• Master of Global Management, Global Business & Global Entrepreneurship, Thunderbird School of Global Management
• BS, Sustainability & Complex Adaptive Systems, Arizona State University
• BS, Exercise Science & Nutrition, Arizona State University
Jacob is a global Sustainability and ESG advisor with a unique background that bridges leadership, strategy, and systems thinking. A former U.S. Special Forces leader turned sustainability expert, he helps organisations translate complexity into actionable strategy and resilience.
Over the past 14 years, Jacob has advised Fortune 500 companies, major U.S. cities, VC funds, family offices, and nonprofits on embedding ESG and sustainability across operations, investments, and value chains. His work focuses on turning regulatory and stakeholder demands into opportunities for growth and long-term trust.
At the Global Advisory Alliance, Jacob contributes his expertise in ESG integration, responsible innovation, and regenerative business models. He brings a pragmatic, data-informed approach - combining financial acumen, digital tools, and sustainability sciences to create measurable impact.
Based in the U.S., Jacob’s cross-sector experience spans technology, energy, manufacturing, and the public sector, where he helps leadership teams future-proof strategies in an AI-driven, low-carbon economy.
