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Cascale Forum: Colombo

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Governance

Cascale’s governance framework is driven by member insight, transparency, and equitable representation. As a global multi-stakeholder nonprofit, we bring together diverse voices from across the consumer goods value chain to shape decisions that support industry transformation and collective action.

Governance Principles

Cascale’s approach to governance is built on accountability and trust, and guided by four core principles:

Collaboration

We engage with our members, stakeholders, and partners to share insights, strengthen our work, and drive collective action

Equity

We treat all member types equally, recognizing power dynamics across the value chain and striving for balanced influence.

Inclusion

We consider the impact of our work and ensure broad and fair representation across all stakeholder groups

Transparency

We openly share how decisions are made, so members and partners can engage with confidence and clarity.

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors provides strategic direction, financial oversight, and governance for Cascale as a nonprofit membership organization. It plays a key role in ensuring that Cascale’s strategic priorities remain aligned with its purpose, mission, and vision.

View Current Board Members
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Board Composition

  • The Board includes nine elected representatives, with three seats each for the affiliate, brand & retailer, and manufacturer member caucuses.
  • Board elections are held annually; Board Directors are elected by and from their respective member caucuses (member category).
  • Organizations may only have one representative on the Board at a time.

Board Responsibilities

  • Approve Cascale’s long-term strategies and priorities.
  • Monitor financial performance and uphold fiduciary responsibilities.
  • Create and maintain the governing policies to address the broadest levels of strategic decisions and situations.
  • Supports the CEO’s leadership of the organization.

Strategic Councils

Strategic Councils are advisory groups that provide expert input on important topics related to Cascale’s mission. Councils help guide Cascale’s programs and tools with perspectives from across the value chain.

Each Council includes 8–12 members in good standing, who are selected through an application process. Members are selected to represent diverse company types, regions, and experiences. Participants share their insights in a personal capacity, not as company representatives.

Role

  • Provide advice on Cascale’s strategic plan and its implementation
  • Offer advice on emerging challenges and opportunities within their scope of focus
  • Share long-term insights and recommendations to shape Cascale’s work

Responsibilities

  • Raise strategic industry needs and challenges for discussion
  • Provide expertise and insights informed by the diverse backgrounds of Council members
  • Help ensure transparency by publishing meeting minutes and sharing feedback with the broader Cascale membership
  • Contribute solutions-oriented guidance to address priority areas

Active Strategic Councils

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Member Expert Teams & Consultations

In addition to Cascale’s core governance bodies, Member Expert Teams (METs) and member consultations provide targeted, timely input on specific initiatives. METs are formed on an as-needed basis to provide technical expertise on specific topics, such as tool methodology, verification, or member guidance. These groups are time-bound and composed of individuals with relevant experience from across Cascale’s membership.

Cascale also engages members through broader consultation processes, caucus-led feedback, and informal input sessions, ensuring that all member types have opportunities to shape decisions, raise concerns, and influence direction. This flexible, multi-layered approach allows Cascale to remain collaborative, inclusive, and responsive to member needs.

    Examples of previous MET topics
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    Enhancing Cascale’s Higg Index tools and methodologies
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    Developing guidance and training resources
  • 03
    Aligning on policy priorities and public affairs strategies across regions

Transparency in Governance Structures

Transparency is a cornerstone of Cascale’s governance framework. We are committed to keeping members informed, engaged, and empowered to contribute meaningfully to decisions that shape our work.

We provide regular updates and documentation through Cascale Connect, our member-only digital platform, which includes:

  • Information on current, past, and upcoming governance groups
  • Published meeting notes and outcomes
  • Participant lists for Strategic Councils and Member Expert Teams
  • Digest emails with governance updates and consultation opportunities (daily or weekly, based on your preferences)

Are You a Cascale Member?

Get involved in shaping Cascale’s direction.

  • Apply to join a Strategic Council or Member Expert Team
  • Participate in member consultations or feedback sessions
  • Stay informed through updates on Cascale Connect
Go to Cascale Connect

Governance Is Evolving

We are currently evolving our governance model based on direct feedback from members—ensuring it continues to reflect our shared values of equity, inclusion, and accountability. If you have questions or would like to get involved, please contact Cascale’s director of governance.

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