Nora Simpson

About Nora Simpson

I lead global environmental strategy in a Fortune 50 environment. My work operates at the intersection of science, policy, and business. My expertise is in designing large-scale program implementation and governance frameworks, especially within matrixed organizations. I am the enterprise authority for regulated waste (hazardous waste, solid waste, universal waste, biohazards, regulated medical waste), chemical management, spill response, regulatory reporting, waste reduction, recycling, and alternative distortion pathways for highly specialized commodities. I’m energized by high-stakes, high-scrutiny work such as earning trust with skeptical stakeholders, bridging disciplines, and applying creative problem-solving to turn complex challenges into solutions that people actually want to support.

Experience

1. Global Program Manager, Environmental Affairs

   UPS

   Oct 2024 — Present

   Leads high-visibility ESG programs across all global enterprise operations (UPS Ground, UPS Supply Chain Solutions, UPS Healthcare, UPS Airline).• Provides scientific guidance to emerging business sectors within UPS, delivering bespoke environmental sustainability solutions that meet complex client logistics needs.• Identifies and integrates new technologies to advance environmental initiatives in waste reduction, recycling, hazardous waste management, and regulatory reporting. • Navigates complex regulatory landscapes and leads cross-functional alignment across Legal, H&S, BD, Sustainability, Compliance & Ethics, Dangerous Goods, Security, Real Estate, and Operations teams to uphold environmental standards and protect enterprise integrity.

Education

• Baylor University

  Environmental Studies | Natural Resources Management | Environmental Law & Policy

Skills

• Environmental Management Systems
• Social Media
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Environmental Compliance
• Public Relations
• Organizational & Writing Skills
• Microsoft Office
• American Sign Language
• Geographic Information Systems (Gis)
• Environment, Health, Saftey Regulations (Ehs)
• Grant Writing
• Event Planning
• Legal Writing