We're proud to share that Lee Stewart, CEO of ESG Strategy, has won Gold in the Business and Entrepreneurship category at the 2025 ABLE Golden Book Awards for his groundbreaking book, How to Build Sustainability into Your Business Strategy.
This recognition celebrates leaders who are reshaping industries, and Lee has done just that, showing that sustainability isn't just the right thing to do, it's a powerful business advantage.
From Vision to Award-Winning Impact
When Lee released the book in late 2024, he set two ambitious goals:
- Reach Amazon Best Seller status
- Earn recognition from the industry
Within 30 days, both were achieved. Now, with this latest award, Lee officially joins the ranks of award-winning authors.
The Book's Impact
- 250+ five-star reviews across Amazon and Goodreads
- 4.8-star rating consistently maintained
- Thousands of readers worldwide in over 20 countries
- Used by CEOs, CFOs, and boards to embed sustainability into strategy
- Practical frameworks applied by business leaders globally
This vision is quickly becoming a global movement.
What Makes This Book Different
How to Build Sustainability into Your Business Strategy stands out because it's practical, not theoretical. It's written for decision-makers who need clarity, not jargon.
Why Business Leaders Choose This Book
- Board-ready insights: Designed for CEOs, CFOs, and directors, not just sustainability teams
- Step-by-step framework: Clear roadmap from confusion to confidence
- Real-world examples: Case studies from manufacturing, logistics, retail, services, and more
- Commercial lens: Tie sustainability to profit, risk, resilience, and competitive advantage
- No greenwashing: Honest, practical advice on what works (and what doesn't)
What Readers Are Saying
"This book gave our board the clarity we needed to make strategic ESG decisions. It's practical, not preachy."
, CEO, Australian logistics company
"Finally, a sustainability book that speaks our language. Lee connects ESG to business outcomes, not just compliance."
, CFO, manufacturing business
"I've read dozens of ESG books. This is the only one I've recommended to my entire leadership team."
, COO, retail company
The ABLE Golden Book Awards
The ABLE (Australian Business Leaders Excellence) Golden Book Awards recognise authors who are making a significant impact in their fields. The Business and Entrepreneurship category celebrates leaders who are reshaping how businesses operate and compete.
Lee's Gold award reflects a broader shift in how businesses are approaching sustainability, from theory to real-world impact.
What This Award Means
- Industry validation: Recognition from business leaders and peers
- Global reach: The book is being used by organisations worldwide
- Practical impact: Readers are applying the frameworks and seeing results
- Movement building: A growing community of leaders committed to sustainable business practices
What's Inside the Book
How to Build Sustainability into Your Business Strategy covers everything you need to embed sustainability into your organisation:
Key Topics
- Why sustainability matters commercially, Profit, risk, resilience, and reputation
- The Triple C Framework, Confidence, Commitment, Consistency
- Materiality assessment, Identify what matters most to your business
- Board and executive engagement, Get leadership buy-in and clarity
- Governance and culture, Embed sustainability into decision-making
- Climate risk and opportunity, Navigate TCFD, ASRS, and IFRS S2
- Metrics and reporting, Track progress and communicate impact
- Capability building, Develop internal sustainability leaders
Who This Book Is For
- CEOs and MDs facing customer or regulatory ESG expectations
- CFOs and COOs needing to integrate sustainability into operations
- Board directors seeking clarity on ESG oversight and governance
- Sustainability managers building internal capability and credibility
- Consultants and advisors helping clients navigate ESG complexity
From Book to Real-World Results
Lee's work extends beyond the book. Through ESG Strategy, he helps organisations turn these frameworks into action.
How We Help
- Fractional CSO services: Senior ESG leadership on retainer ($8k–$15k/month)
- ESGenius™ benchmarking: AI-driven ESG maturity reports ($2,500, reviewed by Lee personally)
- Board education: Workshops, briefing packs, and scenario analysis
- Compliance readiness: ASRS, TCFD, Modern Slavery, IFRS S2
- Strategic integration: Embed sustainability into business strategy, not bolt it on
Be Part of the Journey
Whether you're beginning your sustainability journey or leading large-scale ESG initiatives, there's a place for you in this movement. It's not just about strategy, it's about building businesses that lead with purpose and perform with impact.
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