Krause Group Sustainability Director Discusses Corporate Environmental Governance

Jessica Hinman to share insights on translating ESG commitments into operational reality.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 5:09am

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Jessica Hinman, Director of Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility at Krause Group, will speak at the University of Iowa's 'The Private Sector and the Planet' speaker series. In her talk, 'Beyond ESG: How Environmental Governance Actually Works Inside Companies,' Hinman will move beyond public-facing ESG discussions to examine how environmental goals are implemented across complex organizations and supply chains, where sustainability intersects with finance, procurement, legal, and business strategy.

Why it matters

As companies face growing pressure from investors, regulators, and the public to address environmental and social impacts, understanding the internal dynamics that shape corporate environmental action is crucial. Hinman's insights can help future business leaders and lawyers identify key leverage points to drive meaningful change.

The details

Hinman will discuss the governance structures, accountability mechanisms, and cross-functional dynamics that determine whether sustainability initiatives gain traction or stall within organizations. She will draw on her experience working at the intersection of environmental ambition and practical business realities at Krause Group, a privately held parent company with a global portfolio spanning soccer, wine, hospitality, and real estate.

  • The event will take place on March 29, 2026.

The players

Jessica Hinman

Director of Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility at Krause Group.

Krause Group

A privately held, purpose-driven parent company headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, with a global portfolio spanning soccer, wine, hospitality, and real estate.

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What they’re saying

“Beyond the public-facing conversation about ESG frameworks, disclosure regimes, and corporate pledges, I'll examine what happens after commitments are made and how environmental goals are translated into operational decisions across complex organizations and global supply chains.”

— Jessica Hinman, Director of Sustainability & Corporate Social Responsibility, Krause Group

What’s next

The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. More information and registration details can be found on the University of Iowa's website.

The takeaway

Hinman's insights on the internal dynamics of corporate environmental governance can help future business leaders and lawyers understand the practical challenges and opportunities in translating ESG commitments into meaningful action, which is crucial as companies face growing pressure to address their environmental and social impacts.