Andrew Thornton

Andrew Thornton is passionate about the role of business in transforming society. He’s formed Heart in Business Ltd. to inspire others to look for ways to turn for-profit businesses into vehicles for social good. By sharing his own business experiences, Andrew inspires other entrepreneurs to improve profits while simultaneously making a difference in the world.

An expert in sustainability, Andrew introduces listeners to a relatable and actionable presentation with key insights and actionable strategies. He provides helpful steps for transforming the way a business operates. His talks center on how to manage a business with a heart-felt purpose. By incorporating Thornton’s strategies, audiences reimagine business operations at every level for positive impact on employees, stakeholders, and consumers.

Andrew launched his career at Mars. He later founded a retail consultancy business, called SRCG. He’s also served as the director and founder of two social enterprises, which focused on the supermarket industry. As a University College Dublin graduate, Andrew holds Master of Business and Science and Bachelor of Commerce degrees.

In his current role as the driving force behind Thornton’s Budgens, a UK supermarket, Andrew has established a plastic-free zone. His sustainability efforts inspire other businesses to evaluate how to take incremental steps toward business transformation.