Noel Kinder
- Categories: After Dinner Speakers, Keynote Speakers, Motivational Speakers
Price Band A: £15K & Over
- Topics: Business, Change, Finance & Economics, HR & Company Culture, Sustainability & Environment, Teamwork, Technology, Science & Innovation

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Noel Kinder
About Noel Kinder
Noel Kinder has had a distinguished career with Nike, culminating in his role as Chief Sustainability Officer. Known for positioning Nike as a leader in corporate sustainability, Noel has successfully engaged with governments, NGOs, academics, and media to advance sustainability efforts. With over two decades of experience in general management, government relations, strategic planning, and supply chain management, Noel is a sought-after keynote speaker, sharing his expertise on global sustainability operationalisation and integration. He has delivered keynote speeches at prominent events like the Copenhagen Fashion Summit, Reuters IMPACT, and the NASDAQ Leadership Exchange Roundtable.
Noel joined Nike in 1999, serving in various roles from Production Creation Strategic Planning Director to Quality Analyst and Americas Regional Quality Manager of Footwear Product Integrity. In 2008, he became Senior Manager of Finance & Strategic Planning for Global Footwear, building a stellar reputation within the company. He later worked as the Director of Strategic Planning, Sourcing & Manufacturing, and the General Manager of Nike Vietnam, where he led operations during the 2014 anti-China riots.
In 2016, Noel transitioned to sustainability practices as Vice President of Sustainable Manufacturing & Sourcing. He oversaw the labour and environmental footprint of 550 contract factories in 42 countries, impacting one million workers. He engaged stakeholders and raised awareness of Nike’s commitment to human rights in the supply chain while navigating challenges with anti-Nike NGOs. In 2018, he became Chief Sustainability Officer, driving Nike’s sustainability strategy and promoting the vision to “Make Athletes Better and Make the Planet Better for Athletes.”
Beyond Nike, Noel has served as Executive Director of La Casa Del Futuro and volunteered with the United States Peace Corps. He is currently an Advisory Board member of Greenplaces and the Collab Fund. As a member of various committees, including the NYSE Sustainability Advisory Council and the Global Fashion Summit Steering Committee, Noel is a leading thought leader in sustainability and climate change.
Having led Nike’s “Move to Zero” initiative, Noel is highly regarded for his expertise in achieving net zero and zero waste. He continues to inspire audiences on adopting sustainable practices in personal and professional life. For a distinguished expert in sustainability, hire Noel Kinder as a keynote speaker today.
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