil Farrell from Farrell Associates. They share their invaluable insights on what it takes to succeed in the competitive world of climate and ESG careers. Discover the latest hiring trends...

In this episode of the Climate Careers podcast, Eric Distler, VP of Sustainability at AEG, shares his journey into the sustainability space, transitioning from a background in finance and accounting to leading environmental initiatives in the entertainment industry. With over 13 years of experience, Eric discusses his time at Nike, his role in shaping sustainability strategies, and how sports and...

Welcome back to the Climate Careers Podcast by Voiz Academy (https://www.voiz.academy/), the leading provider of climate upskilling and job support for professionals building a career in the climate space. Joining us is Scott Song, the Global ESG Controller at CBRE. With 12 years at EY, Scott now oversees ESG reporting at one of the world’s largest commercial real estate firms. In this episode, he...

In this episode of the Climate Careers podcast, hosted by Anita Kelava, co-founder and Head of Marketing at Voiz Academy (https://www.voiz.academy/), we welcome Theshan Goble, the Global ESG & Sustainability Controller at S&P Global. Theshan shares his inspiring journey of transitioning from a career in accounting at KPMG to making a significant impact in the climate space. He highlights t...

In this episode of the Climate Careers podcast by Voiz Academy , we’re joined by Ryan Zimmerman, Director of Communications and Partnerships at Grove Collaborative . After spending over a decade at Edelman, Ryan pivoted his career to focus on sustainability, aligning with a brand that champions environmental causes through innovative products, marketing, and partnerships. Tune in to hear Ryan shar...

In this episode of the Climate Careers podcast by Voiz Academy, we’re thrilled to welcome Efrem Bycer. Efrem leads Global Policy Partnerships and North America Workforce Policy Partnerships at LinkedIn. Join us as he shares key insights from the Global Green Skills Report, discusses his career journey, and offers valuable advice for aspiring sustainability professionals. Tune in to learn how to na...

In this episode of the Climate Careers podcast by Voiz Academy, we’re joined by Nijia Zhou, the Climate Principal for Whole Foods Market at Amazon. Nijia shares her inspiring career journey, offers valuable advice for professionals looking to follow a similar path, and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her role at Whole Foods. Tune in as we explore her insights on the future of the industry and...

In this episode of the Climate Careers podcast by Voiz Academy, we’re thrilled to welcome John Davies from Trellis, previously known as GreenBiz. John will share insights from his personal career journey and how he became the President of Networks at Trellis. He’ll also discuss the Trellis 2024 State of the Profession report, covering important topics like leadership engagement, job market trends,...

In this episode, we're thrilled to feature Daniel Hill, the creator of the #OpenDoorClimate movement, which connects climate job seekers with experienced professionals. Daniel is also the Innovation Director at the Environmental Defense Fund. Together, we’ll explore how to overcome the four most common barriers to breaking into climate work: 🌐 Lack of personal connections 🔄 Uncertainty on ho...

Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to build a meaningful career in the field? Tune in to our upcoming episode, "Climate Career Success: Insights from EcoVadis Hiring Experts," featuring Alix Barraud, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, and Elina Fernandez Avancini, People Development Senior Associate at EcoVadis. EcoVadis, the world's leading provider of business sus...

Join us as we explore decarbonization, the voluntary carbon markets, nature-based solutions, waste-to-value, and more with our guest, Jason Dodier, co-founder of GRAIN Ecosystem. With over 10 years of experience at Schneider Electric, Jason offers invaluable insights and expert advice for navigating your career in the sustainability space.

In this week's climate career episode, we're talking to Maggie Spicer, a lawyer by trade who currently consults beauty brands on their sustainability strategies, implementation, execution, and compliance requirements. Maggie shares her exciting and surprising journey, detailing her transition from Amazon's Associate Corporate Counsel to becoming a fractional CSO and independent sustain...

In this week's episode, we dive into innovative strategies for reducing food waste and promoting sustainability with Pete Pearson from the World Wildlife Fund and Sandra from Kipster. Don't miss their invaluable insights on revolutionizing food systems and ethical farming practices for a better future.

Welcome to the Climate Careers podcast by Voiz Academy! In this episode, Anita Kelava, co-founder and head of marketing at Voiz Academy, hosts Evan Peters, the co-founder of Fairglow. Fairglow is a groundbreaking software designed to measure the carbon footprint of beauty products and their ingredients. Tune in as Evan discusses the major challenges in decarbonizing the beauty industry, shares his...