Samir Whitaker

Samir Whitaker is a corporate sustainability professional with seventeen years of global experience in biodiversity and ecosystem management, focusing on Biodiversity Net Gain and sustainable sourcing across the private and NGO sectors. At Ørsted, Samir leads the integration of biodiversity ambitions within the UK business, including the development of a Net Positive Impact framework. Previously, Samir held senior roles at organizations such as Fauna and Flora International and the Zoological Society of London, where they drove initiatives to secure measurable biodiversity gains and fostered partnerships for sustainable business practices. Samir's educational background includes studies at Cambridge Judge Business School, where they enhanced their expertise in sustainability practices.