Meet the Speakers: Michael Dupee

Michael Dupee | Chief Executive Officer, Sustainable Brands (USA)

Session: Day 2 | Collaboration:  what comes next

How did you get here?

A long and winding road through consumer packaged goods, law, investment banking, teaching, and entrepeneurship

How would you describe your relationship to purpose?

My first job was in a purpose-oriented organisation so it’s the only way I know! It’s the water I've been swimming in my whole career.

For those who don't know your organisation, can you give us the elevator pitch?

Sustainable Brands is a global movement of business leaders, entrepreneurs, marketers, and innovators dedicated to accelerating the transition toward a sustainable and regenerative economy.

What’s the biggest purpose/sustainability myth that needs busting?

That it costs more!

If you could sit down with one global leader to discuss the state of the world, who would it be and why?

President Zelensky, Ukraine. He's the only leader I see on the global stage who's actually leading.

What is a purpose/sustainability trend/word you love or hate right now?

Saving the world, one [fill in the blank] at a time!

What are you most excited about for this conference?

Meeting everyone and building a deeper relationship with the SB Aotearoa team and community.