Matt Orsagh, CFA, has been in the sustainability world for over 20 years. He was part of the original team that started GovernanceMetrics International (now part of MSCI), where he helped develop the first iterations of current ESG analysis.

Matt spent the last 17 years at CFA Institute, pioneering ESG research and thought leadership, with an increasing focus on climate change, natural capital and degrowth. His report, “Climate Chang Analysis in the Investment Process,” was named best global ESG paper by Savvy investor in 2020.

Matt’s podcast “The Sustainability Story” has been named one of the top podcasts about corporate social responsibility. The podcast featured intimate conversations with thought leaders from the world of ESG integration and sustainability. Matt is currently a Director at RISE Sustainability Investment Consulting, and Chief Content officer at ED4S.