Jessica Moon, Education Co-Chair, is a strategic leader at the Sustainable Investment Leadership Council (SILC), where she champions the integration of sustainability into core business and investment strategies. She designs and leads convenings that unite leading cross-sector professionals in critical dialogues focused on unlocking sustainable financial returns through innovative solutions. With over two decades of experience, Jessica brings a unique perspective, combining her legal acumen with deep sustainability expertise and a holistic understanding of the interconnectedness of business functions. Her leadership at Scholastic Inc., where she pioneered their ESG & Sustainability function, demonstrates her ability to develop and implement strategies that drive both environmental and financial value. Jessica empowers leaders to see sustainability as a key driver of strategic advantage and long-term financial success, fostering a future where impact and returns are intrinsically linked.
Beyond corporate leadership, Jessica leads the SOLAR@PS11 Initiative, bringing together diverse stakeholders to create a demonstration site for sustainable schools. This advocacy work demonstrates her ability to create frameworks that align educational, environmental, and community benefits while navigating complex public-private partnerships—skills that enhance the practical insights she brings to SILC’s educational programming. A GRI Certified Sustainability Professional with certificates from Yale School of Management in Corporate Sustainability Management, GHG Protocol, and recent NYC Trash Academy training, Jessica combines theoretical knowledge with practical implementation expertise. An avid reader, she continuously draws on diverse perspectives to inform her systems-based approach to sustainability challenges.