James Rogers is VP of Sustainability at footwear brand Rothy's. With over 13 years of experience developing and implementing complex sustainability strategies for global organizations, he has a proven track record of success in reducing carbon footprints, improving resource efficiency and engaging consumers in sustainable practices.

At Rothy's, Mr. Rogers leads the company's transformation into a truly circular business. He is developing and executing a strategic roadmap to reduce Rothy's environmental impact at every step of its value chain—from sourcing and manufacturing to end-of-life product management.
 
Before joining Rothy's, James held senior sustainability roles at The North Face, JCR Consulting and The RealReal. In these roles, he led successful initiatives such as the launch of The North Face Renewed, a program that refurbishes and resells used North Face products. He also developed and implemented strategic roadmaps, publicly advocated for strong climate and environmental regulation.