Award-winning writer, strategist, and keynote speaker, Joel Makower has developed an incredible career within the sustainability industry. As the current Chairman and Co-Founder of GreenBiz Group, he has implemented strategies that have kick-started a positive change within the corporate community. Having gained over 30 years of industry experience, Joel is now looking to share his specialist knowledge and experience with audiences at many different events, ranging from corporate meetings to sustainability events.
Passionate to educate a wider audience on the importance of developing a sustainable business, Joel developed an advisory service in 1990. Having gained experience working with many large organisations, his expertise became greatly valued within the industry and allowed him to become a Non-Profit Advisor and Board Member for companies inducing Green Bronx Machine, Biomimicry Institute, Climate Music, and Eco Athletes. Taking his first step into the entrepreneurial world, Joel became the Co-Founder of Clean Edge Inc in 2000, a business which allowed him to continue his journey toward creating a clean-energy economy.
An expert in his field, Joel secured the profound position of Chairman and Co-Founder of the GreenBiz Group in 1999. After developing the corporate website, GreenBiz.com, and introducing multiple sustainability events, he has gained great success within the industry and is highly respected for what he has achieved throughout his career. Aside from his business career, he has also showcased his abilities as a prolific writer in the reports, articles, blog posts, and best-selling books he has created.
Recognised for his achievements, Joel was awarded the Hutchens Medal by the American Society for Quality in 2012. Also inducted into the International Society of Sustainability Professionals Hall of Fame in 2014, he was honoured for his experience, education, innovation, reach, publication, and service to the industry. When looking for a passionate speaker who will cover a range of sustainability topics, look no further than Joel Makower.
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