Paul joined The Conservation Alliance as Executive Director in 2024 after having worked in the fields of conservation and corporate sustainability for more than 15 years. Throughout that time, he has driven efforts to advance action, standards, and innovation in the academic, non-profit, and corporate sectors.
Prior to The Conservation Alliance, Paul worked at Rivian and Patagonia where he helped build the companies’ climate, responsible sourcing, environmental advocacy, and philanthropic programs. He has also taught at the University of Colorado and UC Berkeley, where he focused on equipping the next generation of leaders with the tools to make business a force for positive impact on social and environmental issues.
Paul earned his undergraduate degree in Business, Spanish, and Secondary Education from Hope College then went on to earn a MA in International Relations from the University of Chicago, and a Graduate Certificate in Sustainability from Harvard. While he grew up exploring the forests and lakes of Northern Michigan, he is now based in Golden, Colorado, where he spends his time running, climbing, and exploring our public lands with his wife and two kids.
