Sustainable Business Club
Pictured Above: Maren Clay, Sam Siegal, Lilly Bowman, Carly Simmons, Emily Burgess, Walter Richard
Our Mission
The Sustainable Business Club is a student organization based out of Leeds for all at Boulder who believe that businesses are a key part of a better future. Our goal is to expose students to companies and people who are making a difference in the world and empower them to do the same. SBC does this by hosting sustainable business workshops, speakers and networking events.
Our Purpose
Our purpose is to connect students with the resources and organizations that relate to CESR’s focus areas in order to showcase how businesses are dealing with these issues and to create visibility for socially and environmentally conscious business. We aid students in professional development through programming related to networking and consulting skills. Throughout everything we do, we hope to build a strong community of those passionate about bettering local & global communities.
Sustainable Business Club Meeting Times
Come join us at our bi-weekly meetings in the Koebel building. Please see our Instagram for the latest updates!
Executive Board Member Spotlight:
Co-President: Carly Simmons
Carly is a Junior studying Business Analytics and Operations with a certification in Social Responsibility and Ethics. She hopes that with this degree, she can help businesses go green by eliminating excess waste and unnecessary costs. In her free time, Carly enjoys scrapbooking, intramural soccer, and all of the usual Colorado outdoor activities.
Co-President: Emily Burgess
Emily is currently a senior at the Leeds School of Business, where she is pursuing a degree in Marketing and a certificate in Social Responsibility and Ethics. A committed advocate for ethical business practices and environmental causes, Emily has been actively involved in SBC since her freshman year. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and has a passion for the organic and natural food industry. Upon graduating, Emily looks forward to traveling and hiking through various countries, immersing herself in new cultures and natural landscapes.
Chair member of SBC, Ralphie’s Closet President: Lilly Bowman
Lilly is a rising Senior studying Operations Management with certificates in Global Business and Social Responsibility and Ethics. She currently serves as President of Ralphie’s Closet, CU Boulder’s sustainable professional clothing swap. She hopes to use her degree to help businesses implement more ethical and efficient operations. In her free time, Lilly enjoys cooking, exploring local thrift stores, and jewelry making.
Vice-President: Maren Clay
Maren is a Junior studying Accounting and Management with a certificate in Social Responsibility and Ethics along with an English minor. She is passionate about helping businesses record their environmental and social impact through ESG accounting. In her free time, Maren likes hiking, crocheting, and playing rugby.
Director of Outreach: Sam Siegal
Sam is a Leeds sophomore studying finance, accounting, and social responsibility. He’s a Colorado native whose outdoor background (fourteeners and international backpacking) fuels his commitment to the natural world. Outside of SBC, Sam is also involved in Leeds Scholars, Big Mountain Club and CU Backcountry Club. He is also an Intramural Supervisor at The Rec.
Connect with CESR
E cesr@colorado.edu
P (+1) 303 492 3324
Leeds School of Business
995 Regent Drive
KOBL 302
Boulder, CO 80309
What We Do
- Speaker events
- Service and outreach events
- Committee projects that include skills training and community outreach
- Case studies and competitions
- Attend events as a community
- Local Treks
Requirements
To be an active SBC member, you must meet the following membership requirements:
Attend 3 Events per Semester
Connect
- Email at sbc@colorado.edu
- Join our LinkedIn page
- Follow us on Instagram
Get Involved
Interested in joining SBC?
Join us for our weekly meetings at 6:30 PM on alternating Wednesdays in KOBL 320!
Ralphie’s Closet Committee (RCC)
Ralphie’s Closet is a business clothing swap that provides access to free professional clothing to all CU students. Ralphie’s Closet was introduced with the goal of providing access to professional attire for all students while promoting sustainable fashion. For more information or if you are interested in working as part of this committee, please contact us at ralphiescloset@colorado.edu.
Carbon Neutrality Committee (CNC)
The Carbon Neutrality Committee is a student group that is passionate about managing carbon emissions at CU. Meetings consist of workshops on sustainability skills including carbon accounting and solving energy problems at CU. This committee is perfect for anyone who is analytical or has an interest in creative problem-solving and wants to make a tangible impact in the sustainability sphere. For more information or if you are interested in joining, please email cesr@colorado.edu