Jim Hartzfeld
About Jim Hartzfeld
Jim Hartzfeld serves as the Head of Sustainability for North America at Brambles, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in chemical engineering and extensive experience in sustainability consulting, having held various leadership roles in organizations focused on sustainable development.
Work at Brambles
Jim Hartzfeld serves as the Head of Sustainability for North America at Brambles, a role he has held since 2020. Based in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area, he focuses on advancing sustainable practices within the organization. His responsibilities include developing and implementing sustainability strategies that align with Brambles' commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible resource management.
Education and Expertise
Jim Hartzfeld earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia. He furthered his education at Emory University - Goizueta Business School, obtaining an MBA with a focus on executive leadership and change management. Additionally, he completed a Custom Certificate Program in Creating Shareholder Value at The Wharton School. His educational background supports his expertise in sustainability and business strategy.
Background
Jim Hartzfeld has a diverse professional background that spans several decades and various roles in sustainability and business strategy. He has worked in multiple capacities, including as a Major Account Executive at DuPont and as a Senior VP at InterfaceRAISE, LLC. His experience also includes advisory roles at the United Nations Global Compact and Corporate Eco Forum, where he contributed to advancing sustainable development initiatives.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Jim Hartzfeld has consulted for over forty Fortune 1000 multinational corporations and leading non-profit organizations focused on sustainable development. He played a significant role in pioneering sustainable business strategies at Interface, Inc., including circular economy practices and climate-neutral products. Additionally, he co-founded the Atlanta chapter of Conscious Capitalism and served as the two-term Chairman of the Board for the U.S. Green Building Council.