Catherine McLean Discusses the Importance of Diverse Recruitment in the Clean Energy Industry

The ‘S’ in ESG relates to the people elements impacting organizations. This includes employee relations, organizational health, people culture, DEI, and community outreach. In this episode, Yvonne Harris talks with Catherine McLean, Founder and CEO of Dylan Green, a clean energy recruitment agency with extensive experience working with start-ups and corporate businesses operating in the clean energy and technology markets globally. Catherine is an experienced entrepreneur with a demonstrated history of working in the clean energy recruitment industry. She is a serial networker skilled in Sales & Marketing, Management, Negotiation, CSR, and ESG. Catherine is truly passionate about helping companies achieve their diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.

Listen as Yvonne and Catherine candidly discuss why it is essential to have more women, women of color, and people of color in Clean Energy/Tech/ESG careers. These recruitment efforts remain a challenge. They also explore practical tips on what organizations can do to make positive contributions to this effort and how individuals can be a catalyst for change.

Catherine shares her inspirational career journey that serves as a reminder to ask for what you want and how you can create a powerful intersection of your expertise and passion. She also speaks to the power of networking and shares practical tips on how to skill up in this space. After hearing this episode, you will understand why Catherine is a master at her craft.

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