Malinda Salter

Entrepreneurial Leadership.

• Sustainability Roadmap: Developed and implemented a comprehensive Sustainability Roadmap, leading to a 20% increase in employee engagement, a 20% improvement in environmental practices, and contributing to long-term organizational cost savings and risk mitigation.
• ESG Best Practices: Led ESG best practices training for executive stakeholders, focusing on relevant reporting topics.
• Green Team: Established and led a Green Team to promote sustainability efforts, foster cross-departmental collaboration, and empower leaders.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

• ERG Foundation: Collaborated with executive management to found Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to enhance cross-departmental collaboration by 40% and increase representation of underrepresented groups by 25%.
• DEI Guidance: Developed comprehensive board-level guidance to expand DEIA efforts in recruitment, retention, development, and promotion.
• Internal Assessments: Created internal assessments to ensure diverse perspectives are integral to decision-making.

Key Accomplishments.

• Sustainability Leadership: Successfully led initiatives to improve sustainability performance, enhance employee engagement, and foster a more inclusive workplace. Achieved a 20% increase in environmental practices, a 30% reduction in energy consumption, and waste generation.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Increased cross-departmental collaboration and representation of underrepresented groups, creating a more equitable and inclusive work environment. Developed activities such as networking events, volunteering, community service, and learning and development. Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.

Business Development.

• Oxford Portfolio Advisors Ltd.: Launched a firm providing support for market reviews, mergers, and acquisitions. Facilitated sustainability analysis within the beauty and fashion industries, enhancing client competitive positioning. Offered project analysis and management services to ensure successful client outcomes.
• Entrepreneurial Ventures: Successfully launched and operated multiple businesses.
• COVID-19 Response: Contributed to the COVID-19 response by sourcing and distributing PPE.
• Sustainability Expertise: Demonstrated expertise in sustainability analysis and implementation, focusing on bio-synthetics, biodegradation, global CPG certifications, and circular economies.
• ESG Development: Developed a tiered ESG metrics system to assist SMEs in establishing sustainability initiatives for business scaling and marketing efforts.

Key Accomplishments.

• Diverse Business Portfolio: Successfully launched and operated multiple businesses across various sectors.
• Community Impact: Contributed to the COVID-19 response by sourcing and distributing PPE.
• Sustainability Leadership: Demonstrated expertise in sustainability analysis and implementation, contributing to enhanced client outcomes and industry advancements.
• Strategic Consulting: Provided a range of consulting services, including market analysis, project management, and ESG development.

Climate Change Accelerator.

• Innovative Technology Development: Developed a cutting-edge climate change mitigation accelerator using SAS Viya.
• Data Management: Facilitated compliant data collection, reporting, and projections for carbon pricing mechanisms.
• Global Emissions Reduction: Achieved 16% reduction in global emissions for client firms in 2021, exceeding 2030 reduction targets by 54%.
• ESG and Sustainability Integration: Successfully integrated SAS Viya into ESG and sustainability practices for over 9,000 firms.

Key Accomplishments.

• Technological Innovation: Pioneered development of climate change mitigation accelerator using advanced technology.
• Significant Environmental Impact: Achieved substantial reductions in global emissions, demonstrating positive impact on climate change mitigation.
• ESG Leadership: Integrated ESG and sustainability practices for many firms, driving industry-wide change.
• Strategic Management: Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high levels of attention to detail and quality control.

Business Development.

• Sales Growth: Successfully expanded North American accounts, achieving 20% annual sales growth for eight consecutive years.
• Global Supply Chain Expertise: Demonstrated expertise in navigating global supply chain challenges and their impact on sustainability.
• Industry Leadership: Establish yourself as a sought-after speaker and thought leader in sustainability.
• Strategic Partnerships: Developed successful partnerships to drive innovation and address emerging challenges in climate change resilience and regulatory compliance.

Sustainability Auditor.

• Sustainable Manufacturing Promotion: Conducted comprehensive STeP and Standard 100 audits to promote sustainable manufacturing practices.
• Operational Efficiency: Identified opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies through audits.
• Increased Adoption: Contributed to increased adoption of sustainable practices among audited companies.

Key Accomplishments.

• Consistent Sales Growth: Achieved sustained sales growth in the North American market.
• Global Supply Chain Leadership: Demonstrated expertise in navigating global supply chain challenges and their impact on sustainability.
• Industry Thought Leader: Establish yourself as a sought-after speaker and thought leader in sustainability.
• Strategic Partnerships: Developed successful partnerships to drive innovation and address emerging challenges in climate change resilience and regulatory compliance.
• Sustainable Practices Promotion: Contributed to adopting sustainable practices through audits and assessments.