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YUWA VOSPER

New York,NY

Summary

Accomplished Climate Action-Corporate Responsibility Senior Manager with five years of proven results. Mobilized and led projects to promote climate justice and promote building electrification. Proficient in changing the regulatory landscape in sustainability and the apparel industry.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Policy and Regulatory Manager

WE ACT For Environmental Justice
09.2021 - Current
  • Architected and executed a game-changing legislative campaign, serving as the sole drafter, which resulted in the passage of a groundbreaking bill that prohibited the use of mercury in personal care products, revolutionizing the industry and protecting consumer well-being
  • Guided a multi-partner initiative, skillfully managing a multi-million-dollar project and effectively regranting $900,000 to community organizations, empowering them to create positive change
  • Advocated on public policy issues by submitting impactful regulatory comments and delivering compelling testimony to EPA, FDA, FTC, and CPSC, resulting in press releases and implementation feedback highlighting the influence of our comments
  • Sought-after policy analyst providing feedback on more than 20 legislative drafts and sign-on letters with policies moving through U.S. Congressional legislative sessions
  • Planned and executed 10+ policy-setting forums, briefings, webinars, and events, driving engagement with key stakeholders and fostering dialogue on emerging industry trends and best practices, resulting in adopting industry-wide policy recommendations.
  • Consulted with regulatory representatives to manage filings, applications and reports.
  • Liaised with political organizations and initiatives to confirm consideration of community best interests within campaigns and political agendas.
  • Developed analytical documentation on potentially helpful [State] legislature and regional leadership members.

Environmental Policy and Advocacy Coordinator

WE ACT For Environmental Justice
10.2020 - 09.2021
  • Analyzed legislative proposals and sign-on letters, assessing alignment with policy goals and organizational mission; informed policy team’s decision-making process and facilitated effective advocacy efforts
  • Streamlined lobby reporting and submission process for the New York State Commission on Ethics and Lobbying, mitigating potential fines exceeding $25,000 and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
  • Developed and distributed detailed briefing documents outlining legislative changes and policy proposals, enabling stakeholders to stay informed and make informed decisions aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Maintained positive relationships with the community to build and nurture dynamic partnerships.
  • Generated reports to evaluate program success and make modifications.
  • Participated in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns.
  • Tracked regulatory action to advance environmental justice policy priorities.
  • Analyzed and reported on existing policies for environmental management and provided additional climate change research to inform industry discourse.
  • Engaged with larger campaigns to build deeply collaborative partnerships.

UN Advocacy and Policy Manager/Global Sustainability

Hechos por Nosotros
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Conducted comprehensive research on UN resolutions, laws, and industry coalitions to develop an informative document evaluating the ethical impact of human rights
  • Advised the founder on legal implications related to transparency, blockchain, sustainability, and intellectual property, shaping strategic decision-making.

Communications & Unreal Campaign Coordinator

International Trademark Association
03.2018 - 10.2018

· Directed the Unreal Campaign, collaborating with 69 Committee members worldwide to implement a compelling messaging strategy to discourage the purchase of counterfeit goods; achieved a significant reduction of 40% in global counterfeit sales, safeguarding brand reputation and revenue streams.

· Established and secured two (2) new sponsors for the Campaign, generating a total sponsorship revenue of U.S. $40,105; collaborated with a digital agency to drive a 25 percent increase in global social media engagement as the project lead.

Intern

United Nations
10.2016 - 08.2017
  • Analyzed and synthesized complex UN resolutions and charters, distilling critical information into concise, reader-friendly explanations for diverse international audiences, ensuring global understanding and engagement
  • Drove the planning and execution of an impactful Intern Learning Day event, leveraging social media channels to effectively engage and inform the target audience, resulting in an impressive turnout of 50+ registrants.
  • Conducted research into different sustainability plans to identify useful solutions and develop deployment plans.
  • Collected data, evaluated trends and authored in-depth reports detailing findings and proposing recommendations for each issue.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Education

Master of Studies - Law

Fordham University School of Law
New York, NY

Master of Science - Textile, Apparel Design, and Merchandising, Linguistics

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA

Bachelor of Arts - Communications, English Literature

Loyola University
New Orleans, LA

Skills

  • Independent Self-Starter
  • Multitasking
  • Collaborative
  • Global Campaigns
  • Writing
  • Value Building
  • Public Policy
  • NGOs
  • Sustainability
  • Action & Empowerment
  • Communications
  • Corporate Responsibility
  • Project Management
  • Regulatory Filings
  • Environmental Safety

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Policy and Regulatory Manager

WE ACT For Environmental Justice
09.2021 - Current

Environmental Policy and Advocacy Coordinator

WE ACT For Environmental Justice
10.2020 - 09.2021

Communications & Unreal Campaign Coordinator

International Trademark Association
03.2018 - 10.2018

UN Advocacy and Policy Manager/Global Sustainability

Hechos por Nosotros
01.2018 - 03.2020

Intern

United Nations
10.2016 - 08.2017

Master of Studies - Law

Fordham University School of Law

Master of Science - Textile, Apparel Design, and Merchandising, Linguistics

Louisiana State University

Bachelor of Arts - Communications, English Literature

Loyola University
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