Angela Duckworth is co-founder, chief scientist, and a board member of Character Lab, a nonprofit whose mission is to advance scientific insights that help children thrive. She is also the Rosa Lee and Egbert Chang Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, faculty co-director of the Penn-Wharton Behavior Change For Good Initiative, and faculty co-director of Wharton People Analytics. 

A 2013 MacArthur Fellow, Angela has advised the White House, the World Bank, NBA and NFL teams, and Fortune 500 CEOs. 

Prior to her career in research, Angela founded a summer school for low-income children that was profiled as a Harvard Kennedy School case study and, in 2018, celebrated its 25th anniversary. She has also been a McKinsey management consultant and a math and science teacher in the public schools of New York City, San Francisco, and Philadelphia. 

Angela completed her undergraduate degree in Advanced Studies Neurobiology at Harvard, graduating magna cum laude. With the support of a Marshall Scholarship, she completed an MSc with Distinction in Neuroscience from Oxford University. She completed her PhD in Psychology as a National Science Foundation Graduate Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania.

Angela's TED talk is among the most-viewed of all time. Her book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance is a #1 New York Times best seller. She is also co-host, with Stephen Dubner, of the podcast No Stupid Questions.

Angela Duckworth

Treeni Inc

Consultant

Bajaj Allianz General Insurance

-Delivering results based on Global Reporting Initiative (GRI ) and Science Based Targets (SBTi) reportings on Sustainability (ESG aspects).
- Assisting the organization by building highest quality assessment on ESG parameters and growth of circularity initiativeswithin the organization.

Project Professional

Circular Economy Alliance

- Engage with a variety of stakeholders (both internal and external) to ensure that their inputs are reflected in the companies sustainability activities and programs
- Build capacity of portfolio companies on impact management and operations, related to Circularity compliance/risk management.
- Gather inputs for and create a library of case studies of Circular Economy success stories for multiple external and internal channels
-Improve service/product marketability and profitability by researching, identifying, and capitalizing on business opportunities in Sustainability/ CE.
- Identify opportunities for services, and channel partners that will lead to an increase in sales. 
A dedicated, committed and knowledge-driven organization with an exclusive focus on paving the path for a seamless transition to Circular Economy. 

Our foundations lie on solid data-driven techniques, and our doors are always open to learners who are determined to uplift their capacity and be drivers of change. We get empowered every single time we bridge the circular economy knowledge gap shipping us away from linearity. 

Winner of Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Award 2023:- 
- Gold Best Program for Upskilling Employees.
- Silver- Best Advance in Competencies and Skill Development.

Project Specialist/ Consultant

ESG++

A product of Azyro Infratech. 
Skills set:
- Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Certification lesson 1,2 completed
- Single handedly created and designed (from scratch) an Online course module for Hero Vired and IIM Bangalore for ESG strategy and adaptation within Business.
- Deep knowledge and expertise in leading ESG reporting standards (e.g. GRI, SASB, etc.), 
- Monitor impact and E&S performance of portfolio companies, maintaining reliable documentation and data on companies in due diligence and the portfolio to support efficient investment processes, delivery of impact and compliance reporting. 
- Involved with end-to-end project management
- Prior experience in leading diverse teams and people management

Environmental Consultant

Azyro Infratech

- Engage with a variety of stakeholders (both internal and external) to ensure that their inputs are reflected in the companies sustainability activities and programs
- Build capacity of portfolio companies on impact management and operations, related to E&S compliance/risk management
- Attending review meetings and making presentation to clients
- Gather inputs for and create a library of case studies of ESG success stories for multiple external and internal channels.
-Improve service/product marketability and profitability by researching, identifying, and capitalizing on business opportunities
in both design & engineering (waste management) and ESG domain.
- Identify opportunities for services, and channel partners that will lead to an increase in sales.
- Acquire insight in online marketing trends and keep strategies up-to-date
- Planning and improving the ongoing company presence on social media
- Conduct research on market trends, brand’s audiences and competitors.
- Manage the organization sustainability data management software and create monthly reports and dashboards for analysis.
- Assist in reporting the organization sustainability performance at various forums such as GRI, BRR, CDP, DJSI etc

Business Development -Environment, Social, Governance 

Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

- Lead meeting planning, facilitation, presentation, minutes, and follow-up
- Develop a knowledge of the incubatee firms and be able to strategize based on product lifecycle
- Help develop an execution policy statement with each incubatee based on their goals, objectives, product life-stage, and market response
- Monitor and manage performance versus benchmarks and develop insights regarding critical success factors and detractors
- Monitor resource allocation on a quarterly basis relative to policy and goals; evaluate and escalate needs to recalibrate
- Lead/ support in responding to RFPs, Fund Raising, and Project Execution

Portfolio Manager at SIIC/ IIT K First 

Impact Investors

Seawater Solutions 

Currently working with Seawater Solutions as a part of my ongoing MSc. Environmental entrepreneurship course in University of Strathclyde. 
Working towards building an RAS System for offshore purpose.

Business Student

ITC Hotels

Front Desk Manager

Marriott International

Duty Manager and Former Voyager (Front Office)

🌱 Sustainability Enthusiast | ESG & Circular Economy Advocate 🔄

Passionate about creating positive change through sustainable practices, I am on a mission to drive impactful solutions in the realms of Environmental, Social, and Governance and Circular Economy. 🌍✨

🔍 Open to New Opportunities

As a dedicated sustainability professional, I bring a unique blend of expertise in environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and effective governance. I am currently exploring exciting opportunities to contribute my skills and enthusiasm to organizations committed to making a lasting impact.

🌿 Key Competencies:

- ESG Integration/Reporting
- Research and Analysis
- Circular Economy Strategies
- Strategic analysis & Business Development 
- Stakeholder Engagement/relationship strategies
- Climate Action Approach
- Sales & Marketing
- Delivery and Implementation strategist

👩‍💼 Professional Experience:

Through my cumulative experiences, I have cultivated a holistic approach to hospitality, infusing sustainability at every level of operations. My journey stands as a testament to my unwavering commitment to driving positive change in the realm of hospitality, contributing to a more sustainable and responsible future for the industry and our planet.  Collaborating with experts from varying cultural backgrounds and navigating the unique challenges presented by different regions strengthened my adaptability and cross-cultural communication skills. 
My global engagement with diverse sustainability organizations across different continents afforded me the privilege of contributing to sustainable development projects on a global scale.

📈 Achievements:

1. ESG Education Leadership:

- Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive ESG education program, fostering awareness and understanding across teams.
- Achieved , increase in ESG literacy among employees, enhancing the organization's commitment to sustainability.

2. Growth in Engagement amongst various sectors

- Established partnerships with industry leaders to provide students with valuable insights into ESG trends and Circular Economy advancements.

3. Impactful ESG Reporting
4. Data- Driven analysis

🔗 Let's Connect!
I'm always eager to connect with fellow sustainability enthusiasts, industry professionals, and organizations striving for a greener future. Let's collaborate and make sustainability a core part of business strategy! 🤝

#Sustainability #ESG #CircularEconomy #GreenBusiness #OpenToOpportunities

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