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LONDON CLIMATE ACTION WEEK SPEAKERS
Here’s to all the incredible change makers joining us on The London Climate Action Week. It is the passion and effort of everyone here that is helping popularise the climate movement and inspiring environmental action. A massive thank you.
DAY 1 SPEAKERS
Charles Perry
Green entrepreneur, sustainable business and climate leader
Sustainable Future For All
Charles is a sustainable business and climate leader with 30 years of experience integrating sustainability into multinationals and founding purpose-driven businesses. He co-led BP's rebranding to beyond petroleum and founded BP Green Energy. Later, he co-founded GreenOrder and SecondNature, sold to Anthesis Group. He co-founded GRIDSERVE Sustainable Energy, led aviation sector commitments for COP26, and is an ambassador for multiple climate initiatives. Charles holds a BA from Brown and an MBA from Cranfield.
Sustainable Future For All
Charles is a sustainable business and climate leader with 30 years of experience integrating sustainability into multinationals and founding purpose-driven businesses. He co-led BP's rebranding to beyond petroleum and founded BP Green Energy. Later, he co-founded GreenOrder and SecondNature, sold to Anthesis Group. He co-founded GRIDSERVE Sustainable Energy, led aviation sector commitments for COP26, and is an ambassador for multiple climate initiatives. Charles holds a BA from Brown and an MBA from Cranfield.
Cindy Forde
Author, Activist, Founder of Planetari
Cindy is a thought leader and acclaimed author with over 25 years dedicated to systems change. In 2023, she won the Change Champion Award alongside leaders such as David Attenborough and Malala Yusafzai. Her ground-breaking children's book, ‘Bright New World, Building a Better Planet,’ garnered critical acclaim, selected among the best new children's books by The Guardian and hailed as "outstanding" by New Scientist. It has been adopted by the Australian National Curriculum. She is the founder of Planetari, pioneering Earth-led education, earning a Climate Positive Award at UN COP28. Previously MD of Blue Marine Foundation and CEO of Cambridge Science Centre, she is an Associate Fellow of University of Cambridge, Homerton College, guest faculty at Homerton Change Makers programme. She serves on the Steering Committee of She Changes Climate, was named a Shero for Black History Month 2023 by Environment Magazine and is currently writing a book on colonisation and climate change.
Cindy is a thought leader and acclaimed author with over 25 years dedicated to systems change. In 2023, she won the Change Champion Award alongside leaders such as David Attenborough and Malala Yusafzai. Her ground-breaking children's book, ‘Bright New World, Building a Better Planet,’ garnered critical acclaim, selected among the best new children's books by The Guardian and hailed as "outstanding" by New Scientist. It has been adopted by the Australian National Curriculum. She is the founder of Planetari, pioneering Earth-led education, earning a Climate Positive Award at UN COP28. Previously MD of Blue Marine Foundation and CEO of Cambridge Science Centre, she is an Associate Fellow of University of Cambridge, Homerton College, guest faculty at Homerton Change Makers programme. She serves on the Steering Committee of She Changes Climate, was named a Shero for Black History Month 2023 by Environment Magazine and is currently writing a book on colonisation and climate change.
Casuarina McKinney-Lambert
Executive director, Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF)
Casuarina, from Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera, Bahamas, is dedicated to marine conservation and community sustainability. Educated at UWC Atlantic and Duke University, she studied mangroves and wetlands in The Bahamas. She taught at Cape Eleuthera Island School and joined BREEF. A founding board member of the One Eleuthera Foundation, she also serves on several national committees. A Divemaster and sailor, Casuarina has represented The Bahamas internationally.
Casuarina, from Governor’s Harbour, Eleuthera, Bahamas, is dedicated to marine conservation and community sustainability. Educated at UWC Atlantic and Duke University, she studied mangroves and wetlands in The Bahamas. She taught at Cape Eleuthera Island School and joined BREEF. A founding board member of the One Eleuthera Foundation, she also serves on several national committees. A Divemaster and sailor, Casuarina has represented The Bahamas internationally.
Rachael Azimi
Director, Global Sustainability Tax, Legal and Workforce PWC
Rachael has nearly 25 years experience working in PwC in a number of different roles. She started her career as a tax graduate advising clients with their international employees, before moving into Chief of Staff positions supporting Global and EMEA Leadership. For the past 2 years Rachael has been the Sustainability Director for the Global Tax, Legal and Workforce practice, leading a team of individuals to drive sustainability across PwC. Before joining PwC Rachael studied Arabic at university and worked as an English language teacher in both the UK and Middle East.
Rachael has nearly 25 years experience working in PwC in a number of different roles. She started her career as a tax graduate advising clients with their international employees, before moving into Chief of Staff positions supporting Global and EMEA Leadership. For the past 2 years Rachael has been the Sustainability Director for the Global Tax, Legal and Workforce practice, leading a team of individuals to drive sustainability across PwC. Before joining PwC Rachael studied Arabic at university and worked as an English language teacher in both the UK and Middle East.
Eva Kruse
Chief Global Engagement Officer, PANGAIA
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Eva Kruse is the Chief Global Engagement Officer at PANGAIA, a direct-to-consumer materials science company on a mission to save the environment through breakthrough innovations for everyday lifestyle products. Eva is an experienced apparel industry executive and has pioneered social and environmental responsibility in fashion by spearheading the movement towards a more responsible fashion industry, as the founder and CEO of Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) and the renowned event Global Fashion Summit. Eva’s CV includes many other roles before mobilising fashion industry leaders to take bold and urgent action on sustainability. She was founder and CEO of Copenhagen Fashion Week for more than a decade and previously also served as editor in chief of magazines and as tv-presenter. A globally recognised voice in sustainability and keynote speaker at conferences across the world incl. TEDx Talk, Eva holds the Human Rights Prize from the French Embassy, and a Royal Order of Chivalry from the Danish Monarchy. On behalf of PANGAIA Eva is currently working on rallying a new business coalition to run an ambitious global citizens’ campaign and movement to save our pollinators, biodiversity and unlock nature-based climate solutions, called Bee:wild.
Eva Kruse is the Chief Global Engagement Officer at PANGAIA, a direct-to-consumer materials science company on a mission to save the environment through breakthrough innovations for everyday lifestyle products. Eva is an experienced apparel industry executive and has pioneered social and environmental responsibility in fashion by spearheading the movement towards a more responsible fashion industry, as the founder and CEO of Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) and the renowned event Global Fashion Summit. Eva’s CV includes many other roles before mobilising fashion industry leaders to take bold and urgent action on sustainability. She was founder and CEO of Copenhagen Fashion Week for more than a decade and previously also served as editor in chief of magazines and as tv-presenter. A globally recognised voice in sustainability and keynote speaker at conferences across the world incl. TEDx Talk, Eva holds the Human Rights Prize from the French Embassy, and a Royal Order of Chivalry from the Danish Monarchy. On behalf of PANGAIA Eva is currently working on rallying a new business coalition to run an ambitious global citizens’ campaign and movement to save our pollinators, biodiversity and unlock nature-based climate solutions, called Bee:wild.
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Eva Kruse is the Chief Global Engagement Officer at PANGAIA, a direct-to-consumer materials science company on a mission to save the environment through breakthrough innovations for everyday lifestyle products. Eva is an experienced apparel industry executive and has pioneered social and environmental responsibility in fashion by spearheading the movement towards a more responsible fashion industry, as the founder and CEO of Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) and the renowned event Global Fashion Summit. Eva’s CV includes many other roles before mobilising fashion industry leaders to take bold and urgent action on sustainability. She was founder and CEO of Copenhagen Fashion Week for more than a decade and previously also served as editor in chief of magazines and as tv-presenter. A globally recognised voice in sustainability and keynote speaker at conferences across the world incl. TEDx Talk, Eva holds the Human Rights Prize from the French Embassy, and a Royal Order of Chivalry from the Danish Monarchy. On behalf of PANGAIA Eva is currently working on rallying a new business coalition to run an ambitious global citizens’ campaign and movement to save our pollinators, biodiversity and unlock nature-based climate solutions, called Bee:wild.
Eva Kruse is the Chief Global Engagement Officer at PANGAIA, a direct-to-consumer materials science company on a mission to save the environment through breakthrough innovations for everyday lifestyle products. Eva is an experienced apparel industry executive and has pioneered social and environmental responsibility in fashion by spearheading the movement towards a more responsible fashion industry, as the founder and CEO of Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) and the renowned event Global Fashion Summit. Eva’s CV includes many other roles before mobilising fashion industry leaders to take bold and urgent action on sustainability. She was founder and CEO of Copenhagen Fashion Week for more than a decade and previously also served as editor in chief of magazines and as tv-presenter. A globally recognised voice in sustainability and keynote speaker at conferences across the world incl. TEDx Talk, Eva holds the Human Rights Prize from the French Embassy, and a Royal Order of Chivalry from the Danish Monarchy. On behalf of PANGAIA Eva is currently working on rallying a new business coalition to run an ambitious global citizens’ campaign and movement to save our pollinators, biodiversity and unlock nature-based climate solutions, called Bee:wild.
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Julietta Dexter
CEO, Chair of Smart Works Charity
Julietta Dexter was announced as the Chair of Smart Works in April 2021. She was Founder & CEO of The Communications Store, one of the world’s leading strategic brand development and communications partners to the world’s best brands in fashion, wellness, beauty and lifestyle. Further to that she was co-Founder and Chief Growth & Purpose Officer at ScienceMagic.
Julietta Dexter was announced as the Chair of Smart Works in April 2021. She was Founder & CEO of The Communications Store, one of the world’s leading strategic brand development and communications partners to the world’s best brands in fashion, wellness, beauty and lifestyle. Further to that she was co-Founder and Chief Growth & Purpose Officer at ScienceMagic.
Mary Fellowes
Founder, Greenwith Studios
25+ years fashion industry leader with 7 years in entertainment industry styling. Currently founder of Greenwith Studio, a BCorp driving sustainable fashion innovation, thought leadership and public speaking. Formerly editor/contributor at 11 international editions of Vogue, launched Vogue in Turkey. Also was Style Editor at The Economist. Has styled covers and spreads or written features for over 50 titles in every continent and territory, dressed A-list film talent for Oscars / Baftas. Styled runway shows, global ad campaigns.
25+ years fashion industry leader with 7 years in entertainment industry styling. Currently founder of Greenwith Studio, a BCorp driving sustainable fashion innovation, thought leadership and public speaking. Formerly editor/contributor at 11 international editions of Vogue, launched Vogue in Turkey. Also was Style Editor at The Economist. Has styled covers and spreads or written features for over 50 titles in every continent and territory, dressed A-list film talent for Oscars / Baftas. Styled runway shows, global ad campaigns.
Toby Strong
Cinematographer · Creative Director · Environmental Ambassador
Toby Strong is a multi Emmy and Bafta winning wildlife and documentary cameraman. The last 25 years have taken Toby to every continent and from the ice caves on the peak of mount Erebus in Antarctica to the Royal Albert Hall, from crossing the Sahara with camels to sailing to the Galapagos, from the melting glaciers of the Himalayas to the largest gatherings of people on Earth. He has worked on most of the BBC’s landmark wildlife series over the last decades. Toby is unique in his ability to work at the highest level across Blue chip natural history, Human Documentaries, in undercover work and with Celebrities inc sir David and prince William.
Toby Strong is a multi Emmy and Bafta winning wildlife and documentary cameraman. The last 25 years have taken Toby to every continent and from the ice caves on the peak of mount Erebus in Antarctica to the Royal Albert Hall, from crossing the Sahara with camels to sailing to the Galapagos, from the melting glaciers of the Himalayas to the largest gatherings of people on Earth. He has worked on most of the BBC’s landmark wildlife series over the last decades. Toby is unique in his ability to work at the highest level across Blue chip natural history, Human Documentaries, in undercover work and with Celebrities inc sir David and prince William.
John Burnett-Hall
Pianist/accompanist/bandleader
John Burnett-Hall started playing the piano aged 6, learning the classical repertoire at school and maintaining it as a hobby through university courses at Oxford and the London School of Economics. After developing his interest in Gershwin and Cole Porter while playing in Soho piano bars, he started playing dinner jazz full time at Le Monteverdi restaurant in Paris, before returning to London to perform in a number of 5-star hotels, restaurants, bars, as well as private and corporate functions. In 2003 he became the resident pianist at the Cobden Club in Notting Hill, and subsequently founded the “Louche Lounge Society” for whom he has organised many themed jazz parties and other events at venues around London, most notably the Cobden Club, Pizza On The Park Jazz Club and Aragon House. John’s repertoire consists primarily of well-known jazz standards, swing and the “Great American Songbook”, along with some blues and Latin.
John Burnett-Hall started playing the piano aged 6, learning the classical repertoire at school and maintaining it as a hobby through university courses at Oxford and the London School of Economics. After developing his interest in Gershwin and Cole Porter while playing in Soho piano bars, he started playing dinner jazz full time at Le Monteverdi restaurant in Paris, before returning to London to perform in a number of 5-star hotels, restaurants, bars, as well as private and corporate functions. In 2003 he became the resident pianist at the Cobden Club in Notting Hill, and subsequently founded the “Louche Lounge Society” for whom he has organised many themed jazz parties and other events at venues around London, most notably the Cobden Club, Pizza On The Park Jazz Club and Aragon House. John’s repertoire consists primarily of well-known jazz standards, swing and the “Great American Songbook”, along with some blues and Latin.
John Burnett-Hall started playing the piano aged 6, learning the classical repertoire at school and maintaining it as a hobby through university courses at Oxford and the London School of Economics. After developing his interest in Gershwin and Cole Porter while playing in Soho piano bars, he started playing dinner jazz full time at Le Monteverdi restaurant in Paris, before returning to London to perform in a number of 5-star hotels, restaurants, bars, as well as private and corporate functions. In 2003 he became the resident pianist at the Cobden Club in Notting Hill, and subsequently founded the “Louche Lounge Society” for whom he has organised many themed jazz parties and other events at venues around London, most notably the Cobden Club, Pizza On The Park Jazz Club and Aragon House. John’s repertoire consists primarily of well-known jazz standards, swing and the “Great American Songbook”, along with some blues and Latin.
John Burnett-Hall started playing the piano aged 6, learning the classical repertoire at school and maintaining it as a hobby through university courses at Oxford and the London School of Economics. After developing his interest in Gershwin and Cole Porter while playing in Soho piano bars, he started playing dinner jazz full time at Le Monteverdi restaurant in Paris, before returning to London to perform in a number of 5-star hotels, restaurants, bars, as well as private and corporate functions. In 2003 he became the resident pianist at the Cobden Club in Notting Hill, and subsequently founded the “Louche Lounge Society” for whom he has organised many themed jazz parties and other events at venues around London, most notably the Cobden Club, Pizza On The Park Jazz Club and Aragon House. John’s repertoire consists primarily of well-known jazz standards, swing and the “Great American Songbook”, along with some blues and Latin.
Natalie Munk
Founder & CEO - Kaylo
Join Founder & CEO of Kaylo, Natalie Munk, as she shares her 20-year journey from being a patient in the medical world, to becoming her own healer. Natalie’s journey began in childhood when, impeded by acute dyslexia, ADHD and severe speech difficulties, she discovered both solace and survival skills in nature. It was in nature that Natalie found a sense of safety, freedom and acceptance. With the trees, lakes, oceans and animals for company, there was no need to speak, read or write – instead, she could sing, dance, breathe and meditate, move intuitively with her body and the world around her. She felt whole; at peace; at one with the earth. The outdoors became a powerful force of healing for Natalie as she went on to suffer a 20-year battle with her health, experiencing multiple surgeries, autoimmune disease and chronic illness. Nature enabled her to reconnect with her authentic self and heal from the inside out.
Join Founder & CEO of Kaylo, Natalie Munk, as she shares her 20-year journey from being a patient in the medical world, to becoming her own healer. Natalie’s journey began in childhood when, impeded by acute dyslexia, ADHD and severe speech difficulties, she discovered both solace and survival skills in nature. It was in nature that Natalie found a sense of safety, freedom and acceptance. With the trees, lakes, oceans and animals for company, there was no need to speak, read or write – instead, she could sing, dance, breathe and meditate, move intuitively with her body and the world around her. She felt whole; at peace; at one with the earth. The outdoors became a powerful force of healing for Natalie as she went on to suffer a 20-year battle with her health, experiencing multiple surgeries, autoimmune disease and chronic illness. Nature enabled her to reconnect with her authentic self and heal from the inside out.
Sam Kankanamge
Health Guru, founder of SEN Wellness
Sam Kankanamge is the visionary founder of Sen Wellness Sanctuary, a holistic health clinic based in London and a renowned wellness retreat in southern Sri Lanka. With over 25 years of experience in osteopathy, Sam established Sen Wellness to integrate traditional healing practices with modern therapeutic care. His dedication to promoting physical, emotional, and mental well-being is reflected in the sanctuary’s comprehensive offerings, including personalized Ayurvedic treatments, yoga, breathwork, and sound healing. Sam’s commitment to fostering positive lifestyle changes and deep connections to nature ensures that guests leave with a renewed sense of health and vitality
Sam Kankanamge is the visionary founder of Sen Wellness Sanctuary, a holistic health clinic based in London and a renowned wellness retreat in southern Sri Lanka. With over 25 years of experience in osteopathy, Sam established Sen Wellness to integrate traditional healing practices with modern therapeutic care. His dedication to promoting physical, emotional, and mental well-being is reflected in the sanctuary’s comprehensive offerings, including personalized Ayurvedic treatments, yoga, breathwork, and sound healing. Sam’s commitment to fostering positive lifestyle changes and deep connections to nature ensures that guests leave with a renewed sense of health and vitality
Gemma Newman
Physician, Author & Speaker
Dr. Gemma Newman, with over 20 years of medical experience, serves as Senior Partner at a family medical practice. She studied at the University of Wales College of Medicine and has worked across numerous specialties. Dr. Newman is a prominent advocate of holistic health, plant-based nutrition, and lifestyle medicine, regularly teaching and speaking on these topics. She is a qualified Reiki healer and actively promotes environmental conservation. Dr. Newman has authored bestselling books, contributed to various media outlets, and hosts the popular podcast "The Wellness Edit," combining her medical expertise with a passion for sustainable living.
Dr. Gemma Newman, with over 20 years of medical experience, serves as Senior Partner at a family medical practice. She studied at the University of Wales College of Medicine and has worked across numerous specialties. Dr. Newman is a prominent advocate of holistic health, plant-based nutrition, and lifestyle medicine, regularly teaching and speaking on these topics. She is a qualified Reiki healer and actively promotes environmental conservation. Dr. Newman has authored bestselling books, contributed to various media outlets, and hosts the popular podcast "The Wellness Edit," combining her medical expertise with a passion for sustainable living.
Dulma Clark
Head of Live Barefoot Fund
Dulma Clark is brand impact partnerships lead at VIVOBAREFOOT, natural health lifestyle brand on a mission to reconnect people to nature and human natural potential. Within VIVOVBAREFOOT, she launched Livebarefoot Fund, an in-house impact fund for research, innovation, and advocacy to regenerate human and planetary health; worked with indigenous communities to preserve traditional craftsmanship and open a manufacturing center in Ethiopia to provide jobs and value add on locally sourced materials. Human rights lawyer, Trustee of JA Clark Charitable Trust, former professional archer, born and raised in an indigenous community in Siberia by Lake Baikal.
Dulma Clark is brand impact partnerships lead at VIVOBAREFOOT, natural health lifestyle brand on a mission to reconnect people to nature and human natural potential. Within VIVOVBAREFOOT, she launched Livebarefoot Fund, an in-house impact fund for research, innovation, and advocacy to regenerate human and planetary health; worked with indigenous communities to preserve traditional craftsmanship and open a manufacturing center in Ethiopia to provide jobs and value add on locally sourced materials. Human rights lawyer, Trustee of JA Clark Charitable Trust, former professional archer, born and raised in an indigenous community in Siberia by Lake Baikal.
Barbara Silva
Head of Sustainability, Federation Internationale de l’Automobile
Barbara leads the sustainability agenda of the International Automobile Federation (FIA), the governing body for motorsport. She drives global sustainability efforts for the FIA internally, its 245 sport and mobility member associations, and 7 world championships (Formula 1, WRC, RX, WEC, Karting, W2RC, Formula E). Since joining the FIA in 2017, Barbara has developed the first gender equality programme of the sport (FIA Girls on Track) and the Environmental Strategy 2020-2030. Recently, she led the FIA’s inaugural participation in the UN Conference on Climate (COP), defining the Federation’s role in accelerating a just transition towards a net zero transport sector. With 9 years of sustainability experience, Barbara holds a MSc in Environmental Management from Oxford Brookes and a BA in International Relations from the University of Geneva. In 2021, she became an alumna of the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership.
Barbara leads the sustainability agenda of the International Automobile Federation (FIA), the governing body for motorsport. She drives global sustainability efforts for the FIA internally, its 245 sport and mobility member associations, and 7 world championships (Formula 1, WRC, RX, WEC, Karting, W2RC, Formula E). Since joining the FIA in 2017, Barbara has developed the first gender equality programme of the sport (FIA Girls on Track) and the Environmental Strategy 2020-2030. Recently, she led the FIA’s inaugural participation in the UN Conference on Climate (COP), defining the Federation’s role in accelerating a just transition towards a net zero transport sector. With 9 years of sustainability experience, Barbara holds a MSc in Environmental Management from Oxford Brookes and a BA in International Relations from the University of Geneva. In 2021, she became an alumna of the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership.
Dr Cristiana Pace
Founder, E-Novation Consulting
Dr. Cristiana Pace has driven sustainability in motorsport and sport for over 20 years. As the first female FIA trackside engineer in Formula 1, she contributed to FIA’s safety and sustainability initiatives and worked with Williams Advanced Engineering on projects like the Formula E battery. In 2018, she founded Enovation Consulting, delivering data-driven sustainability strategies across sports. She also serves as a visiting professor at Bologna Business School, an Ambassador for FIA Girls on Track UK, and a board member for BASIS, Cranfield University, and The Observatory of Sport and Sustainability, promoting academic research on sustainability.
Dr. Cristiana Pace has driven sustainability in motorsport and sport for over 20 years. As the first female FIA trackside engineer in Formula 1, she contributed to FIA’s safety and sustainability initiatives and worked with Williams Advanced Engineering on projects like the Formula E battery. In 2018, she founded Enovation Consulting, delivering data-driven sustainability strategies across sports. She also serves as a visiting professor at Bologna Business School, an Ambassador for FIA Girls on Track UK, and a board member for BASIS, Cranfield University, and The Observatory of Sport and Sustainability, promoting academic research on sustainability.
Jess Rogers
Co-Founder of Carbon Jacked & Second Nature Sisters
Jess Rogers is the co-founder of Carbon Jacked, helping businesses, sports, and individuals creatively combat climate change. As a presenter, commentator, and content creator, she covers sport, sustainability, and adventure, with experience at Sky Sports, Extreme E, and England Netball. Jess also directs and produces major sports events, including international netball and extreme outdoor events. She serves on the Advisory Panel for the Women's Sport Collective. Jess is outgoing, driven, and passionate about sports, adventure, and the planet.
Jess Rogers is the co-founder of Carbon Jacked, helping businesses, sports, and individuals creatively combat climate change. As a presenter, commentator, and content creator, she covers sport, sustainability, and adventure, with experience at Sky Sports, Extreme E, and England Netball. Jess also directs and produces major sports events, including international netball and extreme outdoor events. She serves on the Advisory Panel for the Women's Sport Collective. Jess is outgoing, driven, and passionate about sports, adventure, and the planet.
Pip Andrews
Eco Partnerships Manager, Starboard
Pip Andrews is the Eco Partnerships Manager at Starboard World Limited. With a background in environmental sustainability and extensive experience in developing eco-friendly initiatives, Pip leads projects that promote green practices within the company. Based in Exeter, Pip is dedicated to integrating sustainability into the core business operations and fostering collaborations that drive positive environmental impact.
Pip Andrews is the Eco Partnerships Manager at Starboard World Limited. With a background in environmental sustainability and extensive experience in developing eco-friendly initiatives, Pip leads projects that promote green practices within the company. Based in Exeter, Pip is dedicated to integrating sustainability into the core business operations and fostering collaborations that drive positive environmental impact.
Jamie Farndale
GB Rugby 7's
Jamie is a current professional rugby player for Team GB working towards the Olympic Games in Paris. He is Captain of the Scotland national 7s team alongside having played for Edinburgh Rugby. Alongside playing Jamie is studying Sustainability Leadership at Cambridge University where his research focusses on how sport can influence the required uptake of sustainable technologies. He was named in Mastercard’s “Future XV” of those changing the future of rugby as was Athlete Advocacy award winner in the International Olympic Committee’s Climate Action Awards. Whilst interested in a strategic approach to reducing sports negative impacts on nature and climate, Jamie believes in sports unique position and with it responsibility to engage billions of sports fans around the world in transitioning to a more sustainable future.
Jamie is a current professional rugby player for Team GB working towards the Olympic Games in Paris. He is Captain of the Scotland national 7s team alongside having played for Edinburgh Rugby. Alongside playing Jamie is studying Sustainability Leadership at Cambridge University where his research focusses on how sport can influence the required uptake of sustainable technologies. He was named in Mastercard’s “Future XV” of those changing the future of rugby as was Athlete Advocacy award winner in the International Olympic Committee’s Climate Action Awards. Whilst interested in a strategic approach to reducing sports negative impacts on nature and climate, Jamie believes in sports unique position and with it responsibility to engage billions of sports fans around the world in transitioning to a more sustainable future.
Ian Theasby
Plant based chef - BOSH
The world's biggest Vegan/Plant-based chefs! Childhood friends from Sheffield, Henry Firth and Ian Theasby joined forces to create BOSH!, and have become the godfathers of modern-day plant-based food. In June 2016, they began their mission to put more plants on plates and have become the world’s biggest vegan social media brand, reaching 26 million views a month and over 3 billion views to date. Their social media influence continues to grow, currently sitting at 3.1 million followers. The brains behind 5 Sunday Times Bestselling cookbooks, selling over 1 million books worldwide (across 64 countries and in 8 languages), including the UK’s best-selling vegan cookbook of all time. Henry and Ian are also the stars of ITV’s 1st ever vegan TV series and have a product range in all major UK supermarkets. Totally powered by plants, BOSH! Create mouthwatering meat and dairy-free recipes that are shared across the globe.
The world's biggest Vegan/Plant-based chefs! Childhood friends from Sheffield, Henry Firth and Ian Theasby joined forces to create BOSH!, and have become the godfathers of modern-day plant-based food. In June 2016, they began their mission to put more plants on plates and have become the world’s biggest vegan social media brand, reaching 26 million views a month and over 3 billion views to date. Their social media influence continues to grow, currently sitting at 3.1 million followers. The brains behind 5 Sunday Times Bestselling cookbooks, selling over 1 million books worldwide (across 64 countries and in 8 languages), including the UK’s best-selling vegan cookbook of all time. Henry and Ian are also the stars of ITV’s 1st ever vegan TV series and have a product range in all major UK supermarkets. Totally powered by plants, BOSH! Create mouthwatering meat and dairy-free recipes that are shared across the globe.
Henry Firth
Plant based chef - BOSH
The world's biggest Vegan/Plant-based chefs! Childhood friends from Sheffield, Henry Firth and Ian Theasby joined forces to create BOSH!, and have become the godfathers of modern-day plant-based food. In June 2016, they began their mission to put more plants on plates and have become the world’s biggest vegan social media brand, reaching 26 million views a month and over 3 billion views to date. Their social media influence continues to grow, currently sitting at 3.1 million followers. The brains behind 5 Sunday Times Bestselling cookbooks, selling over 1 million books worldwide (across 64 countries and in 8 languages), including the UK’s best-selling vegan cookbook of all time. Henry and Ian are also the stars of ITV’s 1st ever vegan TV series and have a product range in all major UK supermarkets. Totally powered by plants, BOSH! Create mouthwatering meat and dairy-free recipes that are shared across the globe.
The world's biggest Vegan/Plant-based chefs! Childhood friends from Sheffield, Henry Firth and Ian Theasby joined forces to create BOSH!, and have become the godfathers of modern-day plant-based food. In June 2016, they began their mission to put more plants on plates and have become the world’s biggest vegan social media brand, reaching 26 million views a month and over 3 billion views to date. Their social media influence continues to grow, currently sitting at 3.1 million followers. The brains behind 5 Sunday Times Bestselling cookbooks, selling over 1 million books worldwide (across 64 countries and in 8 languages), including the UK’s best-selling vegan cookbook of all time. Henry and Ian are also the stars of ITV’s 1st ever vegan TV series and have a product range in all major UK supermarkets. Totally powered by plants, BOSH! Create mouthwatering meat and dairy-free recipes that are shared across the globe.
Clarke Dearson
Incoming Youth Prime Minister
Clark Dearson, 11, is the UK Children's Parliament Prime Minister and a standout student at Saint Pierre Preparatory School in Leigh-on-Sea. He consistently achieves straight A grades and scored 384 on the CSSE 11+ exam. Clark has earned the "Perfect Effort" prize for two consecutive years. He excels in sports, music, and Scouting, and demonstrates strong leadership as Head Boy and school council representative. His diverse talents suggest a bright future ahead.
Clark Dearson, 11, is the UK Children's Parliament Prime Minister and a standout student at Saint Pierre Preparatory School in Leigh-on-Sea. He consistently achieves straight A grades and scored 384 on the CSSE 11+ exam. Clark has earned the "Perfect Effort" prize for two consecutive years. He excels in sports, music, and Scouting, and demonstrates strong leadership as Head Boy and school council representative. His diverse talents suggest a bright future ahead.
Harry AcheampongYouth Prime Minister
Youth Prime Minister
Harry Acheampong, 11, is a Year 6 student at St Michael’s School in Leigh on Sea and the interim UK Children’s Prime Minister. A passionate climate change advocate, he created "The Weekly Tattler" newsletter in Year 4. Harry has won multiple elections as a school counselor, worked on water sustainability with Anna Firth MP, and spoke at the UN World Water Day program. An athlete, he participates in football, athletics, and tag rugby at St Michael’s.
Harry Acheampong, 11, is a Year 6 student at St Michael’s School in Leigh on Sea and the interim UK Children’s Prime Minister. A passionate climate change advocate, he created "The Weekly Tattler" newsletter in Year 4. Harry has won multiple elections as a school counselor, worked on water sustainability with Anna Firth MP, and spoke at the UN World Water Day program. An athlete, he participates in football, athletics, and tag rugby at St Michael’s.
Alice Leguay
Advisor Bright Tide
Alice Leguay is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and consultant focused on regenerative business and nature-based solutions. She currently serves as a Strategy Advisor for Bright Tide, developing nature-based acceleration programs. Formerly, she was a partner at Standard Deviation, promoting regenerative startups. With over two decades of experience in finance at Morgan Stanley and fintech startups in the UK and Europe, Alice is well-versed in her field. She holds certifications in Regenerative Economics & Finance from the Capital Institute, Sustainability in Business from CISL, and is a certified Soil Advocate from Kiss the Ground. Alice actively volunteers with Sitopia Farms and WWOOFing and is a frequent speaker at events like ClimateImpact, Food Matters, ChangeNow, and HEC Paris. Fluent in English, French, and Italian, she earned her MA in Modern History & Italian from Wadham College, Oxford.
Alice Leguay is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and consultant focused on regenerative business and nature-based solutions. She currently serves as a Strategy Advisor for Bright Tide, developing nature-based acceleration programs. Formerly, she was a partner at Standard Deviation, promoting regenerative startups. With over two decades of experience in finance at Morgan Stanley and fintech startups in the UK and Europe, Alice is well-versed in her field. She holds certifications in Regenerative Economics & Finance from the Capital Institute, Sustainability in Business from CISL, and is a certified Soil Advocate from Kiss the Ground. Alice actively volunteers with Sitopia Farms and WWOOFing and is a frequent speaker at events like ClimateImpact, Food Matters, ChangeNow, and HEC Paris. Fluent in English, French, and Italian, she earned her MA in Modern History & Italian from Wadham College, Oxford.
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Alice Leguay is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and consultant focused on regenerative business and nature-based solutions. She currently serves as a Strategy Advisor for Bright Tide, developing nature-based acceleration programs. Formerly, she was a partner at Standard Deviation, promoting regenerative startups. With over two decades of experience in finance at Morgan Stanley and fintech startups in the UK and Europe, Alice is well-versed in her field. She holds certifications in Regenerative Economics & Finance from the Capital Institute, Sustainability in Business from CISL, and is a certified Soil Advocate from Kiss the Ground. Alice actively volunteers with Sitopia Farms and WWOOFing and is a frequent speaker at events like ClimateImpact, Food Matters, ChangeNow, and HEC Paris. Fluent in English, French, and Italian, she earned her MA in Modern History & Italian from Wadham College, Oxford.
Alice Leguay is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and consultant focused on regenerative business and nature-based solutions. She currently serves as a Strategy Advisor for Bright Tide, developing nature-based acceleration programs. Formerly, she was a partner at Standard Deviation, promoting regenerative startups. With over two decades of experience in finance at Morgan Stanley and fintech startups in the UK and Europe, Alice is well-versed in her field. She holds certifications in Regenerative Economics & Finance from the Capital Institute, Sustainability in Business from CISL, and is a certified Soil Advocate from Kiss the Ground. Alice actively volunteers with Sitopia Farms and WWOOFing and is a frequent speaker at events like ClimateImpact, Food Matters, ChangeNow, and HEC Paris. Fluent in English, French, and Italian, she earned her MA in Modern History & Italian from Wadham College, Oxford.
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Charlie Markland
Commercial Director, Toast Brewing
Charlie Markland is the Chief Breadwinner at Toast Brewing Corp, overseeing marketing, sales, taproom, and microbrewery operations, transforming surplus bread into beer. He is also the Founder and CEO of Tribeology Cocktails, a B Corp dedicated to crafting innovative cocktails. Charlie excels in merging sustainability with business innovation.
Charlie Markland is the Chief Breadwinner at Toast Brewing Corp, overseeing marketing, sales, taproom, and microbrewery operations, transforming surplus bread into beer. He is also the Founder and CEO of Tribeology Cocktails, a B Corp dedicated to crafting innovative cocktails. Charlie excels in merging sustainability with business innovation.
Nick Saltmarshe
Managing Director and Co-founder Hodmedod Ltd
Nick Saltmarsh is a co-founder of Hodmedod, a business working to increase diversity on farms and in the food we eat, for the benefit of farming and farmed landscapes, the environment, individual health and our food culture. Hodmedod was born in 2012 from the realisation that fava beans were grown but little eaten in the UK, though a delicious and nutritious food that can help build healthy soils and benefit farming systems. Bringing the beans back into British kitchens proved the catalyst to build a network of farmers diversifying arable rotations by introducing existing, forgotten and novel pulses, grains and seeds, including carlin peas, naked barley, quinoa, chia and camelina. A proud winner of Best Food Producer in the BBC Food and Farming Awards, Hodmedod now works with over thirty different crops to produce a diverse range of over 100 plant-based wholefoods.
Nick Saltmarsh is a co-founder of Hodmedod, a business working to increase diversity on farms and in the food we eat, for the benefit of farming and farmed landscapes, the environment, individual health and our food culture. Hodmedod was born in 2012 from the realisation that fava beans were grown but little eaten in the UK, though a delicious and nutritious food that can help build healthy soils and benefit farming systems. Bringing the beans back into British kitchens proved the catalyst to build a network of farmers diversifying arable rotations by introducing existing, forgotten and novel pulses, grains and seeds, including carlin peas, naked barley, quinoa, chia and camelina. A proud winner of Best Food Producer in the BBC Food and Farming Awards, Hodmedod now works with over thirty different crops to produce a diverse range of over 100 plant-based wholefoods.
DAY 2 SPEAKERS
Sian Sutherland
CoFounder A Plastic Planet, PlasticFree and Plastic Health Council
Sian Sutherland, Co-founder of A Plastic Planet, is a multi-award-winning serial entrepreneur passionate about igniting social change. She has a diverse background in advertising, skincare, restaurants, film, and brand creation. In 2017, she co-founded A Plastic Planet to combat plastic waste, launching PlasticFree in 2023 to help designers innovate. Sian also supports mental health research, partners with EXO Institute, and serves on the Roots for Peace board.
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