Steve Waddell

Steve Waddell is a prominent figure in the field of large systems change and transformation, with over 35 years of experience in this area. He currently serves as the Lead Staff at the SDG (Sustainable Development Goals) Transformations Forum, an organization focused on accelerating deep change to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals.12

Key aspects of Steve Waddell's background and work include:

1. Education and Expertise:

• Holds an MBA and a PhD in Sociology
• Canadian-American, based in Boston13

2. Professional Experience:

• Entrepreneur, consultant, writer, and educator
• Community organizer and social entrepreneur
• Specializes in bringing together diverse people and organizations to develop new systems for transformation1

3. Global Impact:

• Known for his work with Global Action Networks (GANs)
• Involved with global multi-stakeholder transformation networks like the Forest Stewardship Council and Transparency International1

4. Current Focus:

• Lead Staff at the SDG Transformations Forum
• Works on growing systems of people, organizations, and locales to develop transformations systems as key infrastructure for accelerating deep change24

5. Research and Publications:

• Author of numerous articles on transformational change and systems thinking
• Contributes to the development of transformation/transitions science and knowledge2

6. Approach to Transformation:

• Advocates for understanding the distinctions between incremental, reform, and transformational change
• Emphasizes the importance of multi-stakeholder spaces and integrating personal and external transformation2

Steve Waddell's work is particularly relevant in the context of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, which he describes as "probably the most audacious human organizing challenge ever".2 His approach focuses on creating transformations systems that can address complex global challenges through collaborative action and strategic evolution.