Louis Demaso

About Louis Demaso

Louis DeMaso is a Manager at Pinion, working in the firm\'s sustainability consulting division. With a background in environmental science and sustainable agriculture, Louis has a deep understanding of the environmental, social, and business challenges faced by agricultural producers and food companies. Louis collaborates with a variety of stakeholders, including growers, processors, retailers, investors, non-profits, and industry associations to address sustainability challenges such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving water use efficiency.Louis has extensive experience in managing complex data systems, building data models, and leveraging multiple datasets for business insights. His proficiency with business intelligence software and systems allows him to guide companies through digital transformation, helping them embrace the future and build a durable advantage with a modern data strategy. Louis\'s expertise in sustainability consulting and building data systems, combined with his technical knowledge of the food and agriculture industry, enables him to offer clients actionable insights and tailored solutions. This unique blend of skills helps clients address sustainability challenges and create lasting value.

Experience

1. Sustainability Manager

   Pinion

   May 2023 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   Developing key components of sustainability strategies, such as materiality assessments, metrics, reports, and corporate goalsUtilizing carbon accounting protocols to prepare scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG inventoriesUtilizing data management tools to collect and analyze data, establish priorities, and track progress toward sustainability goalsBuilding strong and trusted relationships throughout the food and agribusiness industryDeveloping innovative solutions to meet client needs in an evolving sustainability landscapeProspecting potential new clients and writing proposals for sustainability projects

Education

• University of Maryland

  Environmental Science, Ecological Technology Design, Sustainability Studies

  2014 — 2018

Skills

• Leadership
• Customer Support
• Professional Communication
• Troubleshooting
• Technical Support
• Teamwork
• Educating and Motivating Others
• Event Planning
• Research
• Audio Visual Support
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Delegation
• Higher Education
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Public Speaking