Sustainability & ESG Strategy Experts

Helping businesses and investors surf the green wave

Bolstering sustainability efforts has become crucial in response to heightened stakeholder expectations, regulatory pressure, and a growing commitment to the planet and the people. The importance of robust ESG data collection, analysis, and reporting has surged, driven by the need for comprehensive insights that are essential for informed investment decisions. At &BLOOM, we recognize that while these factors are essential, achieving sustainable returns requires a parallel emphasis on value creation.

In 2023, &BLOOM emerged as a response to the growing demand for top-tier sustainability consulting services – as investors increasingly recognize the imperative of integrating ESG considerations into their decision-making processes. Leveraging years of international experience, we bring a wealth of expertise in ESG and sustainability strategy to our clients. &BLOOM provides advisory services that empowers businesses to assess, report on, and elevate the ESG aspects of their portfolios, fostering continuous improvement in sustainability performance. Our services are adaptable and tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients, regardless of where they stand on their sustainability journey.

Originally established as a strategy consultancy in Auckland, New Zealand, we have now expanded our reach to Sydney, Australia. We remain dedicated to empowering businesses and investors to surf the green wave of sustainability.

How We Work

Unlike traditional consultants who deliver reports and walk away, we stay engaged throughout the journey — building internal capability and confidence to help you surf the sustainability wave with agility and purpose.

Listen

We begin by understanding your goals, challenges, and impact potential.

Bridge the gap

We assess where you are today versus where you need to be, aligning internal capabilities with external standards to develop a practical roadmap.

Design strategies

We co-create a clear, tailored strategy — from high-level direction to actionable steps — grounded in science, data, and business reality.

Deliver impact

We implement the plan with you, embedding new ways of working, adapting as needed.

Meet the Team

Managing Director

Sydney Straver

Sydney is dedicated to moving the needle on ESG. With a proven track record of assisting European firms in advancing their ESG agendas, she aims to bring this expertise and best practices to the Pacific. Unique to her approach is a strategic value creation lens, helping investors and businesses seize opportunities where ESG meets value creation.

Head of Financial Institutions

Yu-Sha Vergeer

Yu-Sha is an experienced sustainability leader with a background spanning finance, consulting and academia. She has held senior roles within the banking sector, working on strategy development, regulatory affairs and stakeholder engagement. She supports financial institutions in turning regulatory & sustainability complexity into strategic opportunity.

Head of Client Impact

Dani Fox

With a background in analytics and strategy, she specialises in using data, high-quality reporting and strategic insight to drive transformation, build trusted relationships and identify opportunities for positive impact. Dani is passionate about helping firms measure their impact and develop clear roadmaps towards more sustainable business models.

Senior Consultant

Shaurya N Khera

Shaurya brings a strong business development edge to sustainability consulting, advising global companies on growth, market entry, and ESG strategy. At &BLOOM, he applies his expertise to align commercial ambition with impact, driven by a deep passion for purpose-led growth and real-world sustainability outcomes.

Senior Consultant

Visakhan Vythilingam

Visakhan brings deep experience in responsible investment and superannuation across the APAC region. He has worked at the intersection of investment strategy and sustainability, supporting asset owners and managers in integrating ESG considerations into their investment processes and aligning portfolios with long-term value creation.

Analyst Sustainability & ESG

Noureen K Valiyamannil

With a background in Economics, Politics, and International Relations, Noureen joined &BLOOM as an Analyst, Sustainability & ESG. She is deeply passionate about sustainability reporting and the role organisations can play in driving positive impact. Noureen is enthusiastic about helping businesses and investors navigate the rapidly evolving ESG landscape.

Carbon & Climate Consultant

Irfan Alee

Combining deep technical expertise in carbon accounting with a strong foundation in environmental science, Irfan is a Carbon & Climate Consultant at &BLOOM, working at the forefront of Scope 3 emissions and value chain decarbonisation. He is passionate about supporting businesses on their decarbonisation and net zero journeys.

Storytelling & Communications Advisor

Ioana Marin

Combining her expertise in editorial content, branding, and LinkedIn community building, Ioana works at the intersection of storytelling and regenerative communication. She founded Inspirators, a global network connecting 150+ leaders across 80 countries, and co-founded Community Index, Romania’s only bilingual sustainability magazine.

"After years working alongside Europe's leading businesses and investors driving sustainability, I saw firsthand the gap between ambition and action. That is why I started &BLOOM — to empower organisations with the skills and insights they need to accelerate their ESG journey and truly move the needle on sustainability."