Kate Williams is CEO of 1% for the Planet, a global movement that inspires action and commitment so our planet and future generations thrive. In more than a decade of leadership, Kate has scaled 1% for the Planet’s impact to more than $846 million in certified giving to environmental solutions. A dedicated changemaker, Kate was a 2026 MO 100 Top Impact CEO and 2026 Real Leaders Top Impact Speaker, and received Chief’s 2024 New Era of Leadership Award. She’s also a mom to two grown children and an avid trail runner, living in Vermont with her husband and their dog.