Maria McDonald

Maria McDonald is a sustainability professional on a mission to transform business models to prioritize people and planet alongside profit. Maria comes from a background in helping small and medium sized businesses achieve innovative sustainability goals. Maria currently serves as the Director of Sustainability for United By Blue, leading their entire sustainability footprint, from their B Corp certification to their product sustainability, and their one-for-one business model. She has also consulted for businesses of all sizes on cutting edge sustainability plans through her work in her private consulting practice and with leading sustainability consultancy, the Anthesis Group. She is well versed in sustainable business tactics, such as B Corp certifications, sustainability reporting metrics, product and supply chain management, climate target setting, impact reporting, and sustainability communications. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Georgetown University and a Masters in Sustainability Planning and Management University of Colorado Boulder. Maria resides in Boulder, CO and enjoys hiking, camping, and music.