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Jan Beyne, PhD
Jan beyne

Jan Beyne, PhD

Function Professor Sustainability Management

Expertise

  • Sustainable business strategy and corporate responsibility integration
  • ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) performance measurement and reporting (CSRD & VSME)
  • Sustainable development goals (SDGs) alignment and impact assessment
  • Stakeholder engagement and sustainable leadership practices
  • Cross-sector partnerships for sustainable transitions
  • Education and capacity-building in sustainability management

Referenties

  • PhD in Sustainability Management; Advanced Master in Diplomacy & International Relations, Master in Social & Economic Sciences (University of Antwerp)
  • Specializes in integrating sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into organizations, such as J&J, Port of Antwerp Bruges, and BASF
  • Leads the Sustainable Transformation Competence Center at Antwerp Management School, bridging theory and practical implementation
  • Leads the course ‘Leading Sustainable Transformation’ for the Master in Sustainable Innovation & Entrepreneurship
  • Co-developed and implemented the Global Leadership Program, strengthening sustainability intelligence among future leaders
  • Co-authored the book De weg naar duurzaam ondernemen (“The Road to Sustainable Entrepreneurship”), nominated for Management Book of the Year 2022
Jan Beyne is Professor of Sustainability Management at Antwerp Management School. With a background in social and economic sciences, diplomacy, and international relations, he bridges academic research and practical solutions for sustainable business transformation. Jan specializes in integrating the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into corporate strategies, public policy, and education. He is co-author of De weg naar duurzaam ondernemen (“The Road to Sustainable Entrepreneurship”), nominated for Management Book of the Year 2022. Through his research and teaching, Jan advises organizations worldwide — from multinationals to local governments — on embedding sustainability at the core of their operations.

In his presentations, Jan vividly shares his knowledge on sustainable business, innovation, stakeholder engagement, and more. His ability to simplify complex concepts and communicate them with clarity and passion makes him a bridge-builder between business realities and sustainability ambitions.

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