Katie Wheatley

Katie Wheatley, Head of North America, UN Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)

Katie Wheatley serves as Head of North America for the UN-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), and is based in Montreal, Canada. The PRI brings responsible investors together to work towards sustainable markets that contribute to a more prosperous world for all. Before joining the PRI, Katie supported asset owners in developing and furthering their approach to ESG risks and opportunities through responsible investment governance while serving as Manager, RI Education and Advisory at SHARE. Prior, she led the award-winning Reconciliation and Responsible Investment Initiative, which collaborates with Indigenous and non-Indigenous investors to build capital markets that advance respect for Indigenous rights. Before focusing on responsible investment, Katie led several initiatives on Indigenous rights recognition, community development, and environmental sustainability across Canada. Katie has also published peer-reviewed research on oil sands governance, Indigenous rights recognition, and human-nature interactions. Since 2023, Katie has served on the board of the Definity Insurance Foundation, and on the Steering Committee for Climate Engagement Canada. 

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