Philip Freeman

Philip Freeman has a diverse work experience spanning across different organizations and roles. Philip currently serves as the Director of Impact at OpenSC, an impact venture co-founded by WWF and BCG Digital Ventures. In this role, they lead efforts to design and build tech-enabled solutions that promote environmentally-friendly and ethical production practices.

Prior to their current position, Philip worked at WWF-Australia for several years in various roles. Philip started as the National Manager of Communications in 2012 and later became the Head of Engagement in 2016. In this role, they established and led WWF's Engagement Team, bringing together experts from different fields to implement strategic opportunities. Philip was also responsible for combining the organization's science, policy, marketing, corporate partnerships, and philanthropic expertise.

During their time at WWF-Australia, Philip had a significant accomplishment by being seconded to a joint exploration with BCG Digital Ventures, which eventually led to the spin-off of WWF's first impact venture, OpenSC. Philip played a crucial role as a Strategist, focusing on exploring and developing conservation opportunities.

Prior to their work at WWF-Australia, Philip worked at the Australian Conservation Foundation as a Climate & Clean Energy Campaigner from 2006 to 2012. Philip actively participated in climate action campaigns and was instrumental in the formation and success of the Southern Cross Climate Coalition. Philip also led the Clean Energy Jobs campaign and was involved in Al Gore's leadership program, "The Climate Reality Project." Additionally, they played a role in the development and implementation of innovative union member engagement programs.

Earlier in their career, Philip worked as a Climate and Renewable Energy Campaigner at Greenpeace in 2006 and as the Founder & Legal Coordinator of the Australian Climate Justice Program from 2003 to 2005.

Prior to their work in the conservation and environmental sector, Philip worked as a Solicitor at Freehills from 2000 to 2002.

Overall, Philip Freeman's work experience showcases their expertise in conservation, sustainability, strategic planning, and leadership in the impact and environmental sectors.

Philip Freeman completed the Sydney Leadership Program at Social Leadership Australia in 2011, with a focus on adaptive leadership. From 2003 to 2005, they pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photomedia at UNSW. Prior to that, they attended the University of Sydney from 1993 to 1998, where they earned a Bachelor of Law with a specialization in Environmental Law & Policy, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Geography. Philip Freeman's earlier education took place at Sydney Grammar School from 1987 to 1992, although no specific degrees or fields of study were mentioned.