Forest Stewardship Council Executive and Leadership Team

Francois Dufresne, the At Fsc President & Chief Executive Officer (Canada) at Forest Stewardship Council, directs all strategic initiatives across the North American market. Overseeing the expansion of forest management certification, the Chief Executive Officer ensures alignment with international sustainability benchmarks. This leadership role involves engaging stakeholders within the construction and paper industries to drive adoption of responsible sourcing practices. By optimizing organizational efficiency, Francois Dufresne directly impacts the growth of certified supply chains. Ultimately, the Chief Executive Officer secures long-term environmental outcomes by fostering partnerships with major industry players. Through constant evaluation of market trends, the Chief Executive Officer maintains the relevance of certification systems in a rapidly evolving global economy. This position requires balancing complex regulatory requirements with the practical needs of forest managers, ensuring that the mission remains central to every operational decision made within the Canadian division.

Sarah Billig, the President at Forest Stewardship Council, manages the strategic direction and promotional activities within the United States. Overseeing brand awareness and market engagement, the President ensures that consumers and businesses recognize the value of certified materials in fashion and furniture sectors. This leadership role involves coordinating with certificate holders to strengthen the integrity of the chain of custody verification process. By driving outreach initiatives, Sarah Billig directly impacts the visibility of sustainable forestry practices. Ultimately, the President secures market support for responsible management by translating complex environmental standards into actionable business benefits. Through collaboration with diverse industry partners, the President expands the reach of certification programs across the domestic landscape. This role demands a focus on long-term market transformation, ensuring that the organization remains a trusted authority for sustainable procurement and environmental stewardship in the competitive American marketplace.

Glen Barry, the President & Founder at Forest Stewardship Council, provides foundational vision and strategic oversight for the global mission of promoting responsible forest management. Overseeing the long-term development of certification frameworks, the President & Founder ensures that the organization remains true to the core principles of environmental, social, and economic viability. This leadership role involves guiding the evolution of standards to address emerging global threats to forest health. By championing the importance of intact forest ecosystems, Glen Barry directly impacts the global strategy for sustainable resource use. Ultimately, the President & Founder secures the credibility of the certification system by maintaining rigorous oversight of organizational goals. Through continuous advocacy for forest protection, the President & Founder influences international policy and industry practices, ensuring that the organization remains a leader in the global effort to preserve the world's forests for future generations.

Siphelele Masondo, the CO, Southern Africa at Forest Stewardship Council, directs regional operations focused on promoting responsible forest management across diverse African ecosystems. Overseeing local certification efforts, the CO, Southern Africa ensures that forest management practices meet international standards while addressing specific regional social and economic needs. This leadership role involves working closely with local communities and industry stakeholders to implement chain of custody systems that verify material sources. By facilitating regional capacity building, Siphelele Masondo directly impacts the sustainability of forestry operations in the area. Ultimately, the CO, Southern Africa secures the integrity of the certification system by adapting global policies to local realities. Through consistent engagement with regional partners, the CO, Southern Africa drives the adoption of environmentally appropriate practices, ensuring that the organization maintains a strong, positive influence on the management of vital forest resources throughout the Southern African region.