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Empowering Businesses to Build a Sustainable Future

About Us

At ESG Strategy, sustainability isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. Founded by industry leaders Lee Stewart, Ann Austin, and Mark Lyster, our team combines passion with a proven track record of driving transformative change in some of the world’s most influential companies. We understand the pressures of a rapidly evolving world and are here to help your business not only adapt but thrive.

Who We Are

With decades of experience as former heads of sustainability, we know firsthand the challenges businesses face. Our tailored strategies integrate sustainability into your operations, empowering leaders and building in-house expertise to create lasting growth, resilience, and success.

Our Team

ESG Strategy unites global experts with deep industry knowledge in sustainability, ESG risk, and climate action. Our team has led award-winning projects across diverse sectors and is driven by a shared mission: making sustainability practical, impactful, and achievable.

Founding Directors

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Lee Stewart

Lee is a best-selling author, seasoned sustainability leader, and founder of ESG Strategy, with over 20 years of global experience spanning Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and Japan

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Ann Austin

Ann has played pivotal roles in the formation of industry groups such as the Materials and Embodied Carbon Leaders Alliance (MECLA) and the Construction Industry Culture Taskforce (CICT).

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Mark Lyster

Mark has developed responsible investment frameworks and ESG systems for leading institutions across finance, insurance, and asset management, including CBA, ANZ, IAG, and Colonial First State.

Associates

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Miranda Siu

Miranda is passionate about business being a positive driver for change and sustainable business models. 

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Karl Check

Karl leverages his extensive expertise to empower organisations in navigating complex issues like climate change.

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Frank Hubbard

Frank is a seasoned expert in driving ESG strategies across multiple sectors.

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