Kristin Hughes
Resource Circularity Director, Executive Committee Member at World Economic Forum- Claim this Profile
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Ewa Lucyk
I had the pleasure of working with Kristin at Mars and was impressed by her ability to simplify complex problems and provide unique insights that helped to shape and drive strategies. Kristin has a wealth of experience, particularly in the areas of sustainability and reputation building, as well as being an expert in issue and crisis management. I often saw her put those skills to good use at Mars, helping to drive stakeholder engagement and ensuring that the business remained safe from risk. I enjoyed collaborating with Kristin and would not hesitate to recommend her.
Daryl Scrivens
It was a pleasure to work with Kristin during her time with Hasbro. She was an excellent communicator and put in the time and effort to understand a variety of technical issues before deciding upon lobbying and communications strategies. An intelligent and talented networker.
Ewa Lucyk
I had the pleasure of working with Kristin at Mars and was impressed by her ability to simplify complex problems and provide unique insights that helped to shape and drive strategies. Kristin has a wealth of experience, particularly in the areas of sustainability and reputation building, as well as being an expert in issue and crisis management. I often saw her put those skills to good use at Mars, helping to drive stakeholder engagement and ensuring that the business remained safe from risk. I enjoyed collaborating with Kristin and would not hesitate to recommend her.
Daryl Scrivens
It was a pleasure to work with Kristin during her time with Hasbro. She was an excellent communicator and put in the time and effort to understand a variety of technical issues before deciding upon lobbying and communications strategies. An intelligent and talented networker.
Ewa Lucyk
I had the pleasure of working with Kristin at Mars and was impressed by her ability to simplify complex problems and provide unique insights that helped to shape and drive strategies. Kristin has a wealth of experience, particularly in the areas of sustainability and reputation building, as well as being an expert in issue and crisis management. I often saw her put those skills to good use at Mars, helping to drive stakeholder engagement and ensuring that the business remained safe from risk. I enjoyed collaborating with Kristin and would not hesitate to recommend her.
Daryl Scrivens
It was a pleasure to work with Kristin during her time with Hasbro. She was an excellent communicator and put in the time and effort to understand a variety of technical issues before deciding upon lobbying and communications strategies. An intelligent and talented networker.
Ewa Lucyk
I had the pleasure of working with Kristin at Mars and was impressed by her ability to simplify complex problems and provide unique insights that helped to shape and drive strategies. Kristin has a wealth of experience, particularly in the areas of sustainability and reputation building, as well as being an expert in issue and crisis management. I often saw her put those skills to good use at Mars, helping to drive stakeholder engagement and ensuring that the business remained safe from risk. I enjoyed collaborating with Kristin and would not hesitate to recommend her.
Daryl Scrivens
It was a pleasure to work with Kristin during her time with Hasbro. She was an excellent communicator and put in the time and effort to understand a variety of technical issues before deciding upon lobbying and communications strategies. An intelligent and talented networker.
Credentials
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NED Level 1
Financial TimesMay, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
WSET Level 3
WSET — Wine & Spirit Education TrustMay, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
PADI
PADIMay, 1993- Nov, 2024
Experience
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World Economic Forum
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Switzerland
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Resource Circularity Director, Executive Committee Member
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Feb 2019 - Present
It is my great honour to lead the Resource Circularity Pillar for the World Economic Forum - working with governments and businesses to drive systems change and create more resilient, competitive and sustainable value chains. We have an ambitious plan to engage partners looking to address the current resource scarcity issue. Working with various industries we are developing an approach that supports industry transformation that will enable businesses and their supply chains to be more resilient, more competitive and more sustainable. As the head of the Global Plastic Action Partnership, I have successfully led a team of creative and dedicated individuals who are passionate about addressing the plastic pollution crisis impacting our planet. Together we have taken a concept and built a program that can support governments and businesses alike looking to take action and mitigate plastic pollution. The concept has pivoted into a scalable and impactful initiative that will be even more valuable with the adoption of a globally binding treaty to end plastic pollution. We believe it is possible to end pollution and reduce our reliance on virgin materials by focusing on systems change and transitioning from a traditional linear approach to one that embraces a circular economy. We are bringing together government, corporate and civil society leaders along with academics, informal sector representatives and others to achieve this shared goal. Want to help or get more involved? We are always looking for innovations, insights and investors who are interested in being on the right side of history. Ping me - let’s connect and together deliver impact that matters! Show less
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Mars
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Sustainability, Health & Wellbeing Mars Food
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Jan 2013 - Dec 2017
Drove the development and implementation of Mars Food Sustainability Strategy focusing primarily on raw materials, supply chain and packaging while engaging partners around the world. Sought to create improvements in social and environmental impacts from farm level to consumer use through the development and implementation of the Sustainable Rice Platform, a multistakeholder approach devised in partnership with UNEP and the International Rice Research Institute. The SRP aims to support small hold farmers, reduce water usage and eliminate unnecessary reliance on chemicals-based pesticides. Developed relationships and engaged with key external stakeholders, including governments and NGOs to help promote sustainability practices and improve Mars Food’s value chain. Promoted engagement on the ground through partnerships focused on farmer training that can be scaled up for use in other countries. Explored ways to engage women more – whether directly within Mars supply chains or through the communities that support them, focusing primarily on the raw materials used and needed. Developed public awareness campaign videos focusing on sustainable farming, health and wellbeing and the Mars Food approach to embracing the Five Principles of Mars Inc. Served on the Leadership Committee of the Sustainable Rice Platform, the American Chamber of Commerce in Brussels and WFA in Brussels. Show less
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Hasbro
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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European Affairs and Corporate Responsibility (Interim)
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Oct 2010 - Dec 2012
Represented Hasbro EU as interim Corporate Affairs Director, managing the corporate affairs portfolio and assisting with crisis and reputation management, including drafting strategies and communications tools. Designed Hasbro's sustainability strategy and approach to engage strategically in the EU on emerging issues like country-specific environmental labeling initiatives. Drove public policy strategy on a variety of issues, including Toy Safety, REACH, Environmental Sustainability and Labeling, Packaging, Data Protection, and Advertising to Children. Served on Hasbro’s European Leadership team and the Steering Committee for Media Smart UK supporting a more inclusive and responsible approach to marketing and advertising. Show less
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Gap Inc.
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Global Public Policy, Stakeholder Engagement and Supply Chain Issues Management
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Jan 2006 - Sep 2010
Directed Gap’s global Public Policy Department, including the development of legislative and political strategy worldwide and stakeholder engagements; addressing international supply chain crises. Saved Gap over $1bn in 2009 by collaborating with strategic partners to thwart damaging legislative proposals and negotiate improved business results in the areas of product safety, health care reform, labor proposals and trade enforcement policies. Coordinated the political outreach and stakeholder engagement approach on the ground in China to position the company strongly for its initial China store-opening in Shanghai and Beijing. Created a supply chain strategy to support Haiti as well as Gap, creating greater economic opportunities and investment in Haiti following the earthquake of 2010. Gap's engagement in Haiti was recognized and applauded by Former President Bill Clinton. Led sustainability discussions on Capitol Hill with key environmental stakeholders like Oxfam and CERES. Bolstered Gap’s reputation and established credibility among the NGO community and with Congressional leaders while progressing the environmental agenda. Represented Gap in international forums on human rights and disaster recovery. Organised and articulated the company position and promoted it with governments and business partners. Served on the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Show less
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Economic Development and International Trade
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Apr 2002 - Dec 2005
Created strategies on international business investments, global public policy engagements and corporate social responsibility activities. These strategies enabled HP to reduce costs and increase profits while improving its reputation in countries like Russia, China and emerging markets in Africa and Asia.Developed and advocated policies to position HP as a leader in international trade and corporate social responsibility in the US, EU and emerging markets, including Africa and Asia.
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Global Economic Development and Incusion
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Jan 1997 - Mar 2004
Negotiated international treaties representing HP on G8 and United Nations technology task forces. Successfully positioned HP for positive business outcomes while advancing the company's social and environmental objectives. Helped land key technology contracts with emerging market governments like Jordan, South Africa and India.Promoted HP technology leadership and solutions through engagements with global leaders at international events. Cultivated and managed key relationships like the United Nations, the World Economic Forum and the Clinton Global Initiative. Show less
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U.S. Presidential Campaign
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Press Advance Lead
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Jan 1995 - Dec 1996
Dole-Kemp Presidential Campaign, Advance Lead Managed press logistics on-site and in the field for presidential nominee Dole, vice-presidential nominee Kemp, and other political leaders throughout the 1996 Presidential campaign. Dole-Kemp Presidential Campaign, Advance Lead Managed press logistics on-site and in the field for presidential nominee Dole, vice-presidential nominee Kemp, and other political leaders throughout the 1996 Presidential campaign.
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United States Senate
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Legislative Offices
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700 & Above Employee
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Public Policy Assistant, US Senator Bob Dole and US Senator Mark Hatfield
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Aug 1993 - Jul 1996
Held a variety of Congressional staff positions, in which I managed a diverse legislative and public policy portfolio for elected officials and their staff. In addition, I created tools to assist Senators and staff on various issue analysis, constituent relations and bill tracking. Held a variety of Congressional staff positions, in which I managed a diverse legislative and public policy portfolio for elected officials and their staff. In addition, I created tools to assist Senators and staff on various issue analysis, constituent relations and bill tracking.
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State of Oregon
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Legislative Assistant for House Majority Leader Greg Walden
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Jan 1993 - Aug 1993
Organized and directed committee hearings on issues that were important to Representative Walden. Prepared briefings and collated relevant supportive information. Organized and directed committee hearings on issues that were important to Representative Walden. Prepared briefings and collated relevant supportive information.
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U.S. Forest Service
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Hotshot Firefighter
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May 1991 - Aug 1991
Lead 20-person team of first response fire fighters which included quick analysis and strategy to fight forest fires. Team deployed throughout the greater western US to assist with fires. Awarded the 1991 Montana Safety Award and promoted for leadership and troubleshooting in a crisis. Lead 20-person team of first response fire fighters which included quick analysis and strategy to fight forest fires. Team deployed throughout the greater western US to assist with fires. Awarded the 1991 Montana Safety Award and promoted for leadership and troubleshooting in a crisis.
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Education
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1998 - 2002
American University Washington College of Law
Juris Doctor, Law -
1989 - 1993
Willamette University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, International Relations, Public Policy & German -
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IMD Business School
Sustainability Executive Leadership -
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Duke University
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