Arelle Ross Oberlander

Supported the growth of the Sustainability Department by designing and refining service offerings, as well as contributing to the achievement of revenue targets. Client project delivery responsibilities:

• Provided expert guidance on sustainability regulations and frameworks, including CA SB 253 & 261, IFRS S1 & S2, ISSB, SASB, TCFD, CSRD and ESRS.
• Designed double materiality assessments to identify sustainability risks and opportunities for Clients to prioritize.
• Provided guidance on integrating sustainability processes into policies to meet reporting requirements and operationalize initiatives.
• Collaborated with Clients to develop tailored strategic and tactical recommendations to improve sustainability performance.
• Managed project timelines and deliverables for consulting engagements while proactively managing team resources.
• Provided mentorship to junior analysts.

Sales and business development activities:

• Developed proposals with Account Executive for prospective Clients to ensure profit margins align with projected budget and scope of work.
• Collaborated with the Marketing team to create lead generation strategies and campaigns.
• Utilized CRM tools to track and manage the Sustainability pipeline effectively.
• Identified and helped manage referral partnerships with sustainability platforms and consultancies.

• Supported 5 brands by providing expertise on carbon accounting, the Business Emissions Estimator software and the GHG Protocol.
• Assisted 10 clients in the development of reduction action plans informed by science-aligned targets.
• Advised on data collection and data management best practices.

• Areas of responsibility included branding, web & graphic design, inventory tracking, copywriting for website, and coordinating buying trips.
• Also serve as assistant jewelry designer to Creative Director.

• Provided consulting services to a startup manufacturing green building materials from recycled glass.
• Developed and executed proposal to operationalize Glavel’s commitment to justice and equity while advancing their growth strategy.
• Conducted research on affordable housing, energy policy, Social Determinants of Health and cross-sectoral partnerships.
• Facilitated a successful connection with the largest non-profit housing developer in Vermont to unlock access to an historic $153 Million in funding for VT affordable housing in FY22-25.

• Worked with clients across a broad range of disciplines, from film production to opera, medical practices to yoga studios.
• Projects executed using Squarespace, GoDaddy, and Adobe Creative Suite.