Meet the DEAL Community

Lisbon, Portugal

Eugene, Oregon, United States

With a lifelong interest in protecting the natural environment from the ravages of human activity, I have followed, with great interest, many issues and trends in science and technology, as well as human endeavor, that offer glimpses of a sustainable future for our species and our planet. I've worked in energy #conservation, building efficiency science, and renewable energy. My recent focus has been on the use of biocomposite materials in housing, specifically hemp-lime construction, which promises a more sustainable way forward through the present housing crisis, addressing issues related to , #carbon capture, materials toxicity, moisture vapor management, and acoustical mitigation. "If you're not part of the solution, you're part of the problem."

London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

I currently work as an Anaesthetic Doctor with experience in finance having studied Economics for my first degree.  I also have many hobbies, from painting, music to skiing and sailing!  I would like to explore how I can use my moral ambition, skills and knowledge, to invest my time to make a positive impact. I believe our world is facing some of its greatest challenges of our time.

Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands

Boorloo, Perth, Whadjuk Noongar Boodjar. Western Australia.

Contributing to a regenerative future through education, individual action, interdisciplinary and intersectoral collaboration and research. 

Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York, United States

I am a former CEO of a private company manufacturing capital goods for the steel industry.  While I have lived and benefitted from the growth mindset, since retiring I have been searching for a movement that can start to change the way our society works. My focus had been on politics but every where I looked at political movements I saw such firmly entrenched opposition to change that I could not see a way to start change that could be successful.  After reading "Donought Economics" my eyes were opened to the possibility of focusing on economic change with the many small ways that grass roots efforts could make change develop from the bottom up. I still believe that political change is necessary but with an economic movement developing momentum political change may become inevitable.     

Jiddah, Mecca, Saudi Arabia

Founder & CEO of Sangha Estidama Hub | Planetary Wellbeing Specialist I am dedicated to shaping a sustainable future by promoting both individual and planetary well-being. As the Founder and CEO of Sangha Estidama Hub, I lead initiatives that integrate inner wellbeing with environmental consciousness, fostering sustainable communities and human progress. One of our signature projects, the PERMA Augmented Green Roof Classrooms, addresses the interconnectedness of individual, communal, and environmental health through a holistic planetary wellbeing approach. Our key programs include: • PERMA Program: Targeting high school and university students, this program nurtures emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and inner well-being through nature-based learning. • Job Readiness Program: Designed for engineering and architecture students, it combines the PERMA framework with practical experience in green roof design, bridging the green skills gap. • Green Roof Classrooms: These innovative learning spaces mitigate climate change, promote connection to nature, and offer students and teachers a peaceful oasis for self-reflection and growth. With experience spanning Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, and France, I have collaborated with global organizations such as UNESCO, WHO, the World Bank, and Oxfam to create impactful policies and programs that promote sustainable development. In 2022, I had the privilege of serving as a Y20 Saudi Delegate, contributing to global discussions on youth empowerment and sustainability. As an internationally certified Holistic Health & Wellbeing Coach, I bridge the gap between individual well-being and planetary health through a multidisciplinary approach. I hold a BA in Politics & International Relations from the University of Southampton and an MA in Public Policy from King’s College London. My passion lies in exploring the interconnectedness of social, cultural, economic, and environmental factors to provide holistic solutions to the challenges of the 21st century.

Genève, Geneva, Switzerland

en français ci-dessous. My intention is to find out how to implement the donut approach in our organisation. I'm a project manager at the FTI, the Fondation pour les Terrains Industriels de Genève. I launched the ecoParc-industriel dynamic at the FTI 10 years ago. I'm in charge of facilitating the establishment of companies on industrial land on a territorial scale that's bigger than the real estate plot: the urban piece or the plot of land (a neighbourhood block), with the idea of facilitating mutualisation and reducing environmental impacts. Mon intention est de percevoir comment implanter la pratique du donut dans notre organisation. Je suis chef de projet à la FTI, la Fondation pour les Terrains Industriels de Genève. J'ai créé il y a 10 ans la dynamique écoParc-industriel à la FTI. Je suis chargé de faciliter l'implantation d'entreprises sur les terrains industriels, dans une dimension territoriale plus grande que la parcelle immobilière : la pièce urbaine ou le lot de parcelle (un ilot de quartier), dans l'idée de faciliter les mutualisations et réduire les impacts environnementaux.

Bahamas

Washington, United States

just a person

Hope, Maine, United States

 Permaculture enthusiast, nature lover, neoliberal economics hater, young person.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

I'm a retired software engineer.  

Massachusetts, United States

I work in higher education supporting faculty in weaving climate action into their courses across all disciplines. 

Bordeaux, Gironde, France

Ecuador

Sustainable Development Economist and PhD from the University of the Basque Country (UPV-EHU) with a thesis on illicit financial flows in Latin America. Researcher and teacher. Director of Financial Observatory. Minister Coordinator of Economic Policy of Ecuador between April 2010 and October 2011. Secretary of Monitoring and Evaluation for the National Secretariat of Planning and Development (SENPLADES) between March 2007 and April 2010. 

Derby, Derby, England, United Kingdom

I am an organisational  inclusion strategist, working to support leadership with and behavioural change at individual, team, and systems levels. I do that with my own consultancy Unheard Voice. I use ( ) as a foundation for this work. This is an academically robust approach to inclusive behaviours- if you're high in CQ you behave inclusively. It can be a missing link taking some of the guesswork out of the culture and values questions in the DE model. Before working full-time in inclusion, I did it part-time, within my Consultancy.  My career for 30 years before this was working in broadcast journalism as a journalist and leader. My mission is giving the unheard voice a place to speak.    

King County, Washington, United States

 | Nina holds a BS in Biology and Environmental Science from WWU and an MS in Natural Resource Management from University of Alaska Fairbanks.  Past work experience includes Sustainability Manager at Rushing (Engineering); Program Coordinator at Built Green, and Waste Solutions Project Coordinator at ENGIE Impact. Nina’s volunteer work includes the City of Seattle Green New Deal Oversight Board and Emissions Performance Working Group, and NW EcoBuilding Guild Education Coordinator.  Nina will focus on driving innovation to strengthen markets for recycled materials and divert material from the landfill. She will support implementation planning for Re+ and manage circular economy contract work.  She will also lead action on reducing emissions and supporting greening the economy by updating the Consumption and Materials components of the 2030 update to the Strategic Climate Action Plan.

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

As CEO of award-winning charity City to Sea, I’m driven to transform our take, make waste system into a circular economy where resources are valued and cherished. From period pants to refillable laundry liquid or returnable cups, City to Sea’s work is designed to change the way we shop for good, helping businesses, organisations, individuals and communities to transition away from linear systems. Professionally I have broad experience across environmental, culture, FMCG and retail.   My career started out in live music delivering sponsored activations at live music events and festivals. This led to marketing campaigns for big FMCG brands like Budweiser, Britvic Soft Drinks and Jameson. I even successfully launched a new bottled water brand for one of my clients, so I understand brand marketing and new product development alongside the environmental impacts of the market. The rest of my career has been split between culture and environmental sectors, both public and private sector.  From leading client services for theatre and music companies to growing the organic market at Soil Association.  I’m a qualified marketeer and recently graduated from the University of Bristol with distinction for an MSc in Strategy, Change and Leadership. Talk to me about progressive ways of working, environmental and social justice and better ways to do business. 

Chico, California, United States

London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

New volunteer member of the LDEC High Street group. Strategic C-suite level leader with a strong track record in operations, events, partnerships and more. With extensive experience managing teams and projects across retail, fashion, and purpose-driven sectors, I excel at building meaningful connections and delivering high-impact initiatives. Passionate about ethical business and innovative solutions, I bring a practical, results-driven approach to every challenge. 

Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia

I’m a sustainability consultant from Germany, now based in Medellín, Colombia, passionate about #CircularEconomy, #DoughnutEconomics, and #SustainableBusiness. I joined the DEAL Community to explore how Doughnut Economics can be applied to local communities and businesses in Colombia. I believe in using this framework to drive positive change, helping to avoid the environmental and social pitfalls industrialized countries have faced. I’m here to connect with like-minded people, learn from practical applications, and find opportunities to bring the Doughnut model into action, both professionally through my consultancy and personally through voluntary projects. Looking forward to exchanging ideas and collaborating!

Hérin, Nord, France

A Donut to change the world

Milano, Milan, Italy