Raz Godelnik

Raz Godelnik is an Associate Professor of Strategic Design and Management at Parsons School of Design - The New School in New York. His research focuses on design for 1.5C lifestyles, sustainable business models, and corporate responses to the climate crisis. He currently leads the BBA Strategic Design & Management program at Parsons and is the author of 'Rethinking Corporate Sustainability in the Era of Climate Crisis - A Strategic Design Approach' published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2021. Godelnik is a prolific writer on sustainable business, climate change, and strategic design, with articles available on his Medium profile.

With an educational background that includes an MBA with a major in finance from Tel Aviv University and a B.A. in Economics and Communications from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Godelnik brings a diverse perspective to his work in academia.

Throughout his career, Godelnik has held various roles at Parsons School of Design - The New School, including Associate Professor, Director of BBA Strategic Design & Management, Associate Director, and Assistant Professor. He has also been involved with organizations such as Eleven Radius, Triple Pundit, University of Delaware, and the Israeli Ministry of the Interior in advisory, teaching, and founding capacities.

With a strong emphasis on strategic design and sustainability, Godelnik's expertise lies in merging design thinking with environmental considerations to address pressing global challenges. His experience spans academia, writing, entrepreneurship, and advisory roles, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to driving positive change.