Case study: U.S. Polo Assn.
Both. Run the start as a project: the gap analysis, the double materiality assessment and the first report need a plan, milestones and a deadline. After that, CSRD becomes an ongoing process, with data owners, controls and an annual reporting cycle built into how the business runs, much like financial reporting.
Client context: U.S. Polo Assn. (USPA Properties) is the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), managing the global licensing and marketing of the U.S. Polo Assn. brand. The company oversees a worldwide network of licensed partners across apparel, footwear, accessories, and home products, operating in numerous international markets. With a strong focus on brand integrity and global growth, USPA Properties coordinates commercial strategy, licensing, and brand development while ensuring alignment across regions and partners.
Industry: Fashion/Apparel.
Freelancer(s) provided: Patricia V.
Key result: Seamless maternity cover.
The challenge
U.S. Polo Assn. needed temporary sustainability support to cover a team member on maternity leave. The challenge was to maintain continuity across ongoing ESG initiatives, ensure no disruption to reporting or client commitments, and quickly onboard a skilled sustainability professional who could step in with minimal handover time.
The Dazzle solution
Dazzle introduced Patricia, an experienced sustainability consultant, to provide temporary, full-scope support. Patricia quickly adapted to U.S. Polo Assn.’s internal processes, managed ongoing ESG projects, and ensured all deadlines and deliverables were met without disruption. Her expertise allowed her to seamlessly cover the maternity absence, keeping initiatives on track and providing guidance wherever needed.
The impact
- Maintained continuity during maternity leave.
- Ensured all ESG reporting and initiatives stayed on schedule.
- Provided experienced hands-on support with minimal onboarding.
- Preserved internal team momentum and client confidence.
Client testimonial
U.S. Polo Assn. was delighted with the whole process, and according to Jessica Lenhart, their sustainability director:
“Dazzle made finding an expert sustainability freelancer to provide maternity leave coverage seamless. From start to finish, they made sure everything was taken care of, and our freelancer was everything we had hoped for. Everyone throughout the process was professional, organized, and wonderful to work with. I would highly recommend Dazzle for anyone looking for a sustainability freelancer.”
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