Meet the DEAL Community

Woodside, California, United States

Born and raised in CA. 35 years years as a personal financial advisor in Washington DC area, helping people save and invest for a comfortable retirement. Now retired.   Very interested in following work on the Personal Doughnut and also on businesses who are getting into the Doughnut.

Brussels, Brussels-Capital, Belgium

My interests range across very different fields. I am basically an IT enthusiast and look for areas where technology can bring added value to creativity and the improvement of human activities.      

Siena, Italy

Father, husband, mushroom forager, woodworker, synergistic horticulturist, public servant, institutional economist, liberal and limitarian

Piracicaba, São Paulo, Brazil

Hi!  I'm a gen z, high energy, biologist with a MBA in sustainability and circular economy. The donut economy model inspired me to take action, and showed me a viable future is possible!  I am really insterested into meeting connections and join the Donut economy advocates. If you want to make projects of Donut economy in Piracicaba, COUNT ME INNNN! 

Neuburg an der Donau, Kreis Neuburg-Schrobenhausen, Bavaria, Germany

6th semester student of Sustainability and Environmental Management at Ingolstadt University of Applied Sciences

Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom

I'm a passionate advocate for reimagining economic systems to create a more sustainable and equitable world. My journey with Doughnut Economics began with the realisation that traditional models were not aligned with the values I hold dear. Since then, I've been integrating the principles and frameworks of Doughnut Economics into the foundation of my business, A'ARU Collective, using it as my north star in guiding our business decisions. 

Alicante, Spain

I am a doctor and economist. Currently retired. I dedicate part of my time to working as a volunteer in various NGOs. At Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL: www.citizenscllimateeurope.org) I am the coordinator in Spain. At CCL we try to influence the Spanish and European parliament to put a price on CO2 emissions and use the money raised to support the energy transition. In my local community in Alicante we promote citizen awareness and local energy communities. And on an international scale, I collaborate with the NGO Rafiki Africa (www.rafiki-africa.org), which works in one of the poorest areas of Uganda to create a fast and replicable development model that ensures a minimum quality of life and allows women to freely decide the number of children they have. they really want to have.

Paris - Marseille

I'm a sustainable world storyteller, screenwriter and filmmaker.     

Bresca, Baix Pallars, Lleida, Spain

A recovering economist, now a green building consulant bringing the new economic principles to the world of real estate through regenerative development and design. Working with organizations and businesses in the built environment to support them in their evolution towards a world that works towards "getting back in the doughnut". 

Hastings, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom

Working towards systemic change in financial systems. And a big fan of Kate Raworth of course.

Westchester County, New York, United States

I am a NorCal native, currently living in New York and studying sociology and sustainability. I was introduced to the Doughnut Economics model in one of my sustainability courses and it deeply resonated with me. As someone who grew up under Reaganomics, I am excited to join a community of people who are building a new economic model which will benefit us all! 

Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom

Hi everyone, After a long career in marketing and business it took having my two boys to realise I needed to focus my energy on doing something productive to help their future. I’m in the final months of an MSc in Sustainable Development and I am keen to get involved in projects where I can use my experience to make a difference. It’s great to be part of the doughnut economics movement. Claire

Helsingborg, Skåne, Sweden

Sustainability goals and community work 

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Adam Kallish has dedicated his career to the intersection of applied imagination with measurable change that addresses business and market transformations. He applies human-centered design practices using broad analysis and astute synthesis grounded in critical thinking. He collaborates with integrated multi-disciplinary teams, linking vision to requirements to results. He has held senior positions at Daggerwing Group (Omnicom) and the Strategic Design Consulting group at Infosys and IBM Systems. He is a systems designer who focuses on creating or improving products and services, incorporating physical and digital collaboration with engineers, designers, marketing, and support to shape 21st-century infrastructure and how it can help markets achieve their business goals. 

London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Civil engineer, wife, mother

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.