The Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) announced that its CEO, Amina Razvi, will leave the organization at the end of the year. As the San Francisco-based organization enters a new phase of growth and expansion to adjacent product categories, she and the Board of Directors agreed that the time is right for her to step away and for the Board to identify a successor.
In a statement, the SAC acknowledged her contributions over the past decade, including doubling membership since 2019, evolving the Higg Index suite of tools, managing the 2019 Worldly spin-off, and other areas.
Through the end of December, Razvi will continue to work with the Board and the global team to support a smooth transition. During the transition, SAC’s executive team will oversee day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives to maintain the organization’s commitments.
Tamar Hoek, chair of the SAC Board and senior policy director of Sustainable Fashion at Solidaridad, will oversee a dedicated transition task force. The he organization noted it would make no changes to its mission, values, or direction, and members and partners, including the SAC’s global team, will be involved in the transition.
The association anticipates no staffing, Board or leadership changes resulting from Amina Razvi’s departure.
Razvi said, “When I joined the SAC eight years ago, it was because I saw an incredible opportunity to drive positive industry transformation at scale. From the very beginning, it was clear what this organization and community were capable of, working as a catalyst for industry collaboration. In that time, we’ve come a long way together: We’ve doubled our membership, launched a new strategic plan and forged key partnerships, tripled the size of the SAC team, increased adoption of the Higg Index across the value chain, and achieved so much more.
“Partnership and community has been at the heart of our success. I wholeheartedly believe that partnership is the new leadership, and together, we’ve demonstrated what’s possible. I’m extremely proud of what we’ve accomplished together.
“But reflection is paramount, and as I step down from my role as CEO, I am excited about what lies ahead. The journey doesn’t end here; there are new opportunities and challenges on the horizon, and, while I will take some time to recharge and spend more time with my family, I’m eager to continue working on the issues I’m deeply passionate about. I look forward to the next opportunity to drive meaningful change, and positively impact people and the planet.”
Hoek said, “The entire Board and I wish to express our gratitude to Amina for her contributions over the past eight years. As we bid her farewell, we take a moment to reflect on her outstanding achievements and those of her dedicated team. Their collective efforts have positioned the SAC for an exciting next chapter in its evolution.
“During her tenure, Amina played a pivotal role in uniting the industry and strategic partners, paving the way for a more sustainable and responsible future. Her accomplishments include the development of the SAC’s updated strategic plan, the establishment of new membership requirements, remarkable growth in both membership and the SAC team, and a host of other achievements. With great enthusiasm, we commend her dedication and the strong foundation she has laid, which will enable the SAC to expand its influence across the consumer goods industry.”
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