China Mist sat down with Kris Spector, restaurant sustainability expert and founder of Spector Sustainability Consulting. Kris helps restaurants evolve to meet market demands and to continue maximizing their profits while reducing environmental impact. Previously, he has sustainability experience with Waste Management, a luxury resort, 5-star restaurants, and commercial real estate.

"I learned about the Global Institute of Sustainability [ASU’s School of Sustainability] and I thought, 'Wow, that’s the future. That’s a no-brainer. I’m going to go do that.'"