Ep. 7 - Women at the Forefront: Shaping the Sustainability Agenda for Lasting Change - with Dr. Saskia Juretzek

SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability

Transformative change needs diverse voices. Discover how Dr. Saskia Juretzek is empowering women to shape the future of sustainability.
In this episode, Sven Steinert welcomes Dr. Saskia Juretzek, Advisory Council Member at Futurewoman and author of "Nachhaltige Karriere: Mit dem richtigen Job die Welt verändern." They discuss the pivotal role of women in driving sustainability, Dr. Juretzek’s transition from management consulting to sustainability leadership, and the mission behind Futurewoman. Explore what it takes to thrive as a sustainability manager, the skills needed to make an impact, and why inclusive leadership is key to accelerating progress.
You'll learn:
1. The role of women in driving transformative change in sustainability
2. The essential skills for aspiring sustainability managers
3. How Futurewoman creates visibility and opportunities for women leaders
4. Why taking courageous steps can lead to a rewarding career in sustainability
5. The impact of a strong network in overcoming industry challenges
___________
Get in touch with Dr. Saskia Juretzek on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saskiajuretzek/
___________
Details about Futurewoman:
Website: https://www.futurewoman.de/
Industry: Public Relations and Communications Services
Company size: 2-10 employees
Headquarters: Munich, Bavaria (relocating to Cologne in the near future)
Founded: 2020
___________
About the host Sven Steinert:
Sven Steinert is the CEO of SUSTAINX | The Sustainability Leaders Community, and Partner and Sustainability Lead at H&Z Management Consulting. To Sven, sustainability is not just a buzzword – it’s about making real changes for a sustainable future. His goal is to help companies reduce their environmental footprint and embrace circularity. Sven is passionate about ice hockey, and exploring new cultures to enrich his understanding of the world and diverse ways of life.
Get in touch with Sven Steinert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/svensteinert/
Want to connect with like-minded sustainability professionals in a collaborative space? Join our online community at sustainx.bettermode.io.
___________
The SUSTAINX: Leaders in Sustainability Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO.