Chief Impact Officer of EIT Food, Former Head of Sustainability for Innocent Drinks, Sustainability Director for Huel, Sustainable Supply Manager for McDonald’s
Jessica Sansom’s Biography:
Jessica Sansom is a leading sustainability expert and keynote speaker, currently serving as Chief Impact Officer at EIT Food. With more than 20 years of experience across the global food industry, Jessica is known for embedding sustainability into core business strategy and driving meaningful change at scale. As a speaker, she brings a practical, solutions-led approach to topics such as sustainable leadership and the future of food. One of her most notable achievements is shaping sustainability strategies within major international brands, aligning commercial success with environmental and social responsibility.
Jessica’s early career was built on a strong academic foundation, completing a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Law at the Australian National University, followed by a Master’s degree in Environmental Law at the University of Sydney. She began her professional journey as a Senior Consultant at the Institute for Sustainable Futures, before moving into corporate roles at McDonald’s Corporation, where she held positions including Environment Manager UK, Global CSR Manager, and Sustainable Supply Manager Europe. These roles gave Jessica first-hand experience in managing environmental impact within complex global supply chains, shaping her long-term approach to sustainability as both a strategic and operational priority.
Her career progressed with a decade-long tenure as Head of Sustainability at innocent drinks, where Jessica played a key role in transforming the brand into a recognised leader in ethical business practices. She later joined Huel as Sustainability Director, where she was responsible for designing and implementing a sustainable nutrition strategy that balanced health, affordability, and environmental impact. During her time at Huel, Jessica also led initiatives to influence policy, support regenerative agriculture, and drive consumer behaviour change. Her work has been recognised through major accolades, including the Guardian Sustainable Business Award, the Community Big Tick Award, and the Rainforest Alliance Frog Award, alongside industry recognition for her leadership in ethical and environmental innovation.
Why Hire Jessica Sansom?
As a keynote speaker, Jessica delivers insightful, engaging talks that connect strategy with action. She covers themes such as sustainable leadership, ethical business models, and the role of organisations in building a future-fit food system. Jessica helps audiences understand how sustainability can be embedded into everyday decision-making, making it relevant across industries and roles. Her ability to translate complex challenges into clear, practical steps ensures audiences leave informed, motivated, and ready to act. For organisations looking to future-proof their business and lead with purpose, Jessica offers both credibility and inspiration.
Jessica Sansom’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Jessica Sansom’s remarkable career:
- 2025 – Appointed Chief Impact Officer at EIT Food
- 2024 – Recognised by Forbes for sustainability leadership
- 2023 – Delivered global sustainability strategy as Sustainability Director at Huel
- 2019 – Established career as an international keynote speaker on sustainable business
- 2017 – Completed tenure as Head of Sustainability at innocent drinks
- 2010 – Awarded Guardian Sustainable Business Award
- 2008 – Received Rainforest Alliance Frog Award
Videos
Jessica Sansom’s Official Keynote Speaking Videos & Showreel:
Testimonials
“Jessica was great, professional and a pleasure to deal with” – Helen, BT
“I would like to give you feedback on your GREAT speech/presentation during our Northern Europe Conference today with 350 employees located in 12 countries. Our team found the examples shown so impressive, really inspiring and there is no question that you have once again awakened many with your words! That was so important to us and with you, we have achieved exactly that. Thank you…” – Erika, Diageo Team
” It was great. They all really enjoyed it and it lead to some good follow on points in our meeting which was great, so mission accomplished!” – Samsung
“A very relevant and engaging presentation. Clear visuals, held audiences attention, told an interesting story and provided discussion”- JD Marketing
“We feel very grateful that we had Jessica Sansom at our European Startup Festival 2020. We went crazy when she confirmed her participation and we were right to do so as she was absolutely fantastic! The event was held online in November 2020 and she was giving the sustainability keynote speech ‘sustainable from the start’. We and the participants were amazed how many practical steps were included in the 15 minutes she had. The honesty and transparency of the talk were refreshing and eye-opening. The audience’s reactions were as positive as ours. Thank you Jessica. We are looking forward to having you again at our future events”- Christine Michaelis, Start-Up Ecosystem Creator
“She was amazing! One of the best speakers we have had. Thank you Mark and Champions for all the help organising such a fantastic speaker with short turnaround.” – Hanan, Al-Dabbagh Group
Speaking Topics
Jessica Sansom’s Official Keynote Topics:
- Building Purpose-Driven Organisations
- Climate Strategy and Environmental Impact
- Consumer Engagement and Behaviour Change
- Ethical Supply Chains and Responsible Sourcing
- Innovation in Sustainable Nutrition
- Sustainable Leadership and Business Transformation
- The Future of Food Systems
How Much Does Jessica Sansom Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Jessica Sansom?
Jessica Sansom’s speaking fees typically reflect her senior leadership experience and international demand. Costs vary depending on location, event format, and preparation required, with keynote engagements generally falling within a premium corporate speaker fee bracket.