David Bugmann Email & Phone Number

Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich, Switzerland

• Conducting a feasibility study on sustainability in the global cocoa and coffee supply chains for the Food Securities Fund Accountable Cocoa & Coffee Tranche, focusing on climate change mitigation and adaptation.
• Evaluating the impact of deforestation, land degradation, and greenhouse gas emissions in cocoa and coffee production, and proposing strategies to promote climate-smart practices.
• Analysing the contextual conditions in major producer countries, including climate risks, political priorities, and economic factors, to assess the Fund's alignment with national sustainability and development goals.

• Led a sustainability research project focused on the cocoa supply chain in Côte d’Ivoire, collaborating with a European chocolate manufacturer, their primary cocoa supplier, and two research institutions.
• Secured external funding to assess the effects of good purchasing practices on income diversification of vulnerable cocoa farmers, delivering actionable insights into improving sustainable practices along the supply.
• Conducted seven weeks of on-site fieldwork in Côte d’Ivoire, including 30 interviews with key stakeholders, performing a comprehensive analysis of how purchasing practices influence livelihoods and sustainability risks.
• Developed strategies to align global supply chains with international sustainability standards.

• Delivered customised tutoring services to enhance the educational performance of 12 adolescents and young adults (ages 13 to 23) in Geography, French, Business Administration, Financial Accounting, German, and English.

Bern, Berne, Switzerland

• As a member of the research team on the ERC-funded COMPASS project, systematically processed and coded qualitative and quantitative data on the corporate sustainability strategies of 18 leading companies in the Swiss.
• Analysed sustainability initiatives, including third-party certifications and corporate verification programs, providing insights into how companies ensure compliance with sustainability standards and promote ethical.

• Provided personalised feedback to 44 students on 132 concept notes in the Bachelor's module ‘Human Geography III: Geographies of Difference,’ focusing on key analytical approaches such as governmentality.

Bogotá, Capital District, Colombia

• Conducted independent research and authored internal reports on Colombia’s evolving foreign, economic, social, and environmental policies, providing strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
• Collaborated with the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) on the ‘Colombia más competitiva’ programme, contributing to the successful integration of Colombian cocoa and coffee producers into global supply.

Zurich, Switzerland

• Collaborated with the team to plan, organise, and execute Biovision - Foundation for Ecological Development’s Annual Symposium, engaging over 900 private and institutional donors as well as project partners in a.
• Led the implementation and evaluation of two targeted online marketing campaigns, successfully driving donor acquisition and expanding Biovision’s supporter base.
• Supported cross-functional teams, including Communications and Customer Service, to ensure consistent donor engagement, streamlined communications, and enhanced donor satisfaction.

Zurich, Switzerland

• Contributed to the Plant-Soil Interactions Research Group by collaborating on laboratory and greenhouse experiments aimed at studying soil-dwelling organisms and mycorrhizae, enhancing understanding of soil health and.
• Participated in field trials designed to develop and assess sustainable land management systems contributing to environmental conservation.
• Assisted in data collection and analysis, ensuring accuracy and reliability in research findings to support ongoing projects and publications.

Winterthur, Zurich, Switzerland

• Spearheaded the expansion of the Climate School project by proactively engaging with headmasters through cold-calling and presentations at teacher conferences, successfully increasing the number of participating.
• Conducted a comprehensive review of existing Swiss and online educational resources related to climate change, energy, and sustainability, identifying gaps and opportunities for enhancement.
• Developed and introduced innovative teaching modules, enriching the educational content offered to schools and promoting awareness of climate issues.
• Designed and facilitated engaging climate protection workshops at participating schools, fostering student involvement and community awareness around sustainability practices.

Switzerland

• Executed face-to-face marketing strategies to acquire new long-term donors for UNICEF Switzerland and Liechtenstein, as well as the Swiss Federation of the Deaf.
• Recognized with an award for outstanding performance in enhancing donor engagement and retention through effective communication and personalized outreach.

Master'S Degree, Economic And Human Geography, 5.8 Of 6

Master's thesis: "The contribution of 'good purchasing practices' to a living income for cocoa-farming households in Côte d'Ivoire."

Bachelor'S Degree, Geography And History, Society And Political Science, 5.5 Of 6

Bachelor's Thesis: "South-South trade and economic development: Evidence from the Ivorian-Asian cashew value chain" Sept. 2018 - June.

Exchange Year, Economic Geography