Ready to Lead with Impact? Sustainability and Leadership with Karin Ekberg

BRIEF SUMMARY OF EPISODEIn this episode of IT`S IN YOU!, host Katharina Engelhardt welcomes Karin Ekberg, CEO and Founder of Leadership & Sustainability. With over 35 years of experience, Karin has significantly impacted sustainability, supply chain management, and leadership. She discusses the importance of sustainability leaders today and the challenges she faced in integrating sustainability into business practices long before it became a trend. They dive into Karin’s career journey, from her background in chemical engineering to founding her company, which helps businesses become sustainability leaders. Karin also shares insights on the power of role models, career advice for women, and the need for leadership skills in driving sustainability initiatives. The conversation wraps up with Karin’s vision for her company's future and how she's expanding its global footprint.BULLET POINTS OF KEY TOPICS & CHAPTER MARKERS00:00 Introduction to Karin’s Career Path Katharina introduces Karin Ekberg and her impressive background in chemical engineering and sustainability. Karin shares her early career journey and how her mother served as a role model, influencing her decision to pursue a career in engineering.02:58 The Importance of Sustainability Leaders Karin explains why sustainability needs to be embedded in leadership roles and how companies can become sustainability leaders with a structured, systemic approach.08:52 Role Models & Career Inspiration Karin discusses the significance of role models in her life, including her grandfather and her parents, and how they shaped her mindset about environmental responsibility and career success.13:55 The Significance of Leadership Skills in Sustainability22:59 Advice for Women Pursuing Careers in Sustainability Karin advises women in the sustainability field, emphasizing the importance of leadership, influence, and developing business skills alongside technical expertise.28:08 Karin’s Vision for Leadership & Sustainability Karin discusses her company's future, including expanding its global reach and building services in new markets such as China and Latin America.RESOURCES & LINKSConnect with Karin on LinkedInVisit Karins WebsiteLink to Karins TedTalkConnect with Katharina on LinkedInVisit Katharina's WebsiteCALL TO ACTION, EPISODE LINK & CONTACT INFOIf you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe to YOU GOT THIS! for more leadership and career inspiration. For more insights and resources, follow Katharina on LinkedIn and visit her website. Share this episode with women in your network ready to step into leadership roles with confidence and sustainability in mind!Contact: [email protected] Keywordssustainability leadership, career journey, role models, systemic approach, engineering and manufacturing, leadership skills, business integration, education, challenges, organizational development📩 If this episode resonates with you, share it on LinkedIn and tag us!Connect with Katharina🌐 Website: www.katharinaengelhardt.com💼 LinkedIn: Connect with Katharina on LinkedIn📩 Subscribe to Katharinas newsletterIf you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe to IT`S IN YOU! so you never miss an update. For more leadership and career inspiration, follow Katharina on LinkedIn and visit her website for additional resources. Don’t forget to share the podcast with the women in your life who are ready to step into their leadership roles with confidence.Contact: [email protected]