As President Trump pursues a regressive, isolationist agenda, business is stepping up to address climate change, promote equality and protect human rights, and create economic opportunity. Join sustainability pioneer Hunter Lovins for a conversation series with industry experts to explore this shift in progressive business leadership.

September's Business Stepping Up conversation will feature Jorge Fotanez discussing how businesses are using their brand and voice to move the needle on important environmental and social issues. Jorge is the CEO of Marca Studio, working with for-profit and nonprofit social enterprises to develop next level growth strategies. He advises small businesses and startups with a focus on brand and marketing strategy to drive audience development, stakeholder engagement, and earned revenue. Also currently a Fellow at the Aspen Institute, Jorge previously worked for brands such as JPMorgan Chase, Colgate-Palmolive, and Alcoa and was named a 2012 “40 under 40” Brand Innovators for his expertise expertise in digital marketing.

Join Bard MBA in Sustainability as we host the Business Stepping Up Series monthly in downtown Manhattan featuring Hunter Lovins in discussion with Bard MBA faculty and alumni who are part of this business revolution.

Follow along with Business Stepping Up in the monthly Huffington Post column previewing that month's event:

Business Stepping Up: The Principles of Sustainable Management
Business Stepping Up Episode II: Entrepreneuring a Finer Future