Meet the DEAL Community

Exeter

Academic, writer and research, consultant. My work looks at how we finance the green transition in a democratic, just, and pro-public way.

Lincoln Square, Chicago, Illinois, United States

I'm the co-founding executive director of the Parish Collective, a network of churches and faith communities focused on holistic renewal rooted in neighborhoods and linked across the country.  I'm also a co-founder of Neighborhood Economics which seeks to "convene the people repairing local economies" and are discerning a major gathering in Chicago in the spring of 2025

I’m Matt Parry, I'm the founder of The Future Collective and the driving force behind our vision of "Design for Better." With over 25 years of experience in design, retail, brand strategy, and digital transformation, I’m committed to pioneering innovative and sustainable solutions. Our practice, based in Leicestershire, is deeply rooted in strategic design thinking, focusing on environmental, societal, and cultural impacts. As a proud B Corp certified company, we are dedicated to meeting the highest standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. This certification underscores our commitment to using business as a force for good, ensuring that every project we undertake contributes positively to the world around us. At The Future Collective, we believe in creating responsible and impactful solutions for our clients. We strive to design experiences and products that are not only beautiful and functional but also sustainable and beneficial to the community. Our goal is to inspire and enable our clients to achieve their vision while making a meaningful difference.

Brussels, Brussels-Capital, Belgium

In life, there are two types of changes :  (according to the paper of Paul WATZLAWICK, John WEAKLAND and Richard Fisch : open edition journals, vol.34/1/2016 : https://journals.openedition.org/communication/7002 ) 1) inside a system, without a change of the system 2) a change that modifies the system itself The Doughnut is a type 2 change, as it offers a new design for a thriving economy taking into account the planetary boundaries and the social basis. I love the way Kate Raworth talked in the TED talk about boundaries and the design going with it. Ronaldo, Pelè, Lionel Messi thrive(d) on a rectangular limited football field. Michael Phelps in a rectangular swimming pool, Larissa Semionovna Latynina on parallel bars,... 

Greenville, South Carolina, United States

I've spent most of my career working with nonprofit organizations in an international context (used to live in Central Asia, and continue to do a fair amount of work in the Southeastern Asia and European context). Currently am a business and nonprofit consultant with Growability® Consulting. Our mission is to equip business and nonprofit leaders to enjoy meaningful work by creating scalable, effective, and generous organizations.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

I am interested in relieving suffering and have been involved in various internal practices to this end.  My original training was in social and political theory and literature.   I have  worked in private practice for 35 years as a developmental psychotherapist having trained in humanistic, psychodynamic, body-based ways of exploring challenges in life and relationships. I have been practicing yoga and meditation (in the Vipassana tradition) since my early twenties, having also spent some years practicing Zen and Aikido. I see contemplation  as a pragmatic way of inviting humans into recognizing oue own basic goodness - in terms of clarity, courage and wisdom – and how to bring this goodness into the world. My latest forays into learning has been in Internal Family Systems, AEDP,  trauma sensitive yoga teacher training and Clean Language. She is founding director of Openground Charity – an Australia-wide network of clinicians and teachers offering  mindfulness programs, workshops and retreats, and of the Mindfulness Training Institute – Australia and New Zealand – a not-for-profit which offers teacher training and Vipassana retreats. BA, Dip Psych (ANZAP) Workplace Trainer, Cert V, MBSR Cert. (UMass) TSY Yoga teacher (YA500H)

United States

Newport, Newport, Wales, United Kingdom

I'm a podcast producer creating podcasts for other people and brands who exist to make the world a better place. As a business we are considering our impact and how we contribute. I'm looking to adopt the DE ideas into how we structure ourselves and think about the way we work.  

West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

  working to embed a social economy cluster in a region of West Midlands and keen to apply principles of Doughnut Economics to development.

Peru

I am a lawyer with master degree in Goverment and public management (Barcelona School of Bussiness/Pompeu Fabra University/Barcelona School of Bussiness), complete master´s studies in Business Administration (CENTRUM) and Conservation Biology (Cayetano Heredia University).   Twenty eight  years of professional experience in design and implementation of public policies and management instruments related with environment, natural resources, and protected spaces.  Former member of public institutions  and NGO, currently a member of the Board of Directors of the National Superintendence of Sanitation Services of Perú - SUNASS (www.sunass.gob.pe), ART Architecture for REDD Transactions (www.artredd.org) and Legado (www.legadoinitiative.org). I want to be part of a group that seeks to spread globally the urgency of knowing the situation that the planet is experiencing and the need to act based on that knowledge.         

London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

I am a transformational coach, author and speaker.  I’m dedicated to empowering ambitious women and organisations who are making the world a better place.  I am here because I am interested in how we can create wealth sustainably in a manner that is equitable and just. I would like to be in community with people who are curious about and taking action on economics that are just. I am fascinated by the way economics contributes to systems of oppression and the way this causes harm to women and how this harm is amplified for women of the global majority. I want to expand my work so I can do more to contribute to creating a more equitable society for women especially women of the global majority (and children) as it is my belief that this will support systemic change.

Orléans, Loiret, France

If we are to achieve our goal of greater respect for our environment and the people who make up our society, we need to take action at every level. This is the reason why I decided to help companies, local authorities and organisations commit to a CSR and transition approach. Today, I offer CSR modules, seminar days and tailor-made support to get all teams involved in a comprehensive, integrated approach. After listening to Kate Raworth at a Conference, I felt that the doughnut had to be shared with as many structures as possible. 

Barcelona

I am a dedicated local change maker, focused on sparking positive change through weaving impact into all that I do. I am determined to navigate the world through distributed innovation, recognising the value of collaboration and tapping into diverse networks of people to drive change. I invite you to explore my portfolio of impactful projects from my past and present! 

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

I am a Colombian woman living in the Netherlands, very interested in sustainability and kind practices and I would like to know more about the doughnut economy and their actions. 

London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Hi, I'm the founder of a new workplace-based behaviour change programme - Climate Habits - helping to bridge the gap between people's concern about climate change and personal action. Interested in ideas, partnerships and inspiration     

Paris, France

AThe mission I have set for myself is to challenge the status quo by mobilizing collective intelligence to promote, support, and enthusiastically accelerate our (r)evolution towards a sustainable world. As a former executive, I have chosen to leverage my +20 years of professional experience - in innovation and transformation-related environments, within large corporations, startups, and consultancy - to serve the transition. I am committed to a sustainable word  • I volunteer with The Shift Project, initiating and leading the ShiftYourJob.org project, which aims to reconcile Employment and Climate. • Instructor for the Climate Collage, Trainer for the "2 Tonnes" Workshop and the Digital Collage, as well as Facilitator for the Climate Change Adaptation Workshop. • Trained in carbon accounting by the Carbon Training Institute, as well as in eco-design and Life Cycle Analysis. • I now support companies and organisations in their business model transformation to meet our 21th century challenges

london

Im currently Director of Collaborations with Business Fights Poverty. Supporting companies to do more on both #climate and social challenges. Eager to learn more about deep design and helping business to adopt Doughnut approaches. I'm also a Team Leader for a large UK Aid funded programme called Work and Opportunities for Women - working with companies to support women in global #supply chains.

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

I’m a brand strategist and social activist hoping to marry social impact and narrative strategy. I help organizations create meaningful connection with to their audience and craft stories they want to hear. If you’re purpose driven and looking for some help - let’s connect. 

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-van-krieken/

London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

As Co-Founder of Disruptor London, I am passionate about building businesses that create positive change. With expertise in product formulation, design, and development, I help health and beauty startups bring innovative, sustainable products to market. Mentor & Consultant In addition to my own ventures, I serve as a mentor and consultant to early-stage companies navigating the challenges of product development, scaling, and impact. My specialties include: - Startup strategy & scaling  - Product formulation & design - Circular economy principles - ESG & CSR frameworks - Sustainability best practices

Portugal

I graduated from IADE (Visual Arts, Design, and Marketing Institute) with a degree in marketing and advertising, a post-graduate degree participation at ESHTE (Estoril Hotel and Tourism School) with a specialization in the implementation and development of tourism projects. With almost 20 years of experience in the tourism, hospitality, and leisure sectors, I have cultivated extensive expertise in market research, concept development, and marketing strategies tailored to projects at various developmental stages. One of my accomplishments includes the identification and formulation of business plans for the 10 strategic tourism products outlined in the Portuguese Strategic Tourism Plan (PENT). I had the privilege of collaborating with the esteemed ILM/THR team, under the leadership of Eulogio Bordas and Andrew Coutts. Additionally, I have contributed to family-oriented ventures like Casa Dalevada, as well as prominent developments such as Palácio Belmonte and Bairro Belmonte by DaST, Herdade da Comporta, Vale do Lobo, the Touristic Development Plan of Vila Real de Santo António, Lisbon Story Center, Santar Vila Jardim, World of Wine, Côa Park and Portugal dos Pequenitos, among others. My professional drive lies in embracing responsible cultural tourism placemaking projects, where I can leverage my expertise, knowledge, and passion for sustainable tourism development to contribute to their success and differentiation. In today's world, where concerns about sustainability and the future of our planet are paramount, I am deeply committed to integrating eco-friendly practices and promoting responsible tourism initiatives in my endeavours. By prioritizing environmental conservation, community engagement, and ethical business practices, I strive to ensure that our actions today positively impact both present and future generations. My approach is not only focused on achieving business objectives but also on creating meaningful and lasting benefits for the environment and society.

Paris, France

Specialized in and passionate by Circular Economy, Sustainable & Inclusive Development, I am looking for new ways to 1) create waste recovery companies that develop within the doughnut 2) participate to a 0 waste world.    I am currently working for a waste and water treatment company and involved in a NGO on access to water and waste management in developing countries. 

Yıldız Teknik Üniversitesi, 34349, Beşiktaş, Istanbul, Türkiye

 I am eager to connect with people to discuss how to make cities future-proof.  

Seattle, Washington, United States

I'm a UX/product designer, researcher with a passion to build sustainable, regenerative future.