Wolfgang Blau

Wolfgang Blau is a prominent figure in the field of climate communications and sustainable business practices. He currently serves as the Global Managing Partner of the ESG & Sustainable Business Practice at Brunswick Group, a position he has held since joining the firm in October 2022.13

Professional Background

Media and Digital Experience: Before joining Brunswick Group, Blau had an extensive career in media and digital publishing. He previously held high-level positions at Condé Nast, including:

• President International
• Global Chief Operating Officer
• Chief Digital Officer at Condé Nast International

During his tenure at Condé Nast, Blau played a crucial role in modernizing the company's digital publishing portfolio and led the merger of Condé Nast International with its US counterpart.1

Journalism: Blau's career began in journalism:

• Started as a radio journalist and news editor in Germany
• Spent six years in the San Francisco Bay Area covering digital technology and media
• Served as Editor-in-Chief of ZEIT ONLINE, earning him Germany's "Chief Editor of the Year" award1

Climate and Sustainability Expertise

At Brunswick Group, Blau leads the global climate hub, leveraging his expertise in climate communications.12 He is also the co-founder of the Oxford Climate Journalism Network at Oxford University, which trains journalists from over 250 leading news organizations on improving climate journalism.2

Advisory Roles and Recognition

• Advisor to the United Nations Climate Division (UNFCCC)
• Trustee of Internews.org
• Visiting Fellow of the University of Pennsylvania's Perry World House in 202314
• Recently recognized on a prestigious list for his work in ESG and sustainable business practices6

Current Focus

In his role at Brunswick Group, Blau focuses on:

• Helping businesses engage with stakeholders on climate change
• Advising on sustainability reporting frameworks
• Analyzing and reporting on major climate events like Climate Week NYC and COP2812

Wolfgang Blau's LinkedIn profile (username: wolfgang-blau-68726244) reflects his current position at Brunswick Group and his extensive experience in media, digital technology, and climate communications.5