An award-winning political scientist specializing in the role of international regimes, John Ruggie was appointed in 2005 by then United Nations Secretary-General, Kofi Annan, to be the first ever Special Representative for Business and Human Rights. His most recent book, Just Business, tells the story of how he developed a road map for responsible corporate practices that forged a path beyond the prevailing civil society-business stalemate and is now at the heart of a powerful transformation protecting individuals and communities worldwide.