John Davies
John Davies leads the Trellis Network, a member-based, peer-to-peer learning forum for sustainability professionals. The network is made up of senior executives from $1 billion-plus corporations working together to share best practices and lessons learned for implementing sustainable development programs. Davies is an experienced entrepreneur and innovator who has applied his business and management skills to launching start-ups as well as improving the operations of existing businesses. Davies is a frequent keynote speaker at international events, is well-known for his supply chain and sustainability expertise and is the author of numerous articles in business, industry and educational publications. John received his bachelor’s degree from SUNY at Fredonia and his master’s degree from the University of Delaware.
A Report from PepsiCo's Road to Zero
The company has set an ambitious goal to make its 27-year-old Frito-Lay manufacturing facility in Arizona a "near net zero" consumer of energy and water. Here's how it's progressing. Read More
Diversey's Portfolio Approach Toward Sustainability ROI
How Diversey sustainability program delivered an impressive ROI by providing a new perspective on old issues. Read More
The GreenBiz Executive Network Becomes Reality
The member-led GreenBiz Executive Network is off to a great start. John Davies, vice president of the GreenBiz Intelligence unit, recaps the work thus far of the learning organization whose next meeting is May 21. Read More
Carbon Accounting Amid Corporate Silos: Will It Add Up?
For sustainability and environmental executives, measuring what you want to manage is the key to success and a company's carbon footprint is no different. John Davies talks with Groom Energy CEO Jon Guerster about bridging the corporate disconnect between those who measure and those who manage emissions. Read More
Dell's New Rules in Leadership for Business and the Environment
Dell is now using its direct model in new ways to showcase the company's environmental commitment, which it has identified as a key strategy for future growth. Read More
In Memoriam: Important Leadership Lessons From Anita Roddick
The recent passing of Body Shop founder lacked the kind of coverage in the U.S. press befitting a woman with her legacy. But Anita had important lessons for business leaders and especially those who are positioning their companies at the forefront of sustainability. Read More
The Rise of the Chief Green Officer
The intersection of business risk and profitable opportunity in the emerging green economy is giving rise to a new executive who has a broad span of influence and control to pursue a company's green agenda. Read More