Chief Sustainability Officer
Joined: 2022
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Ms. Kolton joined SK Capital in 2022 as Chief Sustainability Officer. She is responsible for leading SK Capital’s efforts to identify material sustainability-oriented opportunities and risks associated with current and potential SK Capital portfolio companies. Ms. Kolton works closely with portfolio company leaders to develop sustainability strategies that will have a positive impact on the environment and communities, while creating value for investors. Prior to joining SK Capital, Ms. Kolton was Executive Vice President of the American Chemistry Council (ACC), the primary trade association representing over 170 chemical manufacturers operating in the U.S. While at the ACC, Ms. Kolton led the development of the first ever chemical industry sustainability strategy, the Responsible Care® program, the industry’s mandatory Environment, Health, and Safety program, as well as all industry communications initiatives. Ms. Kolton served in multiple senior government roles earlier in her career, including at the White House, Securities and Exchange Commission, Department of the Treasury, and Department of Energy. Ms. Kolton earned a B.A. from Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX.