Nigel serves as the CEO of the We Mean Business coalition. He was a founding member of the WMB board while working for CDP and joined as CEO in early 2015.

Nigel serves as the CEO of the We Mean Business coalition. He was a founding member of the WMB board while working for CDP and joined as CEO in early 2015.

Heather is responsible for synthesis across the coalition’s policy, corporate engagement and communications work to deliver the coalition’s strategy and oversee the planning, management, finance and partnerships activities.

Jen Austin is the Policy Director for We Mean Business where she leads the coalition’s global policy strategy, working with coalition partners and the world’s leading businesses to articulate a compelling business case for ambitious climate policy around the world. Previously, Jen served as Chief of Staff and Senior Policy Advisor in the Office of the Special Envoy for Climate Change at the U.S. State Department.

Jennifer is responsible for designing, executing and measuring the coalition’s corporate engagement work to achieve a fundamental shift in corporate climate leadership. Prior to We Mean Business Jennifer held positions at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, Conservation International, and World Wildlife Fund.

Caroline is responsible for developing powerful strategic communications strategies that maximise the We Mean Business coalition’s impact.

As Director of Operations and Culture, Carina supports the team in day-to-day management and long-term planning, working to launch all of our products, events and initiatives for maximum impact.

Sara Brannman recently joined the We Mean Business Coalition as Executive Assistant to the CEO. In this role, Sara supports Nigel Topping in his efforts to accelerate the zero-carbon transition by helping him manage his time and assisting him with daily tasks.

Before joining We Mean Business, Sara spent one year managing special projects as an intern at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (Region 10) before joining the Campion Advocacy Fund/Campion Foundation, where she supported the public lands, homelessness, and capacity building programs for four years.

Sara holds a dual B.A. in Environmental Studies and Public Policy, as well as a minor in Human Rights. She spent time studying the effects of climate change on biodiversity in Peru and Ecuador, and researched international refugee law in Washington DC. She is particularly passionate about issues related to environmental justice and racial equity.

As Corporate Engagement Manager, Dean coordinates the design and delivery of business engagement strategies across the coalition to achieve the fundamental shift in corporate climate action.

Kristen oversees the coalition’s communications for the U.S. She collaborates closely with partners and the Secretariat policy and corporate engagement teams to elevate the coalition’s commitment campaigns and impact. Prior to joining We Mean Business, Kristen was an account director at Fenton.

As Editor, Robin is responsible for coordinating the content produced by the We Mean Business Coalition, from in-depth analysis to timely thought leadership articles.

Bruce Boyd joined Arabella Advisors as a principal in 2007 after spending 20 years building and leading for-profit and nonprofit ventures. Bruce has worked with Arabella’s foundation, individual and family, and corporate clients on engagements that have focused on strategic planning, family engagement, due diligence, program development and implementation, impact investing, and evaluation of impact. Bruce has worked on regional, national, and international projects stretching across a range of issues, including community development, human rights, education, and the environment.