Consumer Activism: Why It Matters in Redefining Retail

Season Three of the Climate Money Work podcast is here! Host Keesa Schreane joins Nancy Mahon, CSO at Estée Lauder Companies, to explore the fusion of beauty, sustainability, and community engagement.

Discover how initiatives like the iconic Viva Glam and Back to Mac reflect Estée Lauder Companies' commitment to social impact and consumer activism. Learn about their sustainability goals, from greener packaging to responsible sourcing, and how they leverage their scale for positive change.

Nancy reveals the strategies for collaborating with stakeholders and suppliers to implement sustainable practices and discusses the importance of education, partnerships, and iteration.

This episode will provide insights into investor responses and the importance of corporate transparency in the quest to become a greener company. “Purpose” isn't just a buzzword for Estée Lauder Companies, but a guiding principle shaping the landscape of retail and sustainability. 

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About Keesa 

Keesa Schreane is a fractional chief sustainability and revenue officer, author, keynote speaker, and consultant, whose expertise includes third-party risk, sustainability data, risk analysis, sustainable finance, revenue generation and sales, and corporate reporting. Her work has appeared in outlets including Black Enterprise, Bloomberg, CNBC, CBS, Essence, FinTech TV, and Latina, and she serves on numerous boards and committees, including Ceres President’s Council. 

About Climate Money Work 

Climate Money Work podcast explores complex climate, workplace, governance and social issues. Throughout each episode, host and author Keesa Schreane both hosts compelling conversations with experts and offers her own insights on how corporates, investors, and regulators might find solutions — and common ground.