Gareth Thompson

Gareth Thompson is a visionary individual dedicated to co-creating a network community that focuses on protecting and restoring the natural world while enhancing the health and wellbeing of people, embodying the concept of a Green Swan as coined by John Elkington.

Starting his career as a doctor to leverage his passion for science in making a positive impact on society, Gareth transitioned into business school to gain skills in leading high-impact projects. An entrepreneurial spirit was ignited after winning a class competition, leading to a deep dive into digital health startups post-business school.

Driven by curiosity and a realization of the climate crisis's implications on human health and wellbeing, Gareth thrived in high-pressure environments and recognized the potential of rapidly scaling eco-startups to combat and reverse environmental degradation. Beyond professional pursuits, Gareth enjoys outdoor swimming and running in forests.

A profound insight dawned upon Gareth about the ailment of society, advocating for prioritizing nature to heal societal woes and revamp the capitalist framework. Embracing various models like Adaptive Way and Holacracy, Gareth envisions a regenerative capitalism approach alongside frameworks like Doughnut Economics to foster holistic wellbeing and nature conservation.

His aspirations involve fostering economic growth that prioritizes collective prosperity and ecosystem regeneration to enable a sustainable and equitable society for future generations, aiming to unleash human potential as we venture into the 21st and beyond.

Through his career, Gareth has advised notable institutions on sustainability strategies, led virtual teams during challenging times, and provided strategic guidance to eco-startups. His accomplishments span from advising on green initiatives to winning competitions and contributing to research publications. Gareth's educational background includes an MBA from London Business School, a BA in International/Global Studies, and a medical degree from the University of Dundee.

Gareth has founded Solve.Earth and held key roles in organizations like Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Chelsea Football Club, and Our Mobile Health. His diverse professional experience includes consultant roles, medical officer positions, and entrepreneurial ventures, showcasing his multifaceted skill set and dedication to driving positive change.