Meet the DEAL Community

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Leading Good Chaos - a family office in Chicago  focusing investments and philanthropy in the fields of arts, food systems/animal welfare, entrepreneurship and economic security.      I've never had a job which existed before.  With a nickname of "the fogsculptor" from Disney due to a skill of shaping new approaches, ideas and markets.  Long-standing experience in place-making, legacy and community as the first CEO of Superblue, the Rauschenberg Foundation and the Philip Johnson Glass House.    Have worked in city level planning and intimate adaptive reuse projects.  Former Stanford University Board member, Municipal Arts Society Board Chair and Snowmass CO Planning Council member.  Present lecturer at University of Texas, Austin in Experiential Business planning.      

Dieppe, New Brunswick, Canada

Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Product Development professional, Active, Community volunteer, Father.  

Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal

I am is a researcher and member at Center for Environmental and Sustainability Research (CENSE), from NOVA School of Science and Technology, NOVA University Lisbon. I am enthusiastic about exploring transformative processes that can support overcome the disconnect from nature and re-balance human-nature systems. My research focuses on capacity building and new approaches to collaboration and co-creation for sustainability, having worked in particular within transformation in Higher Education Institutions. In the past years, I started to engage deeper with the lens of care and a relational paradigm when thinking about sustainability, and founded The CareLab for People & Planet. The CareLab is a new space of collaboration, co-creation and transformative learning where the interlinkages of inner and outer sustainability are explored. I holds a PhD in Social Sustainability (Universidade Aberta) and am alumni of the Postdoc Academy for Transformational Leadership. I enjoy being in nature, biking and cooking.

Nuevo León, Mexico

 Juan Carlos Meade holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona, Spain, and the Universidade Católica Portuguesa in Oporto, Portugal. Also has a Master's degree in Political Analysis and Institutional Advisory from the Universitat de Barcelona, is a graduate in Commercial Management and Marketing from the Instituto Francesc Ferrer I Guardiá in Sant Joan Despí, Spain, and has pursued studies in sustainable finance and ESG. At ProMéxico, he served as an advisor to the CEO, Deputy Director of Renewable Energy, and as Director of the Automotive Industry and Sustainable Mobility, where he led the investment attraction strategy, commercial promotion, and value chain development in those sectors. At the Secretariat of Economic Development of Mexico City, he collaborated on public policy initiatives for business linkage and the promotion of sustainability in the industry. Subsequently, at the Ministry of Tourism, he served as Coordinator of Advisors to the Undersecretary of Planning and Tourism Policy. At the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), he worked as the Director of Foreign Investment. In the Ministry of Economy of Nuevo León, he worked as the Coordinator of Foreign Direct Investment and Director of Supply Chains, promoting Mexico's industrial sectors and generating initiatives to develop an industry that is more environmentally and socially responsable. Currently, as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Secretariat of Equality and Inclusion of Nuevo León, he leads the integration of ESG practices in the business sector, promoting a strong commitment to social responsibility, diversity, equality, and inclusion. "I believe in Mexican institutions and work to contribute to their proper functioning." 

Gavà, Barcelona, Spain

General secretary of Asociación Huella de Carbono Spain - Climate Change Volunteer Staff in Nonprofit NGOs [Carbon Footprint Association in Spain] [ Carbon Footprint Association in Spain ] Introduction: The Carbon Footprint Association (Asociación Huella de Carbono) in Spain is a non-profit organization dedicated to combating climate change by focusing on the importance of the carbon footprint. Our mission is to educate, inspire, and drive action towards reducing carbon emissions, offering all our services free of charge. Mission and Vision: Our mission is to provide comprehensive support in measuring, reducing, recording, compensating, and communicating carbon footprints. We envision a future where individuals and organizations are aware of their environmental impact and take proactive steps to mitigate it. Services and Activities: • Free Services: We provide all our services at no cost, ensuring that everyone has access to the tools and knowledge necessary to reduce their carbon footprint. • Volunteer Activities: Our team consists of over 170 dedicated volunteers who contribute their time and expertise to various projects and initiatives. • Projects: We focus on five key areas: • Measure: Accurate assessment of carbon footprints for individuals, businesses, and events. • Reduce: Identifying and implementing strategies to minimize carbon emissions. • Register: Documenting and verifying carbon footprint data for transparency and accountability. • Compensate: Facilitating carbon offset projects to neutralize remaining emissions. • Communicate: Educating and informing the public about the importance of reducing their carbon footprint. • Research and Development (R&D): We are actively involved in the development of management and measurement guides for carbon footprints, contributing to the scientific and practical understanding of carbon management. • Partnerships: We have established alliances with multiple entities to enhance our impact and reach. These partnerships enable us to share resources, knowledge, and best practices in the field of carbon footprint reduction. Impact: The Carbon Footprint Association has successfully collaborated with numerous organizations, helping them to measure and reduce their carbon footprints. Our educational initiatives and partnerships have significantly contributed to raising awareness and driving action against climate change. Get Involved: We invite individuals and organizations to join us in our mission. Your involvement, whether through volunteering, partnership, or sponsorship, can make a substantial difference in the fight against climate change. Contact Us: For more information about our services, programs, and how you can get involved, please visit our website at www.asociacionhuelladecarbono.org. Conclusion: The Carbon Footprint Association in Spain is committed to creating a sustainable future by reducing carbon emissions and promoting environmental responsibility. Together, with the support of our volunteers and partners, we can make a lasting impact on our planet. Feel free to adjust any sections to better match the specific details and focus areas of the association.

London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Product Designer, currently doing research and exploring circular economy and doughnut frameworks.

Democratic Republic of the Congo

- Master in development economics at Université Grenoble Alpes - Starting PHD student at University of Reading -Interested in development issues around thé world -Married and father of two daughters - Born in Kinshasa (DRC) in 1992

Almaty, Kazakhstan

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

DEAL piqued my curiosity. I was amazed at how this idea came to fruition at a critical juncture in history. I want to be part of this movement and contribute in my little way to change the world. 

Norwich, Norfolk, England, United Kingdom

I am a teacher and vegetable grower and community organiser.  I love the ideas in Kate Raworth's book and think they have great potential although I'm struggling with how best to use my very limited time to have the biggest impact. I believe in a future where people can thrive while allowing nature to express herself in the most abundant and beautiful way she/it can - that includes humanity too. 

Exeter, Devon, England, United Kingdom

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

I work in the arts and cultural sector and I'm keen to collaborate, cross-pollinate ideas and share resources on ways for artists to apply doughnut economics to their work and advocate for the model to be applied across the industry (and beyond!)      

Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

visual designer passionate about nature, collaboration and changing education. 

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil

As mentor to leaders, project teams, and entrepreneurs, Francisco Albuquerque, a Strategic Designer, drives initiatives that catalyze the transition from conventional business to sustainable models. With a degree in Business Management and post-graduation in Strategic Design from IED São Paulo, Sustainability from MIT, and Urban Innovation from Insper, he not only empowers individuals to lead the green transition and foster an innovation culture but also collaborates on projects with major companies (Bradesco, Air BP, Liberty Seguros, BRF, Google, Siemens, Globo, Mapfre), proactively shaping the landscape of sustainability and innovation in the 21st century. As an educator in postgraduate courses and a speaker at national events, he contributes to shaping future leaders in the fields of strategic design, sustainability, and innovation.

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

I  am interested in sustainability especially sustainable cities and biophilic urban design to create better places for people and the planet.  I am also interested in doughnut economics and how it links concepts like the SDGs with the planetary boundaries.      

München, Bavaria, Germany

Sutton, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

I’m a mum of two, former teacher, qualified accountant and community volunteer. I’m motivated by issues of social justice and environmental protection and interested in making local and national politics serve our communities better within those constraints. I just read Doughnut Economics and would love to see its ideas put into practice locally (where we have a council that I think would be open to the ideas and is probably already doing some of them), nationally and internationally.

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

I am an aspiring environmental economist, focusing on a multidisciplinary approach to solving socio-ecological challenges. My main research interests are ecosystem accounting, ecosystem services, Indigenous knowledge, marine and coastal management, and behavioural economics.   

Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Institute for Green Transformation 

London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

I am working with incredible individuals across the world who are committed to transforming the built environment. I believe that we need to create the future we want rather than being recipients of the future we get. I was one of the instigators of the UK 'Our Vision for the Built Environment' which describes that future: a built environment whose explicit purpose is to enable people and nature to flourish together for generations. The follow up 'Our Shared Understanding: a circular economy in the built environment' was launched at the World Circular Economy Forum in June 2023. My areas of focus are: a systems approach to managing the built environment; Project 13, the outcome-focused, collaborative delivery model; digital transformation (including smart infrastructure, digital delivery, connected digital twins, data and information and data-sharing infrastructure); carbon reduction, circular economy & biodiversity and people, including equality, diversity & inclusion.

France

I am an Australian currently located in central France, interested in learning about different applications of doughnut economics across communities, cities, business, and industries in all shapes and sizes. 

Centrum, Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands

Retired manager in the public sector, academically trained, presently active in community building in local groups for energy transition and climate resilience.

Berlin, Germany

Service design, product development, transformation, strategy - I like to make things happen. Looking for meaningful ways to transition back into the sustainability space.

Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales, United Kingdom

Specialist Advisor on sustainable development and the Ecosystem Approach at Natural Resources Wales