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SUMMARY:Western NE Chapter Week Event - Quantum BioPower Tour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1724527298283{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Please join NEWIEE’s Western New England Regional Chapter for a tour of Quantum BioPower located in Southington\, CT on Tuesday\, October 22! \nQuantum Biopower – Connecticut’s first anaerobic digestion facility – can process 40 thousand tons of food waste a year and is capable of producing 1.2 megawatts of power. Come learn how anaerobic digesters are critical to achieving Connecticut’s goal of diverting 60% of food waste from the state’s garbage stream! \nAttendees are encouraged to BYOHVV (bring your own high vis vest) and wear appropriate footwear. Vests will be available for those who don’t have their own. \nFollowing the tour\, an informal gathering will occur at Kinsmen Brewing Company (409 Canal Street\, Milldale\, CT 06467). \nWe hope you can join us in Southington and/or Milldale! Registration is required for the tour\, and attendance is capped at 10. If you plan to join only for networking at Kinsmen\, please RSVP to Sarah (sarahadams@iso-ne.com).[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/western-new-england-chapter-field-trip-quantum-biopower-tickets-1000914842237?aff=oddtdtcreator” target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”300″]Register Here[/mk_button][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://newiee.org/event/western-ne-chapter-week-event-quantum-biopower-tour/
LOCATION:Quantum BioPower\, 49 Depaolo Drive\, Southington\, CT\, 06489\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Western New England Chapter
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SUMMARY:Maine Chapter Week Event - EVs\, Energy\, and the Economy
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1728073594844{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Join us for an enlightening evening of discussion and networking as WTS (formerly Women’s Transportation Seminar) and New England Women in Energy and Environment (NEWIEE) co-host a pivotal panel on “EVs\, Energy\, and the Economy.” We are thrilled to host our distinguished panelists: Hannah Pingree from the Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future; Laurie Linscott\, Transit Director for Bangor Community Connector; Kara Podkaminer\, Senior Advisor for Sustainable Transportation and Fuels at the U.S. Department of Energy; and Sara Mill-Knapp\, Director of Sustainability\, Greater Portland Council of Governments. \nThis dynamic event is proudly co-sponsored by Pierce Atwood\, Bernstein Shur\, Verrill\, Preti Flaherty\, Drummond Woodsum\, and MPowered. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to network with industry leaders and peers. \nNote: NEWIEE members should reach out to newiee@newiee.org for the code for the promo code for a free ticket.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://www.wtsinternational.org/events/evs-and-economy” target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”300″]Register Here[/mk_button][vc_empty_space height=”50″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1725415704065{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nMaine Chapter Sponsor \n[/vc_column_text][mk_clients style=”column” column=”1″ height=”150″ clients=”22884″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://newiee.org/event/maine-chapter-week-event-evs-and-the-economy-tentative/
LOCATION:Mast Landing Brewing Company – Freeport Taproom\, 200 Lower Main Street\, Freeport\, ME\, 04032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Maine Chapter,NEWIEE
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ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124948
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SUMMARY:Vermont Chapter Week Event - Chapter Kick Off
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1725415161065{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Join us as we kick off the NEWIEE Vermont Chapter with an event this October at VEIC’s offices in Winooski. We’ll hear from an amazing panel including Mari McClure\, President and CEO of Green Mountain Power\, June Tierney\, Commissioner at the Vermont Department of Public Service\, and Sarah Adams\, Vermont State Policy Advisor at ISO New England. We’ll then have a networking reception\, where attendees can both get to know new people and deepen connections with years-long colleagues and friends.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vermont-newiee-chapter-kick-off-tickets-1005153921437″ target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”300″]Register Here[/mk_button][vc_empty_space height=”50″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://newiee.org/event/vermont-chapter-week-event-chapter-kickoff/
LOCATION:VEIC\, 20 Winooski Falls Way\, Winooski\, VT\, 05404\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Vermont Chapter
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ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T124948
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SUMMARY:Boston Chapter Week Event - Fall Into NEWIEE
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1728833150994{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Come hang out with the Boston Chapter for a fun evening of mingling and networking on Wednesday\, October 23rd from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. We’ll be gathering at Smith\, Costello & Crawford! Register now to attend. Can’t wait to see you there![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”16″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-into-newiee-with-the-boston-chapter-tickets-1033796452017?aff=oddtdtcreator” align=”center” margin_top=”30″ margin_bottom=”30″ margin_right=”30″]Register Here[/mk_button][vc_empty_space height=”50″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1729515444728{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nEvent Sponsor \n[/vc_column_text][mk_clients style=”column” column=”1″ height=”150″ clients=”1889″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://newiee.org/event/boston-chapter-week-event-fall-into-newiee/
LOCATION:Smith\, Costello & Crawford\, One State Street\, 15th Floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boston Chapter,NEWIEE
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SUMMARY:Rhode Island Chapter Week Event - Networking Night at Guild Brewery
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1727654593894{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]We’d love for you to join the RI Chapter of NEWIEE for a fun evening of networking! We’re thrilled to be back at the fantastic Guild Brewery in Pawtucket! It’s the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends and make some new connections while enjoying a drink and some delicious light appetizers. Hinckley Allen will be providing some tasty small bites! Just a heads up\, you’ll be responsible for getting your own drinks. We can’t wait to see you there![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1033620275067?aff=oddtdtcreator” target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”300″]Register Here[/mk_button][vc_empty_space height=”50″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1727654340521{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nFood Sponsor \n[/vc_column_text][mk_clients style=”column” column=”1″ height=”150″ clients=”8065″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://newiee.org/event/rhode-island-chapter-week-event-networking-night-at-guild-brewery/
LOCATION:The Guild Brewery\, 461 Main St.\, Pawtucket\, Rhode Island\, 02860
CATEGORIES:NEWIEE,Rhode Island Chapter
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ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T190000
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SUMMARY:New Hampshire Chapter Week Event - Stories of Resilience and Success
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1726404143400{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Join NEWIEE members and guests for an inspiring evening hosted by NH Chapter Sponsor GZA GeoEnvironmental and sponsored by BCM Environmental & Land Law. \nThis NH Chapter event will feature an inspiring panel of diverse women in various stages of their careers in the energy and environmental sectors. From recent graduates to seasoned professionals\, the panelists will share their unique experiences\, illustrating how resiliency and perseverance have been crucial in their journeys. They’ll discuss challenges and successes and how their backgrounds have enriched their careers. The conversation promises to offer valuable insights into the dedication required to thrive in these dynamic fields and celebrate the strength and determination that drive their success. \nThe evening will also include networking (5:30-6:00)\, refreshments\, and a chance to win a harvest-themed gift basket filled with NH treats! \nDon’t miss this opportunity to inspired by accomplished women who exemplify resilience and commitment\, connect with other energy and environmental professionals\, and celebrate the season. \nAgenda:\n5:30 Networking\n6:00 Welcome and introductions\nPanel discussion\nParticipant Q&A\n7:00 Closing remarks \nPanelists:\nDeborah ZartaGier\, GZA GeoEnvironmental\nAshlynn Callery-Baldwin\, Freedom Energy Logistics\nAlexis Charpentier\, Eversource Energy \nModerator:\nLaurel Boivin\, Flux+Flow Professional Coaching[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][mk_button size=”medium” url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-in-energy-and-environment-stories-of-resilience-and-success-tickets-1005144372877″ target=”_blank” align=”center” button_custom_width=”300″]Register Here[/mk_button][vc_empty_space height=”50″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1725414429859{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nNew Hampshire Chapter Sponsor \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10″][mk_clients style=”column” column=”1″ height=”150″ clients=”3463″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1725414475350{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nEvent Sponsor \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10″][mk_clients style=”column” column=”1″ height=”150″ clients=”10659″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://newiee.org/event/new-hampshire-chapter-week-event-stories-of-resilience-and-success/
LOCATION:GZA Environmental\, Inc\, 5 Commerce Park North\, Bedford\, NH\, 03110\, United States
CATEGORIES:New Hampshire Chapter,NEWIEE
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ORGANIZER;CN="NEWIEE":MAILTO:NEWIEE@NEWIEE.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T130000
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SUMMARY:NEWIEE Rising Professionals Committee Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1710675325399{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]You are invited to attend our monthly meet ups. Attendees have the opportunity to have a direct impact on the community of Rising Professionals within NEWIEE. We share\, listen\, and grow while discussing themes like imposter syndrome\, emotional intelligence\, leadership styles and so much more. \nGet to know others within the industry by sharing successes or challenges\, plan future events\, and participate in professional development conversations. Occasionally we even invite guest speakers for a presentation or advice. \nWe look forward to seeing you at our next meet up! \nThe meeting reoccurs the fourth Friday of each month from noon-1pm. Note: these meetings are not recorded.\nClick here to join the meeting. \nYour Rising Professional Co-Chairs Grace and Tiffany! \n  \nTiffany Hawco\, CHMM\, Environmental Compliance Specialist\, Eversource\nGrace Fletcher\, Renewable Energy Program Coordinator\, Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][mk_page_section min_height=”0″ sidebar=”sidebar-1″][vc_column][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner][vc_separator color=”custom” el_width=”30″ accent_color=”#189c8e”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688408979237{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nSpeakers\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1561121272600{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nPanelists:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21515″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688345433277{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Maria Belen Power\nUndersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity\nMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Maria’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nMaria Belen Power grew up in Nicaragua in the aftermath of the revolution. She most recently served as the Assistant Executive Director of GreenRoots\, a community-based organization dedicated to improving and enhancing the urban environment and public health in Chelsea. The city has some of the worst air pollution in the state\, predisposing residents to higher rates of cardiovascular disease and respiratory ailments\, including some of the highest rates of COVID-19 of any Massachusetts community. Power oversaw GreenRoots’ environmental justice campaigns and supported the work of the organizing team. She was appointed by President Biden to serve on the newly established White House Environmental Justice Advisory Council. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology from Augsburg University\, a Master of Public Policy from Tufts University\, and a Certificate in Non-Profit Management and Leadership from the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21527″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1689523544756{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Doria Brown\nEnergy Manager\nCity of Nashua – Sustainability[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Doria’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nDoria is the first ever Energy Manager for the City of Nashua. She is an emerging energy professional bringing seven years of experience to the community she serves. Doria specializes in Energy Portfolio Management\, Renewable Energy Project Management\, and Greenhouse Gas Accounting. Doria has a Bachelor of Science from Franklin Pierce University in Environmental Science with a concentration in Chemistry and Hydrology. She is a strong believer in climate change and that it is the responsibility of all generations to act now so that we will not be regretful later. When she is not working in the City\, Doria enjoys making short form video content on her Earth Stewardess Platform\, tending to her indoor vegetable garden\, and binging Netflix. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21512″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688345800951{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Nikki Bruno\nVice President\, Clean Technologies\nEversource[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Nikki’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nNikki is the Vice President of Clean Technologies in Eversource’s gas business unit. She is responsible for advancing clean technologies within the Eversource gas business portfolio to help achieve Eversource’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030\, as well as supporting required statewide emissions reductions in Connecticut and Massachusetts. \nAs part of her role\, Nikki evaluates the feasibility of clean technologies\, such as renewable natural gas\, geothermal energy\, methane reduction and hydrogen\, and manages the development and execution of projects incorporating those clean technologies. She plays a lead role in policy efforts regarding the future of natural gas and other strategic initiatives that help Eversource provide safe\, reliable\, and clean energy to meet its customers’ needs. In addition\, Nikki oversees marketing\, customer connections\, and major account management across Eversource’s gas business\, which includes traditional and clean technology offerings. Prior to this role\, Nikki was Eversource’s Director of Clean Technologies. \nBefore joining Eversource\, Nikki was a Project Director of Business Development for Enbridge. She was responsible for the development of new natural gas transmission ventures\, services\, and related energy projects in the Northeast region. She also managed the Enbridge commercial relationship with National Grid. Earlier in her career\, Nikki held environmental permitting positions of increasing responsibility with Enbridge’s predecessor company\, Spectra Energy\, and worked as an environmental consultant specializing in ecological and health risk assessments. \nNikki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Trinity College and a Master of Business Administration degree from the F.W. Olin School of Business at Babson College. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21510″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1689341266189{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nSarah Haggerty\nConservation Biologist and GIS Manager\nMaine Audubon \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Sarah’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nSarah Haggerty is a Conservation Biologist/GIS Manager for Maine Audubon where she works on a variety of different projects. These include projects associated with aquatic and terrestrial habitat connectivity\, insect population declines\, policy review and advocacy\, and most frequently these days – projects associated with renewable energy. As the lead author on Maine Audubon’s 2019 publication\, Renewable Energy and Wildlife in Maine\, she had an opportunity to dive into the literature to help the public understand the potential impacts to wildlife and their habitats from the siting\, construction\, and operations of renewable energy infrastructure as well as impact avoidance techniques. She also oversaw the development of Maine Audubon’s Renewable Energy Siting Tool which aims to provide resources developers and decision-makers the information they need to locate solar and land-based wind projects in areas that avoid or minimize negative impacts to important wildlife habitats. She was a member of the state’s Environment and Wildlife Working Group for the Maine Offshore Wind Initiative and currently sits on the Advisory Board for the Maine Offshore Wind Research Consortium. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowdoin College with a major in biology\, and a Master of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Conservation from the University of Maine in Amherst. Prior to joining Maine Audubon\, she worked for 10 years at the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program where she worked as a regulator for two years and a landscape-scale project manager for many more. \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21511″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688345716236{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Rachel Pachter\nChief Development Officer\nVineyard Wind & Vineyard Offshore[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Rachel’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nRachel Pachter has over twenty years of experience in U.S. offshore wind development. Rachel leads Vineyard Offshore’s team conducting early-stage activities including technical development\, permitting\, environmental activities\, and community engagement. Rachel led and finalized the approval of the first two offshore wind farms in federal waters of the United States\, including Vineyard Wind 1\, which is now under construction. Rachel navigates the projects she works on through complex regulatory paths at the federal\, state\, and local levels. She engages with critical stakeholder groups to reach agreements essential to the success of the project and the local host communities. Rachel is consistently ranked in global lists of wind energy leaders. Rachel has a degree in Geology from the University of Alaska. \nRachel was recently quoted in a lead business article in the New York Times on the significance of this moment in history for US offshore wind: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/27/business/energy-environment/marthas-vineyard-wind-farm-massachusetts.html#commentsContainer \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1656941045572{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]\nModerator:\n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-2 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-3 vc_col-xs-6″][vc_single_image image=”21396″ img_size=”170×170″ alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″ offset=”vc_col-md-10 vc_col-sm-offset-0 vc_col-xs-offset-2 vc_col-xs-8″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1688346038998{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Sue Kaplan\nFounder\, Sustainable Futures Consulting\nAdjunct Faculty\, University of New Hampshire[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][mk_toggle title=”Sue’s Bio” el_class=”bio-toggle”]\nSue Kaplan is the Founder of Sustainable Futures Consulting. Her firm collaborates with business and institutional leaders to create and integrate their brand values\, strategic communications\, and sustainability practices. Client engagements include developing a brand and marketing platform for a suicide detection technology startup\, facilitating the merger of three groups for a Dartmouth research institute\, and stepping in as an interim communications executive for a national action tank. \nSue also teaches in the University of New Hampshire’s Sustainability Dual Major and is the faculty lead for the B Impact Clinic\, training undergraduates to work with the B Impact Assessment to consult with business clients that are working to become a certified B Corp or supercharging their sustainability practices. \nPrior to consulting\, Sue worked with leaders in federal and state government\, a global corporation\, and nonprofit healthcare systems\, typically managing large projects\, leading strategic communication teams\, bringing stakeholders together\, and busting silos. Her favorite roles include pioneering work in corporate sustainability at Polaroid Corporation and marketing leadership in Massachusetts’ Department of Energy Resources. \nSue’s purpose is to communicate\, collaborate\, and connect people and their ideas to spark sustainable impact\, fulfillment\, and stewardship for a thriving planet. Her volunteer roles align with her purpose\, as a member of NH Businesses for Social Responsibility’s Measure What Matters committee and an advocate on democracy\, climate\, and a just transition for the future. \nSue graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy\, earned a B.A. from Northwestern University and an M.B.A from Simmons University’s School of Management. She adores her husband and two adult sons\, border collie and cats\, as well as friends\, and soon-to-be new friends and associates. Best of all\, she’s out in the woods everyday with her dog! \n[/mk_toggle][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/mk_page_section]
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