Justin Smith

Justin Smith is a highly experienced professional with a diverse background in environmental law, international law, financial management, and sustainability.

He holds a Master of Laws (LLM) degree in Environmental law and international law from the University of South Africa, along with a Bachelor of Commerce (Bcom) in Law, Bachelor of Laws (LLB), and Honours in Financial Management from the University of Pretoria.

Justin has held key positions in renowned organizations, including currently serving as the Head of Business Development at WWF South Africa, where he contributes to environmental conservation efforts and sustainable business practices.

Prior to his role at WWF, he served as the Sustainability Head at Woolworths, emphasizing his commitment to promoting sustainable practices in the business sector.

His expertise also extends to legal aspects, having worked as an Associate focusing on Environmental law at Edward Nathan, showcasing his proficiency in legal matters related to the environment.

Furthermore, Justin has a strong financial background, highlighted by his previous role as Head of Governance and Sustainability at Nedbank, where he likely integrated financial management principles with sustainability initiatives.

Before his tenure at Nedbank, he served as an Environmental Risk Manager at Standard Bank, where he applied his knowledge to mitigate environmental risks within the banking industry.