Mary Bean, our Principle Consultant, has worked in the apparel and footwear industry for over 24 years, 14 of which have been spent developing and implementing CSR and sustainability programs for two major sporting goods companies. With five years experience in overseas sourcing plus an MBA degree, Mary has the unique perspective of integrating responsible business practices through the lens of how these practices can reduce risk, balance the needs of a business, create value as well as meet the growing customer and consumer demand for responsible business.