Scott Hansen
Director of Standards and Education at Leading Harvest- Claim this Profile
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Sara Z.
Corporate trainings can get a little redundant, but when Scott is leading them he really brings a lot of energy that is quite contagious. He is fantastic at explaining auditing concepts to diverse audiences in an engaging way. Scott manages the training requirements for hundreds of auditors and contractors at SCS, and does so with positivity and humor.
Tammy Coe
Scott is a pleasure to work with. He is a team player with a positive and collaborative spirit. He is well-organized, yet flexible enough to adapt to changing priorities. Scott is a dedicated employee who consistently reflected the mission of our organization in his daily activities. He would be an asset to any team working in the area of corporate or non-profit training and/or certification systems.
Sara Z.
Corporate trainings can get a little redundant, but when Scott is leading them he really brings a lot of energy that is quite contagious. He is fantastic at explaining auditing concepts to diverse audiences in an engaging way. Scott manages the training requirements for hundreds of auditors and contractors at SCS, and does so with positivity and humor.
Tammy Coe
Scott is a pleasure to work with. He is a team player with a positive and collaborative spirit. He is well-organized, yet flexible enough to adapt to changing priorities. Scott is a dedicated employee who consistently reflected the mission of our organization in his daily activities. He would be an asset to any team working in the area of corporate or non-profit training and/or certification systems.
Sara Z.
Corporate trainings can get a little redundant, but when Scott is leading them he really brings a lot of energy that is quite contagious. He is fantastic at explaining auditing concepts to diverse audiences in an engaging way. Scott manages the training requirements for hundreds of auditors and contractors at SCS, and does so with positivity and humor.
Tammy Coe
Scott is a pleasure to work with. He is a team player with a positive and collaborative spirit. He is well-organized, yet flexible enough to adapt to changing priorities. Scott is a dedicated employee who consistently reflected the mission of our organization in his daily activities. He would be an asset to any team working in the area of corporate or non-profit training and/or certification systems.
Sara Z.
Corporate trainings can get a little redundant, but when Scott is leading them he really brings a lot of energy that is quite contagious. He is fantastic at explaining auditing concepts to diverse audiences in an engaging way. Scott manages the training requirements for hundreds of auditors and contractors at SCS, and does so with positivity and humor.
Tammy Coe
Scott is a pleasure to work with. He is a team player with a positive and collaborative spirit. He is well-organized, yet flexible enough to adapt to changing priorities. Scott is a dedicated employee who consistently reflected the mission of our organization in his daily activities. He would be an asset to any team working in the area of corporate or non-profit training and/or certification systems.
Credentials
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Certified Social Compliance Auditor (CSCA)
Association of Professional Social Compliance Auditors Inc. (APSCA)Feb, 2022- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Leading Harvest
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Standards and Education
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Aug 2022 - Present
Leading Harvest is a nonprofit organization committed to increasing adoption of sustainability practices in agriculture. It was formally organized in 2020 by and for all stakeholders across the agricultural value chain—from farmland owners to companies to communities. The organization provides assurance programs comprised of standards, audit procedures, training and education, and reporting and claim offerings that are optimized for flexibility, scalability, and impact. Leading Harvest is a nonprofit organization committed to increasing adoption of sustainability practices in agriculture. It was formally organized in 2020 by and for all stakeholders across the agricultural value chain—from farmland owners to companies to communities. The organization provides assurance programs comprised of standards, audit procedures, training and education, and reporting and claim offerings that are optimized for flexibility, scalability, and impact.
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SCS Global Services
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United States
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Environmental Services
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300 - 400 Employee
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Manager, Auditor Performance and Training
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Nov 2013 - Aug 2022
Work within Quality Assurance to develop and implement organization-wide auditor performance initiatives for all certification services, including: responsible forestry, climate, environmental claims, food and agriculture, and sustainable seafood. Work within Quality Assurance to develop and implement organization-wide auditor performance initiatives for all certification services, including: responsible forestry, climate, environmental claims, food and agriculture, and sustainable seafood.
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Grow Anthology
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Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
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Co-Owner
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Apr 2011 - Apr 2021
Grow Anthology centers on simple, timeless design. Our longboards are made from sustainably sourced and recycled paper. All products are proudly made in the USA. Grow Anthology centers on simple, timeless design. Our longboards are made from sustainably sourced and recycled paper. All products are proudly made in the USA.
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Midwest Hardwood Corporation
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United States
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Wholesale Building Materials
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1 - 100 Employee
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Corporate Responsibility Administrator
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Sep 2013 - Nov 2013
- Lead Corporate Responsibility Initiatives to include Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers ESP Program, Lacey Act and CA Prop 65 conformance, and help customers with their CSR and Supply Chain Initiatives. - Public voice for the company for Corporate Responsibility, providing education and outreach to customers. Prepare CR documents, reports, training materials and presentations including survey responses, conduct internal audits and oversee external audits.
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Rainforest Alliance
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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700 & Above Employee
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Training Associate
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Oct 2007 - Jun 2013
- Coordinate the training and development of auditors and staff across the globe, including eight regional offices and 350 active auditors. Offices in Estonia, Cameroon, Bolivia, Bali, Guatemala, Brazil, Canada, and United States. - Facilitate live training sessions for FSC certification and auditing requirements. - Develop, evaluate, and monitor systems for implementing and recording auditor and staff trainings. CHAIN OF CUSTODY ASSOCIATE (May 2008 - Jun 2010) - Manage the execution of Forest Stewardship Council Chain-of-Custody assessments and audits in the central United States by leading a team of four CoC Coordinators. Portfolio consists of over 400 clients. - Maintain a customer service relationship with keystone clients by preparing proposals, leading information conference calls, and providing a resource for FSC standard interpretation. CHAIN OF CUSTODY COORDINATOR (Oct 2007 - Apr 2008) - Manage the execution of Forest Stewardship Council Chain-of-Custody assessments and audits in WI, MI, and IN to include budgeting, service contracts, team identification, logistical planning, support to consultants, liaison with clients and review reports for approval. - Develop and implement annual audit schedules for FSC certified companies in the forest-product industry and ensure timely and efficient completion of annual audits. - Provide customer service to current and potential clients to include providing information about certification, guidance on interpretation of certification standards and trademark use.
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Young Life
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United States
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Religious Institutions
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700 & Above Employee
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Area Director
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Sep 2005 - Sep 2007
- Recruit, train, and mentor college-age volunteers. - Coordinate and lead weekend and week-long trips with high school students. - Head Program Director for Woodleaf, a Y.L. camping property, Summer 2006. - Administrate area with newsletters, mailings, phone calls, and personal visits. - Recruit, train, and mentor college-age volunteers. - Coordinate and lead weekend and week-long trips with high school students. - Head Program Director for Woodleaf, a Y.L. camping property, Summer 2006. - Administrate area with newsletters, mailings, phone calls, and personal visits.
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County of San Luis Obispo
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Seasonal Park Ranger
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May 2003 - Jul 2004
- Helped facilitate campers and enforce rules at a county recreational area. - Patrolled the park and lake each night for safety and precaution. - Maintained trails, camping areas, and buildings for proper water runoff and fire safety. - Helped facilitate campers and enforce rules at a county recreational area. - Patrolled the park and lake each night for safety and precaution. - Maintained trails, camping areas, and buildings for proper water runoff and fire safety.
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Education
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2002 - 2004
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
BS, Natural Resource Management
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