Mike Hower

Founder of Hower Impact | Author of Sustainability Storytelling | Host of The Sustainability Communicator podcast | Writer of The Sustainability Story Substack | Believer that humanity can, must, and will do better

Sacramento, California, United States

About

I am a sustainability communication expert with nearly a decade of experience bridging journalism and sustainability communication and reporting advisory. As the founder of Hower Impact, a boutique consultancy, I specialize in transforming complex sustainability initiatives into resonant narratives that capture attention and drive meaningful engagement. Be sure to check out my podcast, The Sustainability Communicator, which examines the intersection of corporate sustainability and storytelling, and follow my Substack, The Sustainability Story (follow button on profile). You also can pre-order a copy of my upcoming book, Sustainability Storytelling: https://www.amazon.com/Sustainability-Storytelling-Communicate-Better-Business/dp/1398625515/ Learn more at: www.howerimpact.com

Experience

  • Founder and Principal Consultant at Hower Impact
    Mar 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 4 mos

    Hower Impact is an sustainability communication and reporting microagency helping companies translate strategy into credible, compliant, and compelling stories that build trust, advance positive impact, and create lasting business value. Some companies we've worked with include Mars, Sandisk, Bella + Canvas, Western Digital, Berry Global, Bentley Systems, Westinghouse, Cloudera, and more.

  • Author at Kogan Page Publishing
    May 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    I am the author of the Kogan Page title: Sustainability Storytelling: Communicate Trust, Brand Value and Better Business.

  • Advisory Board Member at ClimateVoice
    Jun 2025 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

    Serve as an advisory board member for a nonprofit that leverages the power of corporate influence from climate-positive companies to win crucial policy battles.

  • Founding Member at Fractional Sustainability Leaders Collective
    Apr 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

    The FSL Collective elevates fractional sustainability leadership as a trusted, business-driven approach to sustainability.

  • Fractional Sustainability Communication Consultant at Mars
    May 2023 - Jan 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos

    • Provided communication strategy and content creation support for Mars sustainability initiatives. • Collaborated with Mars teams to develop the Mars Net Zero Roadmap and Sustainable in a Generation Report. • Assisted in creating the Mars Petcare Sustainability Claims Guide to drive sustainability efforts.