Paula H.

About Paula H.

A passionate, solutions-oriented business leader with a proven record of designing and implementing strategic, risk-based, enterprise-level sustainability program to deliver the triple bottom line of people, planet, and profit. Known for the ability to build net zero and sustainability ambition from the ground up by creating short and long-term strategies, priorities with key measures, and organizational design. A leader focused on collaboration across complex organizations, with a deep focus on building diverse, inclusive, and high-performing teams. Experience communicating and achieving buy-in from the executive team and board of directors, as well as external stakeholders such as key investors.

Experience

1. Vice President, Climate Change & Environmental Impact

   Sun Life

   Jul 2022 — Present

   Responsible for evolving and leading Sun Life’s enterprise-wide climate change strategy. Climate change is the defining issue of our time, and companies must make progress at pace to manage the impacts. The green transition also presents great opportunity and we seek to be an active part of the solution. Sun Life plans to achieve net zero by 2050, and we will do this while bringing our Purpose - helping Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives - to life. Addressing climate change and supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy is mission-critical.

Education

• Northeastern University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Political Science and Government

• Harvard University

  Master's degree, Sustainability Studies

  2021 — 2025