Members and non-members can take this anonymous, 2-min benchmarking survey and score a 20-percent discount to the Annual Meeting 2025 in Hong Kong. Read more!
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 guided by four core principles:
We draw on the experience and expertise of our members to inform decisions that benefit the coalition.
We apply a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) lens to ensure broad and fair representation across all stakeholder groups.
We treat all member types equally, recognizing power dynamics across the value chain and striving for balanced influence.
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.
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.
Active Strategic Councils
Click on the tiles below to learn more about active strategic councils.
Check back soon for more information
Check back soon for more information
Check back soon for more information
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.
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:
Are You a Cascale Member?
Get involved in shaping Cascale’s direction.
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.
