CSSI community

CSSI advisory board

Our advisory board is made up of leaders from various sectors who walk the talk on regenerative sustainability to help Gustavson advance its vision of regenerative sustainability.  

Current board members:

• Anthony Everett, President & CEO, 4VI
• Stephen Huddart, Former CEO, McConnel Foundation
• Eda Koot, General Manager, Inn at Laurel Point
• David Miller, Managing Director, C40 Centre for Urban Climate Policy and Economy
• Kristen Needham, Founder, Owner and General Manager, Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse
• Tricia Thomas, Creative Director, Salish Eye Productions
• Stacey Toews, Owner, Level Ground Coffee
• Crystal Tremblay, Assistant Professor, Department of Geography, University of Victoria
• Christian Van Buskirk, Assistant Teaching Professor, Gustavson School of Business, University of Victoria 

Case studies

CSSI has collaborated with industry partners, academics and students to develop a series of case studies to be used in the classroom. One case study focuses on the decision to pursue certifications in the coffee industry. Another case study centred on family values and the impact of those values on business decisions during the COVID-19 crisis. Since 2022, CSSI fellows have created a total of 6 cases illustrating regenerative sustainability, teaching them in both our graduate and undergraduate programs.

Sustainability-focused events

Engaging with community can be difficult without having a common cause to bring people together. CSSI regularly invites local industry thought leaders to come together to exchange knowledge and expertise. Whether it is discussions taking place over a book launch or guided community dialogues, these conversations have a lasting impact as we move our community toward a regenerative future.