Francis Janes
Industry Relations and Partnerships Director at Beneficial State Foundation- Claim this Profile
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Jim Nicolow, FAIA, LEED Fellow
I really enjoyed working with Francis on the inaugural JUST Label for Lord Aeck Sargent in February 2017. He was extremely helpful in navigating this new process, and I've appreciated our ongoing communications and look forward to continued efforts to further integrate and celebrate equity and social justice in our operations.
Kenner Kingston
In pursuit of Arch Nexus' first JUST label, and again during our recent renewal process, Francis provided outstanding guidance and support to me and our company. As the primary administrator of the program, his knowledge and, more importantly, his understanding of the complexity of social equity issues in real-world application was amazing. The introspective process that is required in order to obtain the JUST label could not be supported by a better person. Thank you Francis!
Jim Nicolow, FAIA, LEED Fellow
I really enjoyed working with Francis on the inaugural JUST Label for Lord Aeck Sargent in February 2017. He was extremely helpful in navigating this new process, and I've appreciated our ongoing communications and look forward to continued efforts to further integrate and celebrate equity and social justice in our operations.
Kenner Kingston
In pursuit of Arch Nexus' first JUST label, and again during our recent renewal process, Francis provided outstanding guidance and support to me and our company. As the primary administrator of the program, his knowledge and, more importantly, his understanding of the complexity of social equity issues in real-world application was amazing. The introspective process that is required in order to obtain the JUST label could not be supported by a better person. Thank you Francis!
Jim Nicolow, FAIA, LEED Fellow
I really enjoyed working with Francis on the inaugural JUST Label for Lord Aeck Sargent in February 2017. He was extremely helpful in navigating this new process, and I've appreciated our ongoing communications and look forward to continued efforts to further integrate and celebrate equity and social justice in our operations.
Kenner Kingston
In pursuit of Arch Nexus' first JUST label, and again during our recent renewal process, Francis provided outstanding guidance and support to me and our company. As the primary administrator of the program, his knowledge and, more importantly, his understanding of the complexity of social equity issues in real-world application was amazing. The introspective process that is required in order to obtain the JUST label could not be supported by a better person. Thank you Francis!
Jim Nicolow, FAIA, LEED Fellow
I really enjoyed working with Francis on the inaugural JUST Label for Lord Aeck Sargent in February 2017. He was extremely helpful in navigating this new process, and I've appreciated our ongoing communications and look forward to continued efforts to further integrate and celebrate equity and social justice in our operations.
Kenner Kingston
In pursuit of Arch Nexus' first JUST label, and again during our recent renewal process, Francis provided outstanding guidance and support to me and our company. As the primary administrator of the program, his knowledge and, more importantly, his understanding of the complexity of social equity issues in real-world application was amazing. The introspective process that is required in order to obtain the JUST label could not be supported by a better person. Thank you Francis!
Credentials
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Skills for Inclusive Conversations
LinkedInSep, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Business Sustainability Management
University of Colorado Boulder -
GRI G4 Reporting
ISOS Group -
The Natural Step Framework Level 1
The Natural Step
Experience
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Beneficial State Foundation
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United States
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Industry Relations and Partnerships Director
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Jan 2020 - Present
Introduce Triple-Bottom-Line (TBL) standards to banks and, in collaboration, develop and adopt industry-wide standards for social impact banking. Build relationships with banking industry leaders and influencers. Establish a positive presence for Beneficial State Foundation with trade groups, industry associations and other relevant stakeholder organizations. Introduce Triple-Bottom-Line (TBL) standards to banks and, in collaboration, develop and adopt industry-wide standards for social impact banking. Build relationships with banking industry leaders and influencers. Establish a positive presence for Beneficial State Foundation with trade groups, industry associations and other relevant stakeholder organizations.
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International Living Future Institute
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate Director
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Jan 2015 - Jan 2020
Responsible for leading and expanding the JUST Program nationally and internationally. Supporting Diversity, Corporate Social Responsibility, Human Resource and Executive Leaders who are advocating for progressive, compassionate and enlightened human resource practices and policies. Represents the International Living Future Institute at conferences to deliver workshops and presentations on social justice programs, practices and policies. Responsible for elevating the discussion around social justice issues in all organizations. Responsible for internal efforts to advance diversity, equity and inclusion policies and practices. Supporting the Living Building Challenge and Living Product Challenge program teams to incorporate social equity metrics and practices. Designing and implementing the business development plan to drive JUST Program growth and market acceptance.
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Executive Board Member
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Sep 2011 - Sep 2014
I served as the Board Secretary on a non-profit organization with a rich and proud tradition of authentic leadership development, personal and organizational transformation, social justice and as a catalyst for thriving, vibrant communities. I participated in numerous community engagement and outreach events in order to build a stronger network of funders and supporters. I served on the inaugural Board Development Committee which led to the launch of the first ever Capital Campaign. I served as the Board Secretary on a non-profit organization with a rich and proud tradition of authentic leadership development, personal and organizational transformation, social justice and as a catalyst for thriving, vibrant communities. I participated in numerous community engagement and outreach events in order to build a stronger network of funders and supporters. I served on the inaugural Board Development Committee which led to the launch of the first ever Capital Campaign.
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Beneficial State Bank
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United States
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Banking
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100 - 200 Employee
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Vice President
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Oct 2008 - Nov 2013
Responsible for developing collaborative business relationships with social purpose corporations, community development organizations, sustainable business enterprises, and non-profit organizations. Generated opportunities for lending capital into social impact sectors such as sustainable agriculture, cleantech and affordable housing. Organized and hosted community events, receptions and socials to build awareness of bank mission, vision and core values. Responsible for developing collaborative business relationships with social purpose corporations, community development organizations, sustainable business enterprises, and non-profit organizations. Generated opportunities for lending capital into social impact sectors such as sustainable agriculture, cleantech and affordable housing. Organized and hosted community events, receptions and socials to build awareness of bank mission, vision and core values.
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US Bank
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Banking
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Branch Manager
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May 2006 - Aug 2008
Provided leadership at a high volume retail branch banking environment. Earned accolades as a Pinnacle Award Winning branch for sales and customer service excellence. Provided leadership at a high volume retail branch banking environment. Earned accolades as a Pinnacle Award Winning branch for sales and customer service excellence.
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Branch Manager
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May 2004 - Apr 2006
Launched an in-store branch location for a rapidly expanding regional credit union. Earned President's Award in consecutive years for productivity, business performance and member satisfaction. Launched an in-store branch location for a rapidly expanding regional credit union. Earned President's Award in consecutive years for productivity, business performance and member satisfaction.
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Cafe Ambrosia
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United States
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Aviation & Aerospace
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Managing Director
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Jul 2000 - Mar 2004
Responsible for overall development and execution of business plan. Maintains operations by preparing policies and standard operating procedures; implementing production, productivity, quality, and patron-service standards; determining and implementing system improvements. Controls purchases and inventory by meeting with account manager; negotiating prices and contracts; developing preferred supplier lists; reviewing and evaluating usage reports; analyzing variances; taking corrective actions. Accomplishes human resource objectives by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining management staff.
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MCI Systemhouse
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Account Executive
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Jun 1992 - Nov 1999
Developed and managed Fortune 500 client relationships. Served as consultant on mission critical information technology projects. Generate actionable and impactful recommendations for business process improvements. Developed high impact senior leadership presentations. Negotiated multi-year technology services, application development & consulting contracts. Developed and managed Fortune 500 client relationships. Served as consultant on mission critical information technology projects. Generate actionable and impactful recommendations for business process improvements. Developed high impact senior leadership presentations. Negotiated multi-year technology services, application development & consulting contracts.
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Education
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2014 - 2015
University of Colorado Boulder
Business Sustainabiity Management -
1978 - 1981
University of British Columbia Electrical and Computer Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
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