US SIF: The Sustainable Investment Forum, a leading voice in sustainable investing, has announced major changes to its Board of Directors for the 2025-2027 term. The organization has elected a new Board Chair and eight Directors, marking a significant shift in leadership that will guide its strategic direction in the coming years.
Stephanie Cohn Rupp, CEO of Veris Wealth Partners, has been elected as the new Board Chair, succeeding Diederik Timmer who served in the role for seven years. Cohn Rupp, who joined the US SIF Board in 2021, brings over two decades of global impact investing experience to the position. Iyassu Essayas, CEO and Founder of Inflows, will continue as Vice Chair of the Board.
The election of eight new Directors to the Board further strengthens US SIF’s leadership team. The new Directors include Rebecca Adamson, founder of First Peoples Worldwide; Nakia Maddox Eubanks, an investment manager at Trillium Asset Management; Nelle Coady Joubert, a Managing Director at MSCI Inc.; Saurabh Narain, President and CEO of National Community Investment Fund; Beth-ann Roth, a former SEC lawyer and co-founder of R|K Invest Law, PBC; Leslie Samuelrich, President of Green Century Funds; Derek Strocher, CFO of Calvert Impact; and Kimberly Gluck, Managing Director at Boston Trust Walden, who was re-elected for a third term.
These new Board members bring a diverse range of expertise in areas such as Indigenous Peoples’ rights, sustainable finance policy, community investment, shareholder rights, and corporate engagement. Their collective experience will be instrumental in advancing US SIF’s mission to rapidly shift investment practices toward sustainability.
Maria Lettini, CEO of US SIF, expressed enthusiasm about the new Board composition, stating, ‘Our seven new Board members and returning Directors will help us build on the legacy of our organization and support the shift to a more resilient economy.’ She emphasized the wealth of experience in sustainable and impact investing that the new Directors bring, as well as their deep financial acumen.
The changes in leadership come at a critical time for the sustainable investing industry. As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors continue to gain prominence in investment decision-making, US SIF’s role in shaping industry practices and advocating for sustainable finance policies becomes increasingly important.
US SIF represents members with $5 trillion in assets under management or advisement, highlighting the significant influence the organization wields in the financial sector. The new Board will be tasked with guiding US SIF’s efforts to promote long-term investment strategies that generate positive social and environmental impacts while supporting the transition to a more resilient and equitable global economy.
The organization’s commitment to diversity, innovation, and excellence is reflected in the composition of the new Board. By bringing together leaders from various sectors of the sustainable investing landscape, US SIF is well-positioned to address the complex challenges and opportunities facing the industry.
As the sustainable investing field continues to evolve rapidly, the expertise and strategic vision of the new Board will be crucial in helping US SIF navigate emerging trends, regulatory changes, and market dynamics. Their leadership will be instrumental in advancing the organization’s educational initiatives, research activities, and advocacy efforts aimed at accelerating the adoption of sustainable investing practices across the financial sector.
Investors, financial professionals, and industry observers will be watching closely to see how the new Board shapes US SIF’s priorities and initiatives in the coming years. With the growing urgency of global challenges such as climate change and social inequality, the organization’s work in promoting sustainable investing strategies has never been more relevant or important.
For more information about US SIF and its Board of Directors, interested parties can visit the organization’s website at ussif.org/board.
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