Introduction
Nancy Amert is a respected author, speaker and innovation leader whose thought leadership spans books on sustainability and transformation, insightful articles, influential podcasts and webinars, expert commentary on emerging technologies, and numerous professional awards.
Below is a comprehensive list of her work and recognition:
Books
- The Sound of Dirt – Listening to Nature: Exploring Subtle Environmental Changes and Their Implications (Dec 30 2024): Connects readers with the planet by highlighting subtle environmental changes and drawing on Indigenous wisdom to inspire sustainable living.
- The Sound of Dirt: and other things you might be missing (Dec 22 2024): Reflects on the meaning of her name and emphasizes attention, empathy and a “Rule of Six” method for effective communication and mindfulness.
- Boundless Change: Executive Playbook for Continuous Transformation (May 28 2025): Provides a five‑pillar framework—customer experience, processes, people, technology and sustainability—with case studies to help leaders drive continuous transformation.
Blog & Thought‑Leadership Articles
- Sustainable Supply Chain Finance (Part 1 of 4) – LinkedIn article (Jan 12 2021): Defines supply chain finance and explains why sustainable supply chain finance (SSCF) is essential for corporates facing climate change, consumer expectations and regulatory pressure.
- Making sustainability a differentiator in global trade finance – CGI Consulting blog (Part 3, 2021): While the full article is unavailable, CGI highlights her 25+ years of experience in banking and describes her as a recognized leader in blockchain and distributed ledger technologies.
Podcasts, Webinars & Broadcasts
- The Banker Podcast – “Banking in Transition Episode 57: Making the Supply Chain Sustainable” (Nov 4 2021): Discusses how banks can make supply chains more sustainable and identifies promising technologies.
- CGI Webinar – “Global Bankers May Hold the Key to Climate Change” (Sibos 2021): Explores how bankers can build a sustainable economy and drive climate‑friendly finance.
- What’s Happening Podcast – Trade Information Network (CGI): Interviews Sudhir Dole, CEO of TIN, about increasing transparency in trade finance.
- Win Win Women TV/Podcast – “Think Green. Think Tech.” (Season 1, 2023): Hosts a weekly series interviewing business leaders, scientists and entrepreneurs about tech innovations that combat the climate crisis and offers actionable sustainability tips.
- Coffee With the Dog – Episode 796: “Climate Change & Holistic Living” (Jan 7 2025): Discusses her book The Sound of Dirt and examines how sustainable practices and renewed focus can address climate change.
- Finextra TV – Sibos 2018: Shares key takeaways from Sibos 2018 in Sydney and explores how new technologies will shape the next generation of trade finance.
- SettleMint Webinar – “Blockchain Technology as a Driver for More Sustainable Business Models”: Serves as a panel expert on how distributed‑ledger technology supports sustainable business models.
- 247Compliance Webinar – “Form W‑9 Compliance: TIN Verification, B Notices and Avoiding Backup Withholding Penalties”: Provides guidance on technical requirements for tax‑compliance processes.
Media Quotes & Expert Commentaries
- Global Trade Review (GTR) – “Canadian project brings standby letters of credit onto blockchain” (Oct 24 2018): Explains how blockchain can simplify standby letters of credit and enhance transparency and security in trade.
- CGI Women in Banking Roundtables: Shares expert perspectives on sustainable finance and future‑proofing banking alongside other CGI leaders.
Professional Awards & Recognition
- Women in Tech (W.I.T.) Award – Finalist (FinTech Futures UK & Bank Tech Awards, Dec 2021).
- Keynote Speaker – The Economic Times Supply Chain Management & Logistics Summit (June 2021).
- Project Green Light – Innovation Council Excellence Award (May 2020).
- Best of CGI Awards – Recognized for UC2 and Conpend Trade AI/Phase 2 projects (July 2017 & April 2020).
- Distributed Ledger Payment Commitment (DLPC) Recognition – Acknowledged by BAFT for co‑creating the DLPC concept (May 2019).
- CGI “Bridge Builder” Award – Highest employee award (June 2018).
- Selected Keynote Speaker – Blockchain Conference & Interviewed by Sweden’s Public Radio (Stockholm, Sept 2017).
- Hi‑5 Award – HGST/Western Digital – For achieving 0.05 % accuracy on a cash‑forecasting model (Q2 2013).
- Cisco Systems Accounting Accuracy Recognition – Discovered a US$1 billion accounting error during a contract assignment (May 2009).
- Seagate Technology “RAVE” Award – For launching a global Supply Chain Financing program and developing a pioneering accounts‑receivable contract template (Apr 2008).
- Co‑Project Manager – IBM’s US$100 million Global Credit Solution Project (2002‑2006).
- Entrepreneurial Recognition – Founded and led CoolFind.Net, an early e‑commerce platform in the Hudson Valley (Jan 1999–May 2000).