Melanie Kubin-Hardewig on Driving Collaboration for Sustainability

Melanie shares her journey to her current role and highlights the challenges and rewards of being a CSO. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, communication, and collaboration. Melanie also talks about the future of the CSO role and the need for integration and engagement within corporations.

She shares her proud moments and challenges in her career and offers advice for those interested in pursuing a career in sustainability.

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Takeaways

• The CSO role requires resilience, as it involves managing uncertainties and navigating challenges.
• Effective communication and collaboration are essential for integrating sustainability into corporations.
• The role of the CSO is evolving, and future CSOs will need to handle volatility and drive integration within their organizations.
• The CSO role requires managing expectations and dealing with differing views and priorities within the organization.
• Behavior change is crucial for driving sustainability, and a shift towards a solution-oriented mindset is needed.
• The CSO role involves designing the future and creating a positive impact on the planet.