Joel Makower is a writer, speaker, and strategist on sustainable business, clean technology, and corporate social responsibility. He is the founder and executive editor of GreenBiz Group Inc., a media company that provides news, events, and research on sustainable business practices. Makower has been a prominent voice in the sustainability movement for over 30 years. He has written several books on the topic, including "Strategies for the Green Economy" and "The Green Consumer". He is also a regular speaker at conferences and events, and has advised numerous companies and organizations on sustainability issues. In addition to his work with GreenBiz, Makower is a senior fellow at the University of Michigan's School of Environment and Sustainability, and a board member of several non-profit organizations, including Net Impact and the Environmental Defense Fund. Makower's work has been recognized with several awards, including the Hutchens Medal from the American Society for Quality and the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Pioneer award from the U.S. Green Building Council.