Michael Chen Email and Phone Number
I'm passionate about unlocking sustainable impact through the private sector. I strive to achieve (1) organizational climate targets and (2) leveraging organizational platforms to encourage sustainability broadly.Michael has stood-up and led sustainability programs at Okta, JLL, Google, and Meta and has has a strong track record of corporate sustainability knowledge, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.Before corporate sustainability, Michael was a Math Teacher abroad in Thailand for 3+ and transitioned to Sustainability because of his passion for keeping companies accountable for their impact on the environment and societies around the world.As mentioned by the Dean of Hult International Business School (Ted Ladd), "Michael Chen motivates, encourages, and inspires me, and the 400 students on this entire campus, to be at their very best!"
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Workplace Sustainability Program ManagerOkta Oct 2024 - PresentSan Francisco, California, Us◆ Drive LEED and WELL site certifications and ongoing maintenance and develop a strategy LEED and WELL points upon the existing framework to align with Okta's public commitment (all office spaces to be LEED + WELL Silver).◆ Lead the development of the company’s Environmental Management System (EMS)◆ Manage cross-functional project teams of internal stakeholders and external sustainability consultants◆ Develop Okta's sustainable food and waste program with onsite operations team◆ Own reporting and tracking of all site utility data for annual GHG inventory◆ Evaluate & monitor indoor air quality (IAQ) data across Okta's global portfolio◆ Lead Okta's Earth Week employee engagement, including virtual and onsite events -
Sustainability Program Manager @ GoogleJll Oct 2023 - Oct 2024Chicago, Illinois, UsWaste Management◆ Manage and analyze waste production across 200+ Google Bay Area buildings that Support LEED certifications for Google◆ Optimize and monitor data from waste haulers for over 500+ waste bins; saving Google $256,000+ and reducing 250% of waste◆ Consolidated 22,000 data points collected from 40 Waste Audits; presented the findings to 7+ cross-functional teams on more efficient waste practices and cost savings opportunities◆ Develop and execute scalable programs in support of Google’s internal and external sustainability goals◆ Updated 150 Buildings across 9,000 waste bins in portfolio wide signage updates that is in compliance with local waste haulers in the San Francisco Bay AreaRefrigerant Gas Management◆ Manage 6 HVAC vendors operating 2,500+ HVAC assets containing refrigerant gas◆ Recommending Google to phase out R-22 refrigerants through retrofits and new asset installs◆ Manage Data inputs for refrigerants events on Trakref (Refrigerant Management Software)◆ Support 700 cross-functional JLL@Google employees in identifying sustainable and operational solutions◆ Analyze utility bill data to conduct right sizing efforts with waste haulers in the Bay Area (Recology, Specialty, Scavenger, Republic Services, and Palo Alto Utilities)Data Analytics and Reporting◆ Coordinate Monthly Reporting, Quarterly KPI Reporting, and EOY reporting on Waste and Refrigerant initiatives◆ Track data in generating reports to Google based on 15+ sustainability KPIs -
Sustainability Engagement ManagerMeta Sep 2022 - Sep 2023Menlo Park, Ca, UsSustainability Engagement◆ Led and executed Meta's company-wide Earth Week activations totaling 30,000 views over 10 live events, 20 articles published from 30+ teams on all things Climate and Sustainability.◆ Analyze and Visualize Engagement Data on Sustainability Events to include in reporting across the company◆ Led and supervised Meta’s 4,500+ community-based Green@ team covering a global presence; directly supporting the Bay Area chapter for employee volunteer and community engagement opportunities on zero food waste, World Water Day, and local fundraising campaigns◆ Deployed recruitment plans to grow Green@ employee chapters globally from 3,000 to 4,500 active employee members◆ Plan, facilitate, organize, and execute events such as Meta's Climate and Sustainability Summit, Earth week, World Water Day, etc.◆ Develop and execute Meta's company wide employee training (Sustainability at Meta 101)◆ Update and curate internal web pages related to Sustainability◆ Work with 30+ cross-functional teams (ex: Reality Labs, Instagram, External Comms, Policy, and Infrastructure to name a few)◆ Project Manager on the Innovation and Engagement pod on Meta's Global Sustainability TeamResponsible Supply Chain, Water Stewardship, Sustainability Reporting◆ Compiling and visualizing data on water metrics for Directors and VP reports◆ Assist with the role out of Meta's first ESG Impact Report, Meta's 2023 Sustainability report, and first edition of Our Path to Net Zero report to external and internal audiences◆ Data Management on the Responsible Supply Chain team within internal management systemsCommunity Engagement◆ Initiated and managed Meta’s first “Meta Mentor” volunteer program with previous students in Thailand; matched 30+ employees with students to support on topics such as college readiness, career guidance, and mentorship -
Esg Program AssociateThe Vanguard Network Mar 2022 - Aug 2022New York City, Ny, UsBoutique leadership consulting firm that focuses on transforming C-Suite executives leadership in a practical manner within their organization.◆ Co-led and develop the New Leaders Program by offering workshops on DEIB, CSR, ESG, and innovation by engaging the 14 executive program advisors from +6 industries with members from 8 universities and colleges in the US◆ Engineered comprehensive marketing strategy to gain sponsorships with business schools and consulting companies garnering $7,500◆ Develop workshops related to ESG and CSR to engage our +1000 C-suite and board members that aims to increase collaboration◆ Collaborate, guide, and facilitate leadership programming with entry-level leaders and C-Suite executives -
Sustainability Program AssociatePrance Climate Nexus Dec 2021 - May 2022Environmental Sustainability, startup enterprise that aims to provide ski resorts with an energy consumption dashboard that highlights sustainable metrics such a energy consumption and carbon emissions, in addition to providing comprehensive energy reports to consumers and the skiing industry.◆ Work and collaborate directly with CEO to progress Business Strategy outreach for ski resorts in the United States◆ Devised and implemented market research in developing sustainable strategies to launch 2 pilot clients to adopt Prance's Energy tracking dashboard◆ Expertise in knowing key players in the energy tracking industry and using thus knowledge to leverage Prance's competitive edge◆ Curate and present pilot partnerships with reports to adopt and utilize energy and sustainable tracking platform◆ Develop partnerships to execute pilot programs
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Mathematics And Environmental Science TeacherKids English Thailand Apr 2019 - Mar 2021Sukhothai City, Sukhothai Province, Th◆ Instructed, presented, and effectively taught a total of 10 instruction hours of Mathematics to 30 Secondary 1 students and 15 Secondary 2 students◆ Implemented Mathematics curriculum focused on critical thinking pedagogies (Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra 2)◆ Taught 13 sections of Conversational English around Sustainability topics to 650 low-income Secondary 5 students centered on visualizing professional development◆ Established, mentored, and facilitated Academic Advising for all 15 students in the Mini English Program◆ Instructed supplementary course targeting 3 sustainable topics: carbon emissions, plastic waste, and financial solutions◆ Excel proficient in running grades for over a 1,000 students per semester◆ Organized, well-spoken, and creative when creating over 50 original lesson plans -
English Second Language TeacherTeach Thailand Corps May 2018 - Mar 2019Lampang, Lampang, Th◆ Full-time Volunteer Contract as an ESL Teacher for low-income Primary 1-6 (6-12 year olds) conversational English◆ Created curriculum for all class levels; example of some lessons include transportation, American holidays, distinguishing different vowel sounds, likes and dislikes, and test prep for Primary 6 exit exam (O-NET) ◆ Lead an English Assembly for the entire school every Tuesday morning◆ Assisted with miscellaneous tasks including operations, fundraising events, and other events for students (Anuban Hang Chat School is considered an underprivileged school in Thailand)◆ Contributed photographs and stories for marketing campaigns for Teach Thailand Corps Facebook and Instagram sites -
Admissions Program ManagerWillamette University Aug 2015 - May 2018Salem, Or, Us◆ Actively and personally engaged with prospective students who are in high school, transfer, or international students by giving campus tours.◆ Consolidated prospective student visits through online computing system called Slate.◆ Facilitated weekly staff meetings that bring in other aspects of campus to keep the entire team up to date.◆ Amplified student experience at New Student acceptance events by providing through, authentic, and personalized programming -
Calculus Teaching AssistantWillamette University Jan 2015 - Dec 2017Salem, Or, Us◆ Assisted students with weekly homework assignments, questions from class discussions, and studying for upcoming exams◆ Designed a plan with another preceptor to encourage success in coursework; did not just supply answers or simple how-tos◆ Educated a range of 3 to 14 students on topics such as linear algebra, pre-calculus, dimensional analysis, and calculus topics -
Opening Days Lead TeamWillamette University Nov 2015 - Sep 2016Salem, Or, Us◆ Chaired a 6 person leadership team that planned the orientation program for new students in August 2016◆ Attended a professional leadership conference NODA (was taught how to provide education, leadership and professional development to College age students)◆ Hired 85 Opening Days Leaders along with a 12 person selection team◆ Presented vital information through out the 4 day training process to 85 orientation leaders◆ Mentored a 35 person sub-committee in planning welcoming events such as mixers, dances, and informational seminars -
Mathematics Teaching AssistantQuantumcamp Inc Jun 2017 - Aug 2017Berkeley, Ca, Us◆ Summer role in teaching Math and Science to Elementary and Middle School students◆ Supported students during break out sessions◆ Filled in as a substitute head teacher execute respective lesson plan◆ Organized activities during free play and conducted morning assemblies -
Camp CounselorSerendipity Elementary School Jun 2010 - Aug 2016Us◆ Supervised a group of 12-18 elementary students from June to August, Monday through Friday◆ Guided 5-12 year old children to improve behavior skills by focusing on positive behavior and discouraging poor choices◆ Organized, planned, and carried out group activities and events that were instructed to me by the camp director◆ Mentored junior camp counselors, ages 13-15, to teach them the set of skills to meet future counselor responsibilities◆ Gained inter-personal skills when talking to co-workers and interacting with parents
Michael Chen Skills
Michael Chen Education Details
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Hult International Business SchoolSustainability And Business Analytics -
Willamette UniversityMathematics And Economics -
University Of GalwayStudy Abroad
Frequently Asked Questions about Michael Chen
What company does Michael Chen work for?
Michael Chen works for Okta
What is Michael Chen's role at the current company?
Michael Chen's current role is Sustainability @ Okta | Global collaborator passionate about driving sustainable solutions | Endurance Athlete.
What schools did Michael Chen attend?
Michael Chen attended Hult International Business School, Willamette University, University Of Galway.
What skills is Michael Chen known for?
Michael Chen has skills like People Skills, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Community Development, International Education, Blogging, Social Media Communications, Interpersonal Skills.
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