A GLOBAL INTELLIGENCE-TO-ACTION THINK TANK FOR SOCIAL INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY
Global ESG Leadership Organization (ESGIN) is a UK-registered think tank for social innovation and sustainable action. ESGIN convenes business leaders, investors, and policymakers across six continents, translating documented business practice into action frameworks that can be shared, replicated, and applied — turning individual leadership into collective progress.
UN Global Compact — Participant
UN-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) — Signatory
UN Global Digital Compact — Endorser (since June 2026)
UN Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) — Signatory (since 13 June 2026)
Shortlisted for the 2026 PRI Awards in the "Recognition for Excellence: Communication" category.
Our Global Ecosystem A global community of 6,000+ digital members and 400+ senior advisors, bringing together leaders and expertise across sustainable finance, ESG, business, policy, and social innovation, with connections to leading institutions including the United Nations, World Bank, World Economic Forum, GRI, SASB, and CFA Institute.
High-level meetings, forums and side events across UN ESCAP, UN DESA, UNHQ, UNESCO, UN Women and ECOSOC since 2024.
ESGIN-led initiatives featured across the UN Doha Solutions Platform and UN AI Dialogue Partnerships Hub platforms, including youth leadership, impact capital, women’s empowerment and responsible AI.
Contributions to the Global Sustainable Development Report, UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance, UN STI Forum and the UN Secretary-General’s 2026 report on Social & Solidarity Economy.
Our Change Theory —Connect, Share, Learn, Act, Lead— develops not only practitioners, but the micro-leaders who turn knowledge into action. By convening global leaders, enabling cross-sector collaboration, and grounding action locally, ESGIN seeks to redefine business success — demonstrating that profit and sustainability are not competing choices, but mutually reinforcing drivers of economic growth, social trust, and human-centred value.
Ambassador George Hara is an archaeologist, technology entrepreneur, and internationally renowned venture capitalist.
He served as Special Advisor to Japan’s Cabinet Office and as Intergovernmental Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the United Nations.
As founder of DEFTA Partners, he helped build numerous globally successful technology companies.
Ambassador Hara’s Public Interest Capitalism, which has influenced policy and practice across Japan and Asia, stands as a defining compass for our organization — affirming that the wellbeing of society is the foremost priority in sustainable development.
Enio Jaco is a seasoned governance architect and ESG leader with 20+ years across the Western Balkans, the U.S., and Central Asia. As former President of AmCham Albania, he strengthened national-level governance frameworks.
He now supports us in building a globally benchmarked governance model, enhancing our structures and institutional foundations, while bringing deep experience advising the EU, USAID, the World Bank, and the EBRD on private-sector growth.
Terry Thornton is a pioneering global leader in ESG education, EdTech, AI, and digital learning, whose work has shaped next-generation sustainability learning across more than 65 countries.
Through transformative platforms at MSCI, Moody’s, CFA and UN PRI, he has redefined how professionals worldwide understand responsible investment and ESG impact.
Terry will also work with us to build a forward-looking and globally relevant education architecture, strengthening the learning ecosystems needed for the future.
Chienie Tsai is a former Asia-Pacific Vice President in global listed companies, a serial entrepreneur, and a mentor to several Asian government-backed tech startup offices and women’s innovation communities. She has contributed to youth assemblies, the World Peace Forum, and TEDx Youth.
Through regular meditation and volunteer service, she has learned to serve selflessly, shaping a leadership approach rooted in humility, purpose, and collective wellbeing.
PEOPLE: Terry Thornton (MSCI) – ESG bottleneck is outdated learning models; “Preventable Surprises” & Role Maturity Model
BUSINESS: Patagonia – Worn Wear, material innovations & 2022 Earth-as-shareholder restructure
SOCIETY: Doha 2025 Summit – Solutions Platform for workforce resilience & inclusive jobs
CAPITAL: Impact Fund Roundtable – “Public Interest Capitalism” for regenerative finance & equity
A High-Level Practice Principles Guide for Global Sustainable Growth
(By Global ESG Leadership Organization)
Core Philosophy
This is a practice-first, not theory-first international ESG journal. Its mission is to build a global open-action think tank that turns real-world corporate successes into replicable, executable sustainable solutions for Fortune 500 companies and investors.
Permanent archiving in the six UK & Ireland Legal Deposit Libraries (British Library, Oxford, Cambridge, etc.) + applications to U.S. Library of Congress and UN libraries
Published authors are automatically inducted into the exclusive Core Contributor Circle – Global Think Tank for Sustainable Growth (citable on LinkedIn & CV)
Please note that an administrative review fee of USD 560.00 is required for submissions to our international journal.
TOP 10 FLAGSHIP INDUSTRY COUNCILS
Asia CEO Community
Global CEO Community
APAC Cultural & Creative Industrial Alliance
Global Fashion Jewelry & Accessories Council
Global Chinese Women & Youth Leadership Council
Lovin Community Care Foundation & More
We welcome partners who share our vision and have the following expertise to join us as collaborators. Interested parties, please email to: acc@eagin.org
We generate and distribute ESG-focused information streams, highlighting sustainable practices, ethical investments, and responsible business strategies. Our aim is to drive positive change and foster development through knowledge sharing and awareness.
We aim to assemble influential leaders from diverse industries, facilitating in-depth discussions on significant and thought-provoking issues. Additionally, we will uncover innovative motivations and insights, fostering a platform for exchange among opinion leaders.
Our community comprises a diverse and influential group of members, spanning from industry leaders to young innovators. It includes advisors, board members, regional and industry representatives, brand ambassadors, volunteers, as well as collaborating speakers and analysts, all working together to promote our mission.
To enhance the widespread promotion of our mission, we are dedicated to maximizing the availability of our resources and research analysis reports in a “Free and Open”. This encompasses the provision of regulations and self-assessment tools, a comprehensive database featuring ESG business enterprises, publishing books in both Chinese and English, as well as engaging in collaborations on philanthropic projects and courses.
We proudly recognize and celebrate our partner companies that have demonstrated excellence in quality, innovation, and sustainable operations. By leveraging impartial, third-party evaluation against strict global standards, we offer a system of certification, honors, and awards. This empowers our partners to enhance their brand reputation and build greater global trust.
We organize and host visits to our globally outstanding enterprise partners and the United Nations headquarters. Through exchange and guidance from industry leaders, we aim to holistically elevate the capabilities of these companies and inspire mutual learning. We are committed to building a community of enterprises excelling in quality, innovation and sustainability.
We empower aspiring young talents with professional development opportunities to cultivate the next generation of global leaders. Through structured training, field visits, and industry mentorship, we help participants enhance their management capabilities, innovative thinking, and social responsibility. Our goal is to nurture a cohort of curious and visionary youth who will drive ongoing progress for enterprises and society.
We maintain close partnerships with premier consulting firms and certified assessment bodies to deliver tailored solutions for our clients. Our offerings span strategic planning, market research analysis, as well as ESG evaluation and recommendations - all grounded in industry best practices.
We offer a comprehensive suite of services to support startups and enterprises looking to expand their global reach. This includes global marketing, brand development, and business expansion strategies.
We have established a platform that connects investors, international buyers, and suppliers with enterprises committed to ESG practices. Through in-depth analysis and precise demand matching, we facilitate effective connections and collaborations between the parties. Additionally, we provide tailored financial support as a cornerstone for development, with the aim of driving ESG adoption and value enhancement across the industry.
