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Barry Parkin

Chief Procurement and Sustainability Officer Mars

Angela Baker

Chief Sustainability Officer Qualcomm

An engineering graduate from the University Cambridge class of 1985 , Parkin moved on to a career at Mars , which he has now sustained for almost 38 years . While he became the CSO back in 2013 , he has since taken on procurement responsibilities while he oversees the company ’ s business success in terms of sustainability .

As Qualcomm ’ s CSO , she has claimed more than 15 years ' experience in strategic planning and programme management , adding her dynamic approach to sustainability . Her expertise led the company to further develop upon ESG reporting capabilities , climate strategy governance and social planning , while supporting the company to integrate them into profitable business .

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Elena Valderrábano

Global Chief Sustainability ( ESG ) Officer Telefónica

Brune Poirson

Chief Sustainability Officer Accor

Previously working for Repsol – responsible for marketing and public relations , Valderrábano is an advocate of change , which is one aspect that governs her career choices . Understanding the importance of communication and innovation , she directs change across Telefónica in telecommunications business .

Changing the way that hotels operate , Poirson is a Harvard graduate with extensive project experience and brings talent in corporate social responsibility to Accor . She continues to navigate the global hotel operator with a strategic approach to a more sustainable future for emissions , waste management and energy efficiency .

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