Jeff West
About Jeff West
Jeff West is the Director of ESG & Social Impact at Coupa Software, with extensive experience in corporate responsibility and public-private partnerships.
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Jeff West is the Director of ESG & Social Impact at Coupa Software.
Professional Experience at Coupa Software
Jeff West has been serving as the Director of ESG & Social Impact at Coupa Software since 2022. Located in Los Angeles, California, he oversees initiatives that focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, aiming to enhance the company's social impact.
Previous Roles at IBM
Prior to his role at Coupa Software, Jeff West worked at IBM from 2017 to 2021 as the Corporate Responsibility Leader in Corporate Citizenship. In this capacity, he led the global ESG strategy, utilizing technology to further social good, framed disclosures, and navigated global policy issues related to social responsibility.
Council on Foundations Experience
In his role as Director of Corporate Philanthropy at the Council on Foundations from 2016 to 2017, Jeff West partnered with over 100 companies across the United States to develop, expand, and sustain their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs.
Peace Corps Contributions
Jeff West has extensive experience with the Peace Corps, holding multiple positions from 2009 to 2016, including Program Specialist, Corporate Engagement Manager, and Acting Director of the Office of Strategic Partnerships. He led the development of strategic partnerships with global corporations like Coca-Cola, Kraft Foods, and IBM, implementing programs across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. He also served as a Youth Development Volunteer in Ukraine from 2005 to 2007.
Education and Certifications
Jeff West studied at North Carolina State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.). Additionally, he obtained a Certificate from Johns Hopkins University Advanced Academic Programs' Institute for Corporate Social Responsibility in 2018.