Sustainability Is a Journey: Transforming the Way We Work
Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a journey. And it’s one best taken together. Many organisations find themselves stuck when it comes to putting Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) into practice. Change management? Challenging. Gathering data for non-financial ESG statements? Often a headache. Knowing exactly what’s needed for reporting? Not always clear. Implementing changes? Sometimes feels like climbing a mountain. And what about leadership? Are there inspiring people ready to lead the charge? Do they have the skills and competencies to make it happen? Ever thought that rolling out an equality plan could unlock a whole new pool of talent? Or that your great product might just need a little nudge in commercialisation? And yes, those processes and procedures—sometimes they seem just too time-consuming. Enter RESPOND: a one-stop-shop for developing people, ideas, products, and services with sustainability at the core.
Main Benefits: Services That Make a Difference
RESPOND offers a suite of services designed to tackle these challenges head-on. Here’s a quick snapshot:
- Consultancy tailored to your unique needs
- Sustainability (ESG) reporting made straightforward
- People & Culture strategies that foster growth
- Strategy development that connects the dots
- Audits & Surveys to keep you on track
- Bespoke coaching & training for real impact
- Hands-on project accompaniment, management & implementation
- Interim management when you need it most
- Conflict mediation to smooth the bumps
- Network opportunities that open doors
Focus Areas: Connecting the Dots for Real Change
The approach is transversal—meaning it cuts across all areas, linking strategy design, training, and tailored solutions. It’s participative, actively engaging everyone involved. Top-down ideas meet bottom-up development, creating a dynamic synergy. Key focus areas include:
- Environmental, social, and corporate governance—bringing strategy to life
- Carbon footprint reduction at work—small changes, big impact
- Tapping into the full pool of talent—embracing inspiring leadership and equal opportunities
- Creating learning organisations and transversal skills for impact
- Fostering a healthy work environment for success
- Building powerful networks with local communities
Philosophy: Sustainability as a Core Business Culture
Sustainability isn’t a checkbox—it’s a mindset. It requires responsible behaviour, commitment, and transparency. This journey depends on the unique culture of each business, its people, and an intrinsic approach where environmental, social, and corporate governance are embedded in every process. It’s about walking the talk, aligning what’s promoted externally with what happens internally. Because, let’s face it, true change starts at home.
Workshops: Tailored Learning for Real Impact
Workshops and seminars are crafted to fit the needs of each team, available in English, Spanish, and German. Here are some examples:
- Sustainability – A Mandate for Managing People and Organisational Culture: Understand how to translate a company’s vision into everyday action, making sustainability a lived experience.
- Purpose Driven and Business Smart – Guerrilla Tactics for “Non-Profits”: Helping non-profits adopt business-savvy approaches to diversify funding and prove impact.
- Effective Interviewing: Learn how to conduct interviews that save time and money by placing the right candidate the first time.
Project Impact: Aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 4: Quality Education
- SDG 5: Gender Equality
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
Who They Are: Diverse Expertise Driving Change
The team behind this initiative brings a rich mix of backgrounds and international experience. From managers and trainers to consultants and entrepreneurs, their expertise spans sectors and cultures. Uta Werner, a strategist and coach, inspires businesses and individuals to rethink how they work. Janina Faller, with a background in strategic tourism management and global sales & marketing experience, adds a dynamic edge. Together, they embody core values like transparency, commitment, integrity, equality, creativity, and empathy—making sure every solution is as human as it is effective.
