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February 1, 2024

Pat Kane’s Sustainability Seatbealt Paradigm

On this episode of the Gross Profit Podcast, James Kennedy sits down with Pat Kane, a leading figure in the sustainability landscape. Pat serves as the Chief Sustainability Officer at Pragmatica, a prominent sustainability writer, speaker, and the Founder and CEO of reuzi, a renowned one-stop shop for sustainable living products.
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James Kennedy sits down with Pat Kane, a leading figure in the sustainability landscape. Pat serves as the Chief Sustainability Officer at Pragmatica, a prominent sustainability writer, speaker, and the Founder and CEO of reuzi, a renowned one-stop shop for sustainable living products.

Pat delves into the critical impact of sustainability on consumer decisions and the attractiveness of companies to potential hires. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the nuances of sustainability and how both significant and minor actions contribute to an organization’s sustainability score.

Pragmatica, known for its comprehensive sustainability solutions, plays a vital role in helping clients enhance their sustainability, carbon, and ESG journeys. Pat shares expertise from years of advising on developing and implementing strategies that yield long-term value for all stakeholders.

What You’ll Learn:

  1. The Power of Sustainability in Consumer Decisions: Explore how sustainability actions influence consumer choices and company reputations.
  2. Attracting Talent with Sustainability Initiatives: Understand the importance of sustainability in attracting and retaining top talent.
  3. Practical Steps Towards a Sustainable Future: Insights into the services offered by Pragmatica, ranging from carbon footprint measurement to strategic planning and implementation.

Episode Highlights:

  • “Pat, how do you see sustainability shaping the future of consumer decisions and business practices?”
  • “Can you elaborate on Pragmatica’s approach to measuring and reducing carbon footprints for clients?”
  • “How does Pragmatica’s ESG strategy support businesses in their journey towards sustainability?”
  • “In your experience, what role does customer experience play in communicating and implementing sustainable practices?”

Pragmatica’s offerings include a broad range of consultancy services like carbon footprint measurement, strategic planning, sustainability communications strategy, and customer experience enhancements. Pat and the team at Pragmatica are dedicated to guiding clients through the complex world of climate management solutions, providing tailored, practical actions for impactful results.

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