ESG Decoded Podcast

Thanks to The Untangling Circularity Podcast, our December Sponsor. The Untangling Circularity Podcast tackles unanswered circular economy questions. Co-hosts Cynthia Power and Laura Novich, both experienced sustainability and circularity professionals, have identified topics they would like more clarity on., Band by addressing these questions head-on and bringing in experts, they begin to bring s...

In this episode, Kaitlyn Allen welcomes Nicholas "Nico" van Aelstyn , a Partner with Sheppard Mullin, and ClimeCo’s David Prieto , Senior Director of Climate & Energy Advisory, to discuss the 2023 California Climate Accountability Act.  The discussion highlights SB 253, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act, and SB 261, the Climate-Related Financial Risk Act, which address gr...

In this episode, Amanda Hsieh is joined by Arquella Hargrove , Chief Culture Officer at Alchemy Consulting Group . Arquella has 30 years of experience creating productivity-inducing practices in public and private sectors through coaching, diversity, equity, inclusion, HR management, leadership development, strategic planning, and organization development and was named one of Houston's Most In...

In this episode, Amanda Hsieh is joined by Shireen Muhiudeen , Fund Manager and Author of We Are All Stakeholders . Shireen is a senior investment professional with 33 years of experience in emerging market investments and sustainability, which led her to found Corston-Smith, a responsible asset management firm, in 2004.  Shireen's impressive career includes serving as the CEO of AIG Investmen...

In this episode, Kaitlyn Allen is joined by Darshita Gillies , the Founder & CEO of Maanch , a leading technology solution provider for asset managers and investors, revolutionizing the landscape of stewardship practices and sustainable, long-term value creation. In addition to being a globally recognized ESG and impact evangelist, Darshita is a chartered accountant, former investment banker,...

In this episode, Amanda Hsieh talks with Jeff Thomson and Shari Littan from the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA). Jeff led IMA for nearly 15 years, doubling membership and CMA certification holders while expanding globally to serve 140,000 members in 150 countries. Shari, Director of Corporate Reporting Research & Policy at IMA, is an innovator in accounting, corporate reporting, and...

This episode celebrates Disability in Employment Awareness Month, acknowledging the valuable contributions of workers with disabilities and promoting inclusive employment policies, practices, and technologies that benefit both employers and employees. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are fundamental to our culture, encouraging all employees to leverage their unique perspectives and experienc...

In this episode, Kaitlyn Allen and David Prieto of ClimeCo are joined by Jonah Wagner , Chief Strategist at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Loan Programs Office (LPO). Jonah's expertise lies in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) implementation and scaling clean energy technologies, having previously worked at McKinsey & Company and the New Zealand Tre...

In this brief episode, Kaitlyn Allen talks with Steven Okun , Founder and CEO of APAC Advisors . Steven has over 25 years of experience across government, public affairs, and communication.  Steven has lived and worked in Asia since 2003, serving as the Senior Advisor in ASEAN for EMPEA, formerly the Emerging Markets Private Equity Association, and is a member of their global ESG and impact workin...

In this episode, Kaitlyn Allen converses with Kurt Kipka , Chief Impact Officer of Apparel Impact Institute (Aii) . Kurt manages the growth and longevity of global programs, including Clean by Design – a proven platform for improving the resource efficiency of textile mills in collaboration with multinational brands.  Before joining Aii, he spent three years at the environmental non-profit Natural...

In this episode, Erika Schiller sits down with Ken Chlapik , Global Market Manager for Johnson Matthey (JM), a global leader in sustainable technologies. Ken is an expert in developing solutions that utilize JM's innovative low-carbon CLEANPACETM and ADVANCED REFORMINGTM technologies. Throughout his career, Ken has played a vital role in the growth of steam methane reforming (SMR) hydrogen uti...

In this episode, Kaitlyn Allen engages in an exciting conversation with Raffi Schieir , Founder of Bantam Materials UK Ltd. Raffi is a well-respected leader in the plastics space, having established a market-leading Prevented Ocean Plastic program that is shaping the future of ocean-bound plastics.  Originally from Canada, Raffi moved to the UK in 2011 to establish the UK division of Bantam Materi...

In this episode, Kaitlyn Allen talks with Cate Lamb , Global Director of Water Security at CDP , the world's largest coalition of non-state actors committed to delivering a water secure future. Cate is responsible for ensuring that CDP’s Water Security program maintains its status as the gold standard for disclosure of corporate and city water-related information globally, while also driving s...

In this episode, Yvonne Harris engages in an interesting conversation with John Shegerian , the Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of ERI , the largest electronic waste recycler in the United States. John is a serial social entrepreneur who co-founded Homeboy Industries, FinancialAid.com, Engage, and many other impactful organizations. As a leader in his field, John has played a pivotal role in paving...

Calling all soccer enthusiasts! In this episode, Amanda Hsieh immerses in an enlightening discussion with Jordan Enke , Senior Vice President of Stadium Operations at Austin FC in Austin, Texas. Jordan plays a pivotal role in the organization with a comprehensive scope that includes overseeing general operations, safety and security, event and guest services, parking and mobility, and sustainabili...

In this episode, join host Amanda Hsieh as she sits down with the dynamic Jonathan Hall, the Director of Belonging for Neiman Marcus Group. Get ready to be inspired as Jonathan takes us on a journey through the organization's rich history, deeply rooted in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) since its inception, and infused with an unwavering pioneering spirit. Belonging, as Jon...

Get ready for a riveting episode as Kaitlyn Allen sits down with Peter Majeranowski, President and Co-Founder of Circ—a trailblazing company reshaping the fashion industry's environmental impact through innovative recycling technology for mixed fabric textiles. Before Circ, Peter made waves in finance, spearheading early-stage projects in Eastern Europe and serving in the C-Suite of various po...

In this episode, Amanda Hsieh engages in an enlightening conversation with Michele Demers, the brilliant mind behind Boundless Impact Research & Analytics. Boundless is a cutting-edge environmental research and analytics firm, transforming the way investors, companies, and funds approach cleantech and the ongoing energy transition. Michele's impressive 25+ years of business expertise have...

In this episode, Amanda Hsieh is joined by Dr. Garry Cooper , the Co-founder and CEO of Rheaply . This Chicago-based tech company helps Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and universities better visualize, quantify, and utilize their physical resources. Dr. Garry Cooper is a renowned entrepreneur and neuroscientist with a Ph. D. in neuroscience from Northwestern University and two Bachelo...

In this episode, Amanda Hsieh talks with Jonathan Colbert , Vice President of Marketing for Voltera , a turnkey charging infrastructure provider focused on electric vehicle fleets. Jonathan is an executive passionate about leveraging technology to build powerful relationships between people and brands. Previously he spent time at Rivian as the Director of the Waypoints Network and was responsible...

In this episode, Kaitlyn Allen talks with Ling-Ling Nie and Hilary Donnell of Aura , a leading provider of proactive all-in-one digital safety. Ling-Ling is Deputy General Counsel, Chief Compliance & ESG Officer, and Head of Government Affairs. Hilary is Aura's Head of Corporate Social Responsibility & Public Affairs and established the company's efforts to diversify the technology...

In this episode, Kaitlyn Allen talks with Leela Ramnath , Senior VP and Head of ESG at Warburg Pincus , a leading global private equity firm. Leela leads global ESG strategy, collaborates with investment teams and portfolio companies to drive and optimize implementation, and manages vital partnerships for the firm. She has 20 years of experience working across capital markets, emerging markets, an...

What a fantastic journey! We are thrilled to be celebrating 100 episodes of ESG Decoded! We want to thank everyone who made this podcast an impactful resource in the ESG community: our loyal listeners, expert guests, ClimeCo, and 21 Media.  To honor this milestone, founding hosts, Kaitlyn Allen and Amanda Hsieh share some very exciting news… Erika Schiller is joining the podcast as Co-host! Erika...

This episode of our podcast honors Pride Month, celebrating the achievements of the LGBTQ+ community and recognizing the call for unity, greater visibility, and equity. ClimeCo, which powers this podcast, believes that supporting Pride Month aligns with its core values, particularly that of Stewardship. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is integral to our culture and we encourage all employee...

This episode is a part of the ESG Paradigm Shift Series, where we examine different angles of the ESG phenomenon and its broader implications for finance and prosperity.  In this episode,  Kaitlyn Allen talks with Dr. Shiva Rajgopal, the Kester and Byrnes Professor of Accounting and Auditing at Columbia Business School. He is the Departmental Editor of the Accounting Track of Management Science an...