Aurora Dawn Benton

Founder Astrapto, sustainability strategist, consultant


Benton, who designs, implements, and scales sustainability programs in the hospitality, events, and travel industries founded Astrapto to provide solutions to social and environmental issues. She is a volunteer in organizations, including the Events Industry Council and the Global Business Travel Association, and has a doctorate in social impact management.

My motto comes from a book I once read: “Better a mediocre idea with brilliant execution than a brilliant idea with mediocre execution.” I take … ideas that change the world and focus on implementing and celebrating one step at a time.”

Aurora Dawn Benton
LOCATION: Washington, D.C.
TOPICS: Sustainability, corporate social responsibility, leadership, change management, entrepreneurship

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