Phil Graves has had a distinguished career focused on driving sustainability across various industries. He was the founding Managing Director of Patagonia’s corporate venture capital arm, where he led investments in startups dedicated to responsible fashion. Later, as Vice President of Corporate Development at Patagonia, he managed the company’s corporate VC, resale, and organic certification efforts. Phil then served as Chief Sustainability Officer at Bass Pro Shops, driving eco-conscious initiatives within the retail sector.

Currently, Phil is the CEO of Meati Foods, a company focused on creating sustainable, plant-based meat alternatives. His leadership at Meati aligns with his long-standing commitment to integrating sustainability into business models and advancing eco-conscious innovation across sectors. His extensive experience makes him an invaluable advisor to sustainability-driven initiatives.