Are you a climate-forward company?*
Make sure the world — and your employees — know!
*Read on for a check list to see if you are, and the mistakes you’re probably making without knowing it!
Do you wish to be perceived as a climate-forward company, one that takes bold initiatives toward a just and sustainable future, with all stakeholders’ best interest at heart?
If so, chances are you’re making some mistakes that are costing you more than you know. Let’s get into it.
If you’re a company taking sustainability initiatives, chances are…
You’re not centering your climate goals in your messaging and communication, internally or externally.
You’re communicating your incentives with the wrong narratives, which leads to miscommunication between departments, frustration inside the sustainability team, pushback on projects, and unnecessary roadblocks.
You fail to leverage your employees’ (often hidden) desire to make an impact in their current position, leaving a wealth of creativity, productivity, and unfulfilled inspiration on the table.
You’re ‘green hushing’, meaning you’re holding back on sharing your sustainability goals and initiatives in fear of greenwashing, causing you (and the industry at large) to lose momentum, growth, and opportunities to build long-lasting trust with your clients and stakeholders.
Let’s unlock your climate leadership potential!
I am uniquely positioned to help you authentically position yourself as a climate-forward company, while creating a strong internal culture with a similar goal in mind.
Did you know that 83% of people want to take action on climate change in their jobs?
Why work with me?
From co-founding the world’s first ethical modeling agency, where I guided 200+ talents in their impact-driven brands and positioning, to teaching on the topic of climate optimism + branding at CUNY, and hosting workshops for companies on climate communication, corporate impact, and employee engagement, I’m sitting on a well of uniquely put-together insights, experience, and knowledge. I want to put those resources to use and activate the true potential your company holds in making a serious impact in this world.
The future is being written today, and potential is being lost in hopelessness, frustration, and miscommunication. Let’s do something about that!
“Anne Therese spoke at our event, made up of people working at the intersection of business and sustainability, and we hung on every word. We'd love to have her speak to us again. Highly recommended.”
Sofi Papamarko, Green Economy Canada
“Yesterday was a dream, and surreal to have you talk to our company!”
Michelle, Hanover Insurance
“Your presentation provided valuable insight on how participants can integrate climate action strategies into their own organization through the lens of climate optimism. I appreciate the practical examples and best practices you shared, providing our companies with actionable guidance to inspire and motivate climate optimism within their businesses.”
Mallory Cannon, UN Global Compact Network USA
The Climate Optimist Blueprint
Not just optimism. Work filled with joy and empowerment.
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Audit + Roadmap
We’ll take a close look at your current messaging, explore how your internal culture is structured, and uncover what’s missing to build a strong, streamlined, and human-centered culture.
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Messaging
Communicating your goals, initiatives, and most importantly, milestones has never been more crucial. Narratives matter, as do transparency and authenticity. Let’s craft a story that reflects your ambition, inspires creativity, and builds trust with your stakeholders.
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Internal Culture
Your culture is your company’s heartbeat. When it’s misaligned, communication breaks down and momentum stalls. Together, we’ll clarify your values, strengthen alignment, and create a leadership culture that supports the future you want to build—not the past that holds you back.
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Implementation
What would it look like to bring these initiatives to life? From external messaging and media strategy to internal communication, leadership training, and culture building, we’ll create a clear roadmap to set you up for success.
Did you know?
84% of customers say poor environmental practices will alienate them from a brand or company. Arabella Ruiz, Jan 2025
Employees whose values align with their employer’s are 70% more likely to recommend their company as a great place to work (vs. 25% when misaligned). Qualtrics, 2024
50% of employees are considering quitting their jobs for lack of aligning values? Kite Insights
82% of employees say it’s important that their company has a clear purpose/mission. People Insight UK, 2024
Almost two-thirds of employees can’t explain their companies’ climate commitments. Kite Insights
77% of employees across the world are uninformed or unconfident about their knowledge of the climate, with 29% of employees saying that the business where they work is not taking enough action on climate change. Kite Insights
