Paul Polman, a prominent business leader and co-author of “Net Positive,” is dedicated to advancing action on climate change and inequality. Formerly the CEO of Unilever (2009-2019), he showcased that business can thrive with purpose, achieving a 290% increase in shareholder returns while consistently leading in global sustainability rankings. An advocate for UN Sustainable Development Goals, Paul spearheads initiatives with Systemiq, UN Global Compact, and industry coalitions in fashion and food. He is an Ambassador for the Race to Zero, leads the Valuable 500, and promotes disability inclusion through the Kilimanjaro Blind Trust, among various human rights campaigns.