Meet the DEAL Community

Mundelein, Illinois, United States

Continuous Improvement Leader | Relentlessly Pursuing Improvements that Benefit Organizations and Humans | Co-Founder of Human CI Practicing Continuous Improvement to drive impactful results and adapt with agility to evolving market and regulatory conditions creates a competitive advantage that stands the test of time. Working in both the manufacturing and financial industries, I’ve designed, installed, and maintained improvement systems that deliver results and support a thriving improvement culture. I am at my best when I can pursue impactful results for my organizations while also improving the real-life experiences of fellow employees and customers. I am a natural people developer and coach with experience working at all leadership levels within an organization to ensure they support improvement culture as a priority. I Co-Founded Human CI, a think tank established to bring humanity into the way we define value and make decisions, because I wanted to be part of creating a brighter future for all humans. I hope to use my expertise in continuous improvement in service of others, and I believe being a part of the DEAL community will help connect me to opportunities that allow me to do just that.

Singapore

Keen on adopting doughnut economics as part of an early advisory startup focusing on small to medium enterprises’ digitalization journeys. The coexistence of technology and sustainability should not be determined by previous economic models of growth and compliance. And it seems that this confluence warrants a new way of thinking about sustainable digitalization journeys.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Hello, I am from India. I read ‘Small is Beautiful’ by EF Schumacher in 1996. Deeply influenced by it, I was searching for a meaningful professional career. In 1997, I found that and joined an organisation, which was far ahead of its time, a sort of social engineering experiment. A listed company, with the ratio of highest wage to the lowest wage at 1:5 !! It rebelled against the stock market, made huge social impact (20,000 construction workers with fixed wages and medical benefits - something unheard then and now in India). And a cult brand in the housing industry (which was then not an organised market). Moderate salaries, simple life styles. The company started in 1978, while I discovered them in 1997. But it all came crashing down by 2003, and I was left penniless (at age of 35). Since 2004, I was back at a regular corporate job, and rebuilt my life. But at personal level continued my life and lifestyle in line with my values. An attempt to make a sense of world is my constant state of being, and that dictates what I read. I read Doughnut Economics and finished it in two days - the last two days.  I am keen to understand where will this take us and be part of it.

York, England, United Kingdom

Independent advisor, creator and consultant with a focus on AI. I founded AI for the rest of us with the goal of helping people improve their AI fluency. If we can't understand each other when we talk about AI, we can't make good decisions about this technology!  I'm here to share what I learn about sustainable, responsible AI. In particular I'd like to talk about the impact of job losses driven by AI adoption, and how we can help individuals and business plan for this. I would like to help non-technical people understand the options of greener, more sustainable AI solutions. 

Rochester, New York, United States

I am a Business Banker. I help people grow and develop their businesses for freedom and independence. I started out as a commodities trader at the Chicago Board of Trade in Chicago after graduating with a degree in Economics. Have been in Banking through 5 decades of Banking Crisis's of one kind or another.  I learn and grow ad am excited about the Doughnut Theory and Renegade Economics. I want to share these concepts with all the small business development agencies I do lectures and presentations to in my city. "A rising tide lifts all ships"

Stockholm, Sweden

I work at the Olof Palme International Center, the Swedish labour movement's international solidarity organisation. My main focus is a Just Transition and workers' rights, and I see doughnut economy as a powerful way to steer towards these goals. I'm very interested in hearing about and creating more opportunities for trade unions and the wider labour movement to discuss how to align their struggle for a better life for workers with what the planetary crisis demands of us. How do we distribute resources so that everyone can achieve wellbeing and human rights - live within the donut?  relief etc.    

History teacher who realises how little young people are taught about economics and how much economics governs their lives.  Wondering if we could change that.  #teaching #education  

Hello, I’m Jane, a financial markets educator and full-time trader with nearly a decade of experience in forex, crypto, and equity markets. My journey has been driven by a passion for demystifying complex financial concepts and empowering individuals to navigate the trading world confidently. Throughout my career, I've emphasized the importance of understanding the regulatory environments of trading platforms. For instance, while Exness is a globally recognized broker, its regulatory status in India is nuanced. For those interested in this topic, here's a detailed overview of Exness regulations in India.

Bern, Switzerland

Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

I am interested in furthering a circular economy, and exploring how we can promote healthy living standards at a lower cost to earth. I am interested in how civic infrastructure on multiple scales can support this goal. 

88400, Biberach an der Riß, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Val-des-Lacs, Quebec, Canada

Retired for ten years from a public transport company, I currently participate in my community by maintaining hiking trails, managing two Facebook sites, one for the community garden, the other for the Lac du Rocher residents' association, and by carrying out carpentry and cabinetmaking work for our food cooperative.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

City Planner interested in #sustainable #development

Bern, Switzerland

The future is not something that just happens - it is something we create. With the vision of a fossil-free economy that thrives within planetary and social boundaries, I invest my energy not only in the pragmatic empowerment of organisations, but also in that of my fellow human beings. Because I am deeply convinced that we need new narratives and must take everyone with us on the path to a safer and fairer future. What drives me? An insatiable interest in scientifically sound facts and future-oriented topics. I am passionate about absorbing new knowledge and constantly expanding my horizons - and sharing this knowledge with others. My motto: empowering people to be lifelong learners. Because learning should never stop! I look forward to inspiring discussions and setting off together towards a better future! Let's connect!

Mexico City, Mexico

Montréal, Quebec, Canada

Since 2003, I have had the pleasure of working with leadership teams to help them develop business models and practices that create more value for society while aligning with a trajectory that respects planetary boundaries. Ellio is a consulting agency specializing in sustainable development, social responsibility, regenerative economy, and climate transition. The firm now consists of 11 people in Quebec, France and Brazil. We work with SMEs, large corporations, municipalities, professional associations and other organizations. We created the Parcours développement durable Montréal (now the Parcours transition écologique), which has provided 100 businesses with training programs, strategic support, conferences, and coaching over the past eight years. I also co-founded Toucan Solutions, which aims to manage circular economy networks. Additionally, I launched the Académie des transitions, dedicated to accelerating and simplifying the various transitions organizations face. I contribute to volunteer initiatives, and occasionally give lectures or participate in interviews. Specialties:  Corporate Social Responsibility or Sustainability strategic planning Change management  Social entrepreneurship

London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

A Sustainable Beauty Expert. Eva helps BEAUTY BRANDS Innovate Better and Stay Relevant without Costing the Earth and Sacrificing Margins. Part-time Sustainability Director.

Sussex, England

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Boulder, Colorado, United States

I am a believer that the economy and technologies that we develop should be used to benefit all of humanity. I am interested in participating in and advocating for alternative economic structures that are more equitable and just.  I am also a software engineer and would like to connect with others taking meaningful actions in this space.

Soulsbyville, California, United States

Hi! I heard about this on The Way Out Is In podcast and was fascinated. I'm a marketer and very interested in the ethics of marketing - to me it's not about making deals or getting one sale, but building a long term sustainable business for me and my clients.  I'm excited to learn how Doughnut Economics fits in with this. When not working, I'm often out in the woods or watching birds and other wildlife from my home. I love to hike, photography, and creating other art. I'm sloooowly practicing making linocuts. 

Panamá, Panamá, Panama

Palo Alto, California, United States

Chemical engineer passionate about solving the climate and environmental crisis with dignity for all people around the world. I love lecturing, teaching and solving problems.

Glasgow, Scotland

I am a post doctoral research associate based within the School of Law with over 15 years’ experience working in environmental consenting and planning. I have detailed working knowledge of environmental regulation across UK nations and across both terrestrial and marine spaces. My research explores spatial justice, environmental law and public participation in environmental decision making. My research experience has provided her with an in-depth understanding of the importance of lawscapes for contextualising spatial decisions. My research focuses on coastal and marine regulation. I am increasingly moving into the post-growth space, specifically looking at spatial regulation and how to incentivise resilient development in non-monetary ways.