Our Staff

Brian Imus

Executive Director
bimus@illinoisgreenalliance.org
(312) 245-8300 x.201

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As Executive Director, Brian utilizes his more than 15 years of nonprofit management experience to manage the operations and staff and develop the overall strategy for the organization.

Brian has been involved with environmental issues and sustainability since graduating with a degree in Planning, Public Policy and Management from the University of Oregon's School of Architecture. Prior to joining Illinois Green, he worked for the Public Interest Research Group in Michigan where he helped to coordinate a successful campaign to reduce mercury pollution from coal-fired power plants and worked to implement new legislation to combat urban sprawl.

Brian has testified before state legislative committees and authored several reports on a wide range of public interest issues. For example, his report Chemical Compliance, an analysis of toxics found in children's products, led to the national recall of a children's toy containing lead.

Contact Brian about sponsorship, getting involved, and partnerships.

Katie Kaluzny

LEED GA
Deputy Director
kkaluzny@illinoisgreenalliance.org
(312) 245-8300 x.202

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Katie directs and implements education programming, fosters organizational partnerships and collaborations, works with all staff on their program goals, and oversees day to day activities of the organization.

Before Illinois Green, Katie worked for the Chicago Department of Environment leading volunteer, intern and education programs at the Chicago Center for Green Technology (CCGT) for two years. And for four years, led the volunteer programs at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in Lincoln Park.

Outside of work, Katie serves on the Village of Brookfield's Board of Trustees. She started her love of the outdoors, nature and the environment mowing lawns and pulling weeds at a lawn care service and on the grounds crew at University of Michigan.

Contact Katie about partnerships, education programs, industry connections, general green building questions, and ideas about how to save the world.

Kindy Kruller

AICP, LEED AP
Senior Program Manager
kkruller@illinoisgreenalliance.org
(312) 245-8300 x.206

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Kindy joined Illinois Green in late 2023. As the Senior Program Manager, she leads the Building Energy Resource Hub’s programs and partnerships.

Before joining the Illinois Green team, Kindy was a Director at MUSE Community + Design leading municipal planning projects. Prior to joining MUSE, Kindy worked in multiple roles at Cook County, which included managing a suite of innovative workforce development programs and designing county-wide stakeholder engagement efforts to guide more than $70 million in capital investments. Over her career she has managed a diverse array of programs including LEED building certification, community sustainability plans, capital planning, land use approvals, and interagency collaboration.
Kindy enjoys spending time with her family and exploring all that the Chicago region has to offer.

Kindy is an avid native gardener and volunteers as a Natural Area steward at Portage Park, where she is leading the creation of a children’s nature play area with the community.

Contact Kindy about Hub educational programs and partnership opportunities.

Miranda Wright

LEED AP BD+C, RA
Education & Engagement Manager
mwright@illinoisgreenalliance.org
(312) 245-8300 x.203

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Miranda joined Illinois Green in 2023. As the Education & Engagement Manager, she leads educational strategy for building professionals, builds partnerships, and oversees additional programs.

Before joining the Illinois Green team, Miranda was a Senior Project Architect at Hartshorne Plunkard Architects managing projects from schematic design to construction administration. Additionally, she ran the Green Team of the firm to provide resources for the office to implement more sustainable designs and practices.

Miranda enjoys tending her vegetable garden during the summer and winning bowling leagues during the winter. She looks forward to warmer months to indulge in hiking and camping around the United States.

Contact Miranda about partnerships & education events.

Matt Watson

Communications & Engagement Manager
mwatson@illinoisgreenalliance.org
(312) 245-8300 x.205

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Matt joined Illinois Green in early 2024 as the Communications and Engagement Manager, where he oversees the organization’s audience development, outreach, and communications initiatives.

Before joining the Illinois Green team, Matt was the Global Cities Communications Officer at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. In this role, he expanded the reach and influence of the Council’s Global Cities program by building collaborative partnerships with international urban stakeholders. Previously, he was a Contributing Writer at Green Building & Design magazine, where he investigated best practices and new techniques in sustainable development.

Matt is an avid bicyclist and outdoor enthusiast, and in his free time enjoys hiking, camping, and spending summer days on Chicago’s beautiful lakefront. He’s also passionate about food and loves to cook as well as explore new restaurants in Chicago and around the country.

Contact Matt about Illinois Green Alliance's and the Building Energy Resource Hub outreach and communications strategies.

Twyla Neely-Streit

Education & Operations Associate
tneelystreit@illinoisgreenalliance.org
(312) 245-8300 x.204

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In her role, Twyla coordinates Illinois Green’s educational events and partner programming opportunities. She provides support to Illinois Green’s membership network, and works closely with Illinois Green’s volunteer-based committees to help implement their events and initiatives.

While completing her B.S. in environmental science at DePaul University, Twyla researched lead contamination in soil and community health. After graduating, she researched ecology and evolution through Stuart Lab at Loyola University.

Twyla spends as much of her time outdoors as possible and loves to read or play games with friends at Montrose Beach. She is passionate about her home region of Southern Illinois and is interested in fostering community around environmental goals.

Contact Twyla about membership, joining the Programs Committee, and the Illinois Green Schools Project.

Ryan Wilmington

LEED GA
Policy & Communications Associate
rwilmington@illinoisgreenalliance.org
(312) 245-8300 x.207

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Ryan joined Illinois Green Alliance in summer 2023 as the Policy and Communications Associate. He works to advance building decarbonization policy, promote net zero buildings, and support communications & marketing efforts.

Before joining the team, Ryan worked at the Cook County Forest Preserve as a Policy Fellow. In this role, he researched and developed Forest Preserve policy across a variety of subjects including sustainability, equity, and more. Previously, he interned with the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative and Illinois PIRG. He is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago with a Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy.

Ryan is a bookworm, a soccer fanatic, and an avid concert go-er. During his time off, he can be found spending time with his girlfriend at the local Forest Preserves. Even in his free time, he loves to learn more about building a more sustainable world.

Contact Ryan about local building decarbonization efforts, getting connected to building policy, and our blog.

Want to work with us?

Learn more about our team culture and see open positions & internships on our Careers page.

Media Inquiries

For media inquiries, please contact Matt Watson - mwatson@illinoisgreenalliance.org



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