US' ThredUP names Seth Levey as head of public policy & sustainability

Levey will also oversee ThredUP’s broader Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) efforts. Levey will report to Alon Rotem, chief legal officer of ThredUP. Prior to joining ThredUP, Levey served as director of government relations and public affairs at Equinor, where he was responsible for the company’s US climate, sustainability, environmental, and innovation policy development and advocacy. Prior to that, he held roles at the Edison Electric Institute, where he represented investor-owned electric companies before policymakers, and at Exxon Mobil Corporation, in corporate public and government affairs. He previously advised US state governors on energy, economic development, and international affairs issues, the company said in a press release.

Levey holds a Bachelor’s degree in government and history from the College of William and Mary and a Master's of Public Administration from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA).

“Extending the life of clothing can significantly reduce fashion's impact on our world. There is a long history of government action to curb pollutive industries; we have seen regulation and incentives for everything from plastic bags to electric vehicles. At ThredUP, we believe circular fashion is the next frontier in sustainable policy, and I'm thrilled to welcome Seth Levey to our team to help ThredUP on our journey to usher in a more sustainable future for the industry,” James Reinhart, CEO of ThredUP, said in a statement.

“Oftentimes, public policy and sustainability are separate functions within an organisation. Blending them together into one role proves that ThredUP understands the greater impact resale can have on climate goals with government and societal support. Educating policymakers on the circular economy and ThredUP’s business model is the first step in creating change, and I'm eager to take on this new and critical position,” Levey, said.

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