LIFETIME OF ACHIEVEMENT
extensively on a number of issues , while also giving presentations on EHS and sustainability issues to a variety of audiences . “ I assist businesses to advance their sustainability priorities and create a positive impact on the environment and society ,” she says . “ I am an inclusive leader , fostering collaboration across the value chain , creating innovative ESG solutions , and championing the transition to a green and just economy . I have been privileged throughout my career to work on all aspects of ESG and I feel the responsibility to mentor and guide the next generation of sustainability professionals .”
Ivanova ’ s passion for creating positive change extends beyond her role at EY , as she has successfully facilitated sustainability transformations across various sectors , resulting in tangible progress towards a low-carbon and circular economy . Due to these exceptional contributions , Ivanova has been widely celebrated as a pioneer in the sector , for example , by being named the eighth Top Leader in Sustainability by Sustainability Magazine in 2022 and securing the second spot in The Consulting Report ’ s Top 25 Sustainability Consultants and Leaders . What ’ s more , Ivanova ’ s impact extends to the Top 100 Women in Sustainability , where she holds the notable seventh ranking according to Sustainability Magazine ’ s 2023 list .
The path that led Ivanova to her current position Prior to her role at EY , Ivanova held the position of Global Sustainability
VELISLAVA IVANOVA TITLE : AMERICAS CHIEF SUSTAINABILITY OFFICER COMPANY : EY INDUSTRY : SUSTAINABILITY LOCATION : UNITED STATES
Velislava Ivanova , the America ’ s
Chief Sustainability Officer at EY , is a sustainability expert with more than 25 years of extensive international experience in creating and executing sustainability strategies and programmes for major multinational corporations from a range of industries , including energy , manufacturing , retail , consumer goods , and pharmaceuticals .
She has provided guidance to a wide range of client businesses on how to integrate sustainability into their value chains and goods .
She is dedicated to being a leader who is inclusive , supports the transition to a low-carbon , circular economy , and fosters a collaborative environment to develop diverse talent .