Tristan Niesslein

Tristan Niesslein is a dynamic sustainability speaker and expert in ESG and sustainability, who specialises on sports and motorsports. who has carved a unique niche in the realm of environmental leadership. With a passion for integrating sustainability into core business strategies, he inspires organisations to embrace practices that yield competitive advantage. His talks are characterised by a blend of insightful analysis and practical guidance, making complex environmental challenges accessible. As a speaker, he brings a wealth of experience and a forward-thinking perspective that resonates with diverse audiences across industries.

In his early career, Tristan honed his skills in operational management within blue-chip environments, laying the groundwork for future endeavours in sustainability. Beginning as a contact centre manager and advancing through roles at Southern Water, Bupa Global and Sitel, he developed a strong foundation in efficiency and governance. His experience continued to grow as he served as Head of Operations at Holiday Taxis Group, and later became Global Relationships Lead at Kimberly-Clark. These formative years were pivotal in shaping his commitment to environmental innovation.

More recently, Tristan has achieved notable milestones that underscore his leadership in sustainability. In 2019, he founded Niesslein Sustainability Partners, providing sustainability leadership and consulting to global sports organisations. He has also pursued a number of academic milestones, including an MBA from Warwick Business School and a Masters in Sustainability Leadership from the University of Cambridge. The same year, he completed additional programmes on business and climate change, and international sport leadership. In 2023, Tristan co-founded The Sustainability Agency and is a non-executive director of ESG at Ignition Human Performance.

Tristan is a sought-after speaker because he combines a robust academic background with hands-on operational experience. His career spans two decades in high-profile and ESG-focused environments, ensuring that his insights are both informed and practical. Audiences appreciate his ability to translate complex sustainability challenges into actionable strategies that drive innovation and competitive advantage. Organisations hire him as a speaker to gain a visionary perspective and roadmap for realising sustainability goals in today’s fast-evolving landscape. His unique blend of academic rigour, insight and operational expertise makes him an asset for organisations determined to lead the charge towards a sustainable future.