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Michael Kobori
Chief Sustainability Officer Starbucks
Christopher Raymond
Chief Sustainability Officer Boeing
Thanks to organisations like Starbucks , not only can consumers enjoy coffee practically on demand , but responsibly . As the leader in sustainable change , Kobori devotes his working life to ensuring that the company , and the industry , are compliant with the ESG agenda .
He holds an extensive working history of policy direction and the management of investments in sustainable proceedings . Later he joined Levi Strauss & Co . where he became increasingly invested in projects relating to the Science-based Targets initiative , water conservation , sustainable chemistry , sourcing and programmes advocating worker well-being .
At Starbucks , Kobori shares thought leadership and is instrumental in developing successful strategies and initiatives that support the enterprise on its mission . Much of his role is centred around partner relationships and facilitating activity across Starbucks ’ 350,000 partners , while also managing consumer expectations worldwide .
These actions coincide with agriculture as a major part of his role to support sustainable food , feed and fuel production globally .
Food & Beverage United States
In a challenging position , Raymond has seen through many challenging moments at Boeing . From the tragic accident involving the 737 MAX to the disruption that COVID-19 poses on the aviation industry , he has been tasked by the company to manage stakeholder relationships , aside from his role as the CSO .
Both go hand-in-hand as he aims to provoke more sustainable change within the organisation , which the company will experience moving forward . Through dedicated ESG strategy and reporting , Raymond is incorporating responsible practice into the growth strategy of the business .
As an associate fellow in the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics , and a fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society , Raymond is part of wider initiatives to clean up the skies . His place is highly valued in the Tomorrow Coalition and the World 50 , of which he is a member .
He also works alongside leaders from Dell , MIT and the Sustainability Consortium , representing his 32 + year stake in Boeing as a board member of The Heritage Group .
Aviation & Aerospace United States
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