Rebecca Ruiz
About Rebecca Ruiz
Rebecca Ruiz is a Corporate Social Responsibility Specialist at The Wendy's Company, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in sustainability and has held various roles in organizations focused on social impact and sustainable practices.
Work at Wendy's
Rebecca Ruiz has been employed at The Wendy's Company as a Specialist in Corporate Social Responsibility since 2020. In this role, she has developed and implemented system-wide Corporate Social Responsibility programs that emphasize sustainable supply chain practices and energy efficiency. She collaborates with cross-functional teams, including supply chain and investor relations, to enhance Wendy's initiatives in corporate social responsibility.
Education and Expertise
Rebecca Ruiz holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Science from the University of Kentucky, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Sustainability Management from Columbia University in the City of New York, completing her studies in 2016. Her expertise includes managing partnerships and communications related to corporate sustainability and social impact.
Background
Before joining Wendy's, Rebecca Ruiz held various positions in sustainability and corporate social engagement. She worked as a Guest Lecturer at Parsons School of Design - The New School for one month in 2016. Additionally, she served as a Specialist in Sustainability at VOZ for three months in 2016 and as a Sustainability Consultant at Schlange & Co. GmbH from 2017 to 2019. Her experience also includes roles at Changing Our World as Director of Corporate Social Engagement and at Piece & Co. as a Specialist in Sustainable Sourcing.
Professional Experience
Rebecca Ruiz's professional experience spans several roles focused on sustainability and corporate social responsibility. She worked at Mission Measurement in 2020, where she was involved in market development and strategic partnerships for two months. Earlier in her career, she served as a Fair Trade Promotion and Campus Intern at the University of Kentucky Office of Sustainability from 2011 to 2012, gaining foundational experience in sustainability initiatives.
Focus Areas in Sustainability
Rebecca Ruiz has a strong focus on sustainable food, fashion, and consumer goods throughout her career. Her work emphasizes the importance of integrating sustainability into corporate practices and enhancing social impact through responsible sourcing and engagement strategies.