John Brown, Client Collaborator

Education:
MBA – Northwestern University
BS Mechanical Engineering – University of Illinois

Years Experience: 30+

Industry Experience

  • Global Packaging Group – Vice President of Business Development and Sustainability Manager

  • Closures, Equipment & Technical Services – Business Development Manager

  • Plastic Packaging Manufacturer – Vice President of Technology

Key Project Experience

Climate Impact Assessment & Reporting

  • Scope 1, 2, 3 Inventory – Managed from client-side scoping, collection, analysis, and reporting of GHG footprint for flexible packaging company with seven (7) locations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Study to prepare for European CSRD required reporting  and ESG rating platform submission as well as identifying and justifying carbon reduction opportunities.

ESG and Regulatory Affairs:

  • ESG – Led company submission to ESG rating platform (Ecovadis) for use in qualifying as a supplier to major CPGs as well as competitive advantage in securing business, attracting top talent, and screening vendors. 

Sector Experience:

  • Packaging – Flexible & Rigid

  • CPG – Food & Beverage, Healthcare, Personal Care, Chemical

  • Automotive