Anna Blitz
About Anna Blitz
Anna Blitz serves as the Director of Corporate Social Responsibility at The Wendy's Company, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in sustainability and stakeholder engagement, having held various leadership roles in organizations such as Comcast NBCUniversal and CSM Bakery Solutions.
Current Role at Wendy's
Anna Blitz serves as the Director of Corporate Social Responsibility at The Wendy's Company, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she develops and executes strategic plans that align with Wendy's corporate social responsibility and environmental, social, and governance (CSR/ESG) goals. Her focus includes enhancing sustainability initiatives and fostering social responsibility within the company.
Previous Experience in Sustainability
Before joining Wendy's, Anna Blitz held various positions in sustainability. She worked as the Senior Director of Sustainability at Comcast NBCUniversal from 2018 to 2021, where she led sustainability initiatives. Prior to that, she was the Global Sustainability Manager at CSM Bakery Solutions from 2016 to 2018, focusing on global sustainability efforts. Her career also includes eight years as a Consultant and Project Manager at Antea Group, where she gained extensive experience in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
Educational Background
Anna Blitz has a strong educational foundation in business and environmental policy. She earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in International Business and Strategy from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Additionally, she holds a Master of Science (MS) in Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy from the University of Minnesota. Her undergraduate degree is a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Geology-Hydrogeology from Winona State University.
Expertise in Sustainability and ESG
Anna Blitz possesses expertise in emissions accounting and ESG reporting and disclosure. She utilizes data analytics and dashboarding to enhance sustainability strategies. Her strong background in stakeholder engagement enables her to facilitate cross-functional collaboration, achieving environmental and social benefits alongside financial results.
Teaching Experience
Earlier in her career, Anna Blitz served as an Adjunct Instructor at the Minnesota School of Business from 2003 to 2004. During her time there, she contributed to the education of students in the field, sharing her knowledge and experience in sustainability and environmental policy.