Simon MacMahon

Simon oversees the creation of Sustainalytics’ ratings, research, and analysis across the dimensions of ESG risk, ESG impact and climate. The research department he leads is one of the largest globally, focused on the positive and negative sustainability impacts of companies and how those impacts translate into risks and opportunities for investors. Simon brings content knowledge, a deep understanding of research and data management processes, and extensive market experience to the role.

Simon joined Sustainalytics in 2008. He built the company’s account management and advisory teams and was responsible for Sustainalytics’ global client experience before taking on his current role.

He is a frequent speaker and media source on topics related to ESG, having been quoted in the Economist, Financial Times, and The Wall Street Journal, among others. He has also published articles in business journals such as Harvard Business Review. Simon holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from the Schulich School of Business and is a former board member of the Responsible Investment Association.

Location: Toronto