Ellen Martin

Ellen Martin currently serves as Chief Impact Officer at Circulate Capital, an investment management firm dedicated to advancing the circular economy and addressing ocean plastic pollution through initiatives like the Circulate Capital Ocean Fund. Additionally, Ellen holds the position of Senior Advisor at The Circulate Initiative, focusing on developing waste management and recycling systems in South and Southeast Asia. Previous experience includes roles as Advisor for organizations and investors transitioning to a circular economy, Vice President of Impact and Strategic Initiatives at Closed Loop Partners, and Associate Director of Partnerships at the Shared Value Initiative. Ellen has also contributed to academia as a lecturer at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, and has held consulting positions with FSG and Citizen Schools. Educational qualifications include an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley, and a BA from Yale University.