2023 Programs Committee

The Programs Committee organizes and implements education events for our community. Learn more about their work.

Illinois Green is currently seeking new volunteers to join the standing Programs Committee! Committee members will lead the selection, development and implementation of our monthly education programs that advance our strategic plan by volunteering time and expertise on the committee. Applications are open until October 17.

Apply for the 2024 Programs Committee

Jennifer Alvarado

Program Manager
Franklin Energy

Why I Volunteer

Anjana Dalal

Principal
ASD Consulting Inc.

Why I Volunteer

I continue to volunteer at Illinois Green because the environment / planet continues to be in dire straits and Illinois Green brings together a group of truly smart and passionate people who are pushing hard to move the needle on educating businesses and private citizens on how to create a more sustainable and healthy environment. The variety of topics which Illinois Green addresses is fascinating and better understanding how to use our available resources can change the world. My goal is to help make a difference in this journey.

Mohammad Heidarinejad

Assistant Professor
IIT

Why I Volunteer

Jason Meyering

Architect
Jason Meyering Architecture

Why I Volunteer

Conner Rettig

Solar Trade Ally Manager, Equity Eligible Contractors
Energy Solutions

Why I Volunteer

Sydney VanKuren

Senior Associate
MUSE Community + Design

Why I Volunteer

Illinois Green has a unique opportunity and responsibility to convene important discussions about the future of sustainable buildings and places. I would like to see the green building movement advance to the point where "green buildings" become just "buildings", and I believe the educational offerings of the Illinois Green programs committee is one of many ways we as sustainability professionals can advance that goal.

Kate Anderson

Executive Owner
Johnson Controls

Why I Volunteer

My vision for the Illinois Green Alliance is that it continues to be an organization that brings together people who have a common concern for nature and social justice that are eager and willing to take swift action towards net zero. I volunteer in hopes that I can advance sustainability initiatives in Illinois through fostering education about green technology and connecting people!

Tom Dietz

Associate
JNKA Architects

Why I Volunteer

Damon Henrikson

Director of Marketing
Made to Measure Metrology

Why I Volunteer

Daniel Moring

Project Manager
Slipstream

Why I Volunteer

Sophia Seol

Researcher
Slipstream

Why I Volunteer

Matthaios Aravosis

Land Development Manager, InSite Real Estate

Why I Volunteer

Allen Dusault

Senior Program Manager
Franklin Energy

Why I Volunteer

Illinois Green Alliance is one of the few forums in Illinois that actively promote and educate citizens and other interested stakeholders about issues of sustainability. With a focus on social justice, climate change and opportunities to reduce and transform our energy consumption, Illinois Green is open to all, and works hard to bring timely issues to participatory forums. By working with the Programs Committee, I feel I can add to the dialogue and provide suggestions on topics and issues that may be ignored or little recognized in other educational forums. It is all about making a difference, and I feel I can do that volunteering for Illinois Green.

Jason LaFleur

Sustainability Manager
GTI

Why I Volunteer

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Iwona Mroz

Architectural & Landscape Designer, Self-Employed

Why I Volunteer

Aditya Singh

Environmental Engineering Ph.D. Student, IIT

Why I Volunteer

Wayne Beals

Realtor & Broker
The Beals Group

Why I Volunteer

Getting traction to green building practices will take lots of sharing and networking. The membership of Illinois Green Alliance is the ultimate collection of sustainability professionals in the region. Being a member and being involved gives me a front row seat to emerging trends in the design and construction fields that will eventually change the residential real estate market. Illinois Green provides a valuable podium to bring information back to my Realtor colleagues.

Jill Farr

Project Manager, Sustainability
JLL

Why I Volunteer

Chelsea Lamar

Senior Manager
Reyes Holdings

Why I Volunteer

Janet Olson

Civic Principal
HDR

Why I Volunteer

Jed Starner

Commissioning Team
Technical Leader
Cyclone Energy Group

Why I Volunteer



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