CSO Roundtable - Building CO's Sustainability & Climate Professional Readiness

​Moderator: Jo Ann Hair, 1000 Gretas, ED; Women in CleanTech and Sustainability, CO Co-Lead
Speakers: Prof. Joel Hartter, CU Boulder, MENV
Heather Zanoni, former Dick's Sporting Goods, 1000 Gretas
Catherine, Musulin, Horizon Family Brands
Lindsay Tyson, Cardinal Health

We're hosting a candid discussion about the state of the Sustainability and Climate profession in the US in 2026, insights and trends, with viewpoints from academia, industry and consulting. Join friends and colleagues for a roundtable on what’s changing, what’s in demand, and what comes next for sustainability and climate work.

​ We’ll explore across industries:

• ​Building stronger bridges from academia to industry

• ​How regulatory delays reshape priorities

• ​The changing role of the CSO and sustainability function

• ​The shift toward risk, compliance, and execution

• ​Growing need to focus on adaptation and resilience