Laurie Lane-Zucker

Laurie Lane-Zucker is known as an impact alchemist, systems changemaker, and movement builder in the field of entrepreneurship, impact investing, environmental, and educational issues. He is the founder of impactful organizations, a seasoned executive, lecturer, and spokesperson.

He has coined the terms 'impact entrepreneur' and 'place-based education,' launching international movements around both concepts. Laurie is also the founder of one of the first B Corps, a digital media company, and an international think-tank.

As an official Earthshot Prize Nominator and a contributing author of a university textbook on sustainability, Laurie has made significant contributions to the fields of business, investment, and environmental issues. He has facilitated shares transactions on impact investment platforms and has been actively involved in academia, mentoring students at prestigious universities like MIT, Brown, and NYU.

With a background in media, environment, arts, social justice, and entrepreneurship, Laurie has led various organizations, including serving as the Executive Director of Orion, a renowned environmental magazine. His involvement in the publishing industry includes contributing to award-winning books and developing innovative wisdom texts.

Laurie Lane-Zucker has also organized conferences, managed marketing campaigns for Oscar-winning films, and excelled in various advisory and leadership roles in organizations dedicated to impact entrepreneurship and sustainability. His educational background includes degrees from Columbia University, Middlebury College, and The University of Edinburgh.