“Sustainability isn’t about perfection—it’s about small steps and shared purpose.”

This Earth Month, we’re proud to spotlight Caroline Tapscott. From her roots in chemistry to her work at IMS, Caroline has turned her passion for the planet into real-world impact. Her standout achievement? Leading the development of a major federal regulation for the USDA BioPreferred Program, making bio-based products more accessible for everyone.

“Innovation keeps us from getting stuck in ‘how things have always been done,’” Caroline says. “It builds trust and moves the mission forward.”

Whether she’s navigating her “organized chaos” of 99 browser tabs or fueling up with a mid-morning Biscoff cookie, Caroline proves that leadership is about staying curious and making an effort every day.