Designing out waste

James leads SBN’s work to accelerate the circular economy in New Zealand. He has extensive commercial experience, having worked in large corporates and owned his own business. His business sustainability journey started many years ago via the coffee industry where he was involved in Fair Trade. 

Kate leads SBN's work in packaging and is passionate about helping businesses innovate towards a circular economy. Before joining SBN Kate founded a plant-based food business and worked for an environmental NGO. She has a Master’s in Environmental Science from The University of Auckland and completed her Bachelor’s degree at Otago University. In her spare time, you'll find her skiing, surfing or hiking. 

Annie is a passionate advocate for the circular economy and loves working with businesses to achieve meaningful change in this space. She has a Bachelor of Design, majoring in Fashion, and a wide range of experience within the New Zealand fashion industry, using design led thinking to encourage systemic reform. In her spare time, you’ll find Annie cooking up a feast for family and friends or getting involved in some arts and crafts.

Georgia is a part of our Climate and Circular Economy teams. Before joining SBN she practised as a resource management lawyer. She has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in classics from the University of Otago. She has a passion for the environment and is excited to help New Zealand businesses in moving to a regenerative future.

In her spare time Georgia runs a charity that holds events on social and environmental issues and works with youth in governance.