On Demand Webinar: ISSP Competency Study (2009)

ISSP Competency Study 2009

Presenter: Marsha Willard

Date: This webinar was recorded on October 14, 2009.

Cost: $25, free for members

The interest and momentum behind sustainability has created a whole new professional track. Professionals working in the field come from varied backgrounds and bring a multitude of skills and abilities. That makes for a rich and diverse collection of professionals, but it makes it very hard for people who want to enter the field to find the best and most expedient path. It also complicates hiring for organizations who aren't sure what they should be asking for.

ISSP surveyed sustainability professionals worldwide, asking them the question: "What does a sustainability professional need to know?" We believe the answer will not only be of keen interest to our members, but to employers and institutions of higher education as well. Tune into this webinar and hear a report of the early findings by the research committee led by Executive Director, Marsha Willard. You'll want to know what you should know!

About the Presenter

Marsha is the founder and Executive Director for the International Society of Sustainability Professionals.  Marsha is also co-founder and CEO of AXIS Performance Advisors, Inc. a Northwest based consulting firm specializing in helping organizations implement sustainable business practices. She has worked with organizations in both the public and private sector providing training, consulting,  facilitation and executive coaching services. Some of her clients include Monsanto, Bonneville Power Administration, Cascade Corporation, City of Portland, AAA of N. California, Oregon Department of Human Services, Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, Washington Department of Ecology, Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Wacker Siltronic, Conway Transportation, GreenBlue and the Zero Waste Alliance.

Marsha is also adjunct faculty for several colleges and universities. She teaches classes in sustainability for the University of Oregon, Bainbridge Graduate Institute and the Presidio School of Management. In addition she is an associate of the Zero Waste Alliance and a coach and presenter for the Natural Step Network.