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A strong team of industry experts.

Tackling the world's toughest resource challenges is the shared purpose that connects us as an organization - and transcends the bottom-line.

  • Abi C.

    Director of Human Resources

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    Abi C.

    Director of Human Resources

    As the Director of Human Resources, Abi helps manage and streamline HR functions for Ecology Action, including organizational development, employee training and development, DEI initiatives, compensation and benefits and retention strategies.
  • Anastassya 'Stassya' Z.

    Program Coordinator ll

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    Anastassya 'Stassya' Z.

    Program Coordinator ll

    As a program coordinator for youth programs, Stassya schedules, coordinates, and implements the Bike and Walk Smart programs in schools across Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Santa Clara Counties. She loves to teach youth how to navigate their communities by bike and on foot safely. Stassya is a graduate of UC Santa Cruz with a BA in Environmental Studies and a BA in Anthropology.

  • Callie M.

    Program Coordinator ll

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    Callie M.

    Program Coordinator ll

    As a Program Coordinator and Youth Educator for Ecology Action’s youth programs, Callie plans and implements pedestrian and bicycle safety education as well as environmental education. Callie enjoys giving presentations, running Bike Rodeos, and collaborating with other community program staff. Callie is a graduate of UC Santa Cruz and holds a BA in Psychology and Education. She commutes to work on her bike and enjoys gardening, rollerblading, and making jewelry in her free time.

  • Daniel C.

    Technical Sales Manager

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    Daniel C.

    Technical Sales Manager

  • Emily G.

    Resilient Central Coast Program Specialist

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    Emily G.

    Resilient Central Coast Program Specialist

    As a Program Specialist, Emily engages Central Coast residents with household actions they can take to reduce carbon emissions and increase community resilience to climate change, and she manages a regional action-tracking web platform. Emily graduated from Oberlin college with a BA in studio art, and from Scripps Institution of Oceanography with a masters in marine biodiversity and conservation.

  • Emily P.

    Grants and Development Specialist

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    Emily P.

    Grants and Development Specialist

    As the Grants and Development Specialist, Emily supports fundraising for the Community Programs teams which advance climate solutions for individuals and communities in sustainable transportation, water conservation and climate action. Emily focuses on securing grants and expanding the individual donor base to ensure Ecology Action’s initiatives have the long-term funds to continue making a positive impact. Emily is a graduate of UC Berkeley with a BA in Global Studies with an Economic Development emphasis.

  • Erin H.

    Corporate Compliance Manager

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    Erin H.

    Corporate Compliance Manager

    As Senior Corporate Compliance Manager for Ecology Action, Erin manages EA’s contracting process, insurance policies, risk mitigation, and regulatory filings. Erin is a Kentucky native, having graduated from the University of Kentucky. Erin also has a J.D. from Cardozo School of Law in New York City.

  • Jamie A.

    Operations Director, Community Programs

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    Jamie A.

    Operations Director, Community Programs

    As Community Programs Operations Director, Jamie supports the health and wellbeing of the Community Programs leadership and teams in our collective work to provide positive and impactful climate action pathways for our region’s communities while supporting the team’s strategic vision to expand program services and areas served. His portfolio includes planning, electric vehicles, water conservation, adult bike programming, youth programming, and the Community Action Campaign. Jamie holds a graduate degree in Marine, Estuarine & Environmental Sciences with an emphasis in ethology.

  • Jennifer A.

    Advanced Accounts Payable Coordinator

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    Jennifer A.

    Advanced Accounts Payable Coordinator

    As the Advanced Accounts Payable Coordinator, Jennifer will be helping the Finance team wrangle expense reports, invoices and credit card receipts as well as getting all those payments out to vendors.

  • John P.

    Vice President of Innovation

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    John P.

    Vice President of Innovation

    As Vice President of Innovation, John designs, directs and manages processes for innovation and strategy development that lead to new growth opportunities for the organization. John has been with Ecology Action since 2008, where he began his career as an Energy Efficiency Specialist.

  • Jordynn D.

    Transportation Justice Coordinator

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    Jordynn D.

    Transportation Justice Coordinator

    As a transportation justice coordinator, Jordynn works with the Ecology Action’s Electric Vehicle Equity team to promote EV education and provide 1:1 on assistance for community members in EA’s purchase guidance program. In addition to working with the EV Equity team, Jordynn has also been lucky enough to work with other departments, including Ecology Action’s Development department, the Water Division, and the Adult Bike team.

    Jordynn is a UC Santa Cruz alumni with a BA in Environmental Studies and Feminist Studies with a focus on representation and power.

  • Julie P.

    Program Manager

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    Julie P.

    Program Manager

    As a Construction Project Manager, Julie manages a suite of projects within our Energy team. Those projects include automatic door closers, HVAC & ARC and lighting upgrades. Julie is a graduate of East Carolina University and she recently obtained her Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

  • Koralie H.

    Construction Project Manager

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    Koralie H.

    Construction Project Manager

    As a Construction Project Manager in the Construction Services Division of Taper, Koralie manages subcontractor scopes and schedules to implement energy saving work in grocery stores throughout California and the Pacific Northwest. This work includes refrigeration case modifications such as component cleaning, modification, and the addition of case doors to drastically reduce the electrical load and carbon impact. Prior to joining Ecology Action and Taper, Koralie worked for 17 years in the Solar Industry and brings her construction management and technical expertise to the team.

  • Lucy K.

    Program Coordinator II

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    Lucy K.

    Program Coordinator II

    As a Program Coordinator for Ecology Action’s youth programs team, Lucy provides bike and walk to school safety education to students and families across Santa Cruz County. They love creating community and building confidence in youth through teaching active transportation. Lucy graduated from Western Washington University with a BS in Community Health and a minor in Spanish.

  • Matt M.

    Program Specialist

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    Matt M.

    Program Specialist

    As Sr. Program Specialist for Ecology Action’s adult bike team, Matt manages, plans and implements a suite of programs designed to promote and support biking for everyday trips in Santa Cruz County. These programs include Bike Month, UCSC – Slugbikelife, EA Sustainable Transportation Membership, Go Santa Cruz E-Bike Rebate Program, and bike commuter workshops with the City of Santa Cruz and the Regional Transportation Commission.
    Matt is a graduate of UC Santa Cruz and holds a BA in Environmental Studies, with an emphasis in natural history and environmental education.
  • Mimi M.

    Safe Routes to School Educator and Program Coordinator II

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    Mimi M.

    Safe Routes to School Educator and Program Coordinator II

    Mimi is proud to support her local community with the Monterey County Team for our community programs as a school coordinator and Program Coordinator II. Mimi works as an educator for both the Bike and Walk Smart programs, teaching 5th graders bike safety rules and skills and 2nd graders how to walk safely on our streets. These programs aim to reduce emissions by preparing our youth to find alternative modes of transportation for a healthier future. Mimi is an alumni of CSU Long Beach and holds a BA in Communication Studies.

  • Rachel P.

    Digital Marketing Manager

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    Rachel P.

    Digital Marketing Manager

    Rachel is a Midwest native with a West Coast vibe. She comes to Ecology Action with a depth of marketing experience and brings her skills for storytelling and social media to the marketing team. As the Digital Marketing Manager, Rachel is tasked with bringing the mission of Ecology Action alive on the web and in all communication efforts. Rachel finds her inspiration on two feet and is always searching for the best roads or trails to run.

  • Scott F.

    Director of Business Strategy

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    Scott F.

    Director of Business Strategy

    Scott coordinates with clients, utilities, and partners to develop innovative efficiency solutions that combine best-available project funding opportunities with expert installation, material sourcing, incentive administration and project management. Scott is a LEED Accredited Professional and a graduate of Humboldt State University with a BS in Natural Resources Planning & Design and a minor in Appropriate Technology.

  • Sebastien G.

    Program Specialist: EV Promotion and Canvassing

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    Sebastien G.

    Program Specialist: EV Promotion and Canvassing

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    Program Specialist: EV Promotion and Canvassing, Sebastien provides 1:1 EV purchase guidance to Central Coast residents, tables community events, and supports the EVs For Everyone Program through various capacity-building projects. Sebastien is a graduate of Boston University and holds a BA in Political Science and a BFA in Acting. He is both trilingual and a triple threat, since he can speak English, French, and Chinese as well as act, sing, and dance!

  • Stan P.

    Senior Software Engineer

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    Stan P.

    Senior Software Engineer

    As a Software Engineer on the Ecology Actions Business Informatics team, Stan helps build the software tools and processes that Ecology Action uses to serve its customers, partners and community. He enjoys using the latest technology to solve problems and enable others to do their best work.

  • Tari N.

    Grant Accountant

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    Tari N.

    Grant Accountant

  • Tatiana B.

    Director of Marketing Strategy

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    Tatiana B.

    Director of Marketing Strategy