Our Board of Directors

ISEAL is governed by our Board of Directors and managed on a day-to-day basis by our Executive Director and Leadership Team.

The Board of Directors ensures that ISEAL stays true to its charitable mission, works within the law, manages its resources prudently and delivers its mission effectively. 

The Board meets at least three times per year and is advised by three committees: the Executive Committee, the Finance Committee, and the Nominations Committee. In addition, a Membership Committee and Technical Committee report to the board and have independent decision-making powers. 

Our Board currently includes representatives from seven of our member organisations, four external representatives and is chaired by Monika Weber-Fahr.

Kiron Bose, Collington Capital (external appointment) 

Adam Cox, Rainforest Alliance

Joseph D' Cruz, Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil 

Melanie Grant, Responsible Jewellery Council

Margaret Kim, Gold Standard

Aik Hoe Lim, World Trade Organisation (external appointment) 

Sugumar Raman, Fair Trade USA

Lina Ramon, Forest Stewardship Council

Catalina Romero Nocua, Assurance Services International

Nina Schuler, Independent(external appointment)

Monika Weber-Fahr, Board Chair (external appointment)

ISEAL Technical Committee

The ISEAL Technical Committee is responsible for technical oversight of the ISEAL Codes of Good Practice and other credibility tools. The committee brings together representatives from ISEAL members and external stakeholders who have a strong overall understanding of sustainability standards. The Technical Committee has responsibility for approving the content of new and revised Codes. 

The Leadership Team

Our senior leadership team directs our day-to-day work around the world. It’s made up of the Executive Director and four Directors and brings together a diverse and international collection of talents.

Karin Kreider, Executive Director

Kristin Komives, Director, Programmes

Patrick Mallet, Director, Innovations

Tom Espley, Director, Finance and Operations

Vidya Rangan, Director, Policy and Engagement