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Green Thumbs

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.

  • Anastassya 'Stassya' Z.

    Program Coordinator ll - Youth Programs

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    Anastassya 'Stassya' Z.

    Program Coordinator ll - Youth Programs

    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.

  • Angel R

    EV Charging Customer Advisor – Project Manager

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    Angel R

    EV Charging Customer Advisor – Project Manager

    As EV Customer Advisor/Project Manager for Ecology Action’s EV Charging Division, Angel contacts multi-family residences and small business owners in our North Coast, and promotes EV charging to underserved communities to prepare them for our quickly arriving future in California when gas cars will no longer be sold. Angel has BA in Culture, Ecology and Sustainable Community from New College of California and an MA from Sonoma State University in Sustainable Communities with an emphasis on Sustainable Living.

  • Callie M.

    Office Manager

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    Callie M.

    Office Manager

    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.

  • Edwina M.

    Program Coordinator II: Planning

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    Edwina M.

    Program Coordinator II: Planning

    As a Program Coordinator II with Ecology Action’s Transportation and Planning Team, Edwina manages and implements diverse sustainable projects, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach to address transportation challenges in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties. These initiatives leverage her academic background in Sociology from UCSC to pioneer innovative solutions that foster healthier communities for all.

  • Emily P.

    Senior Grants and Development Specialist

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    Emily P.

    Senior 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.

  • Gino G.

    Program Specialist - Planning

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    Gino G.

    Program Specialist - Planning

  • Jasmine Castillo R.

    Senior Program Specialist - Clean CA

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    Jasmine Castillo R.

    Senior Program Specialist - Clean CA

    As Program Specialist, Jasmine manages, plans and implements community programs for Alisal in Salinas and Green Valley Road in Watsonville. This is all made possible by Ecology Action’s new Clean California Grant which works to help residents of each community build pride and ownership in their communities and allow residents to live a healthier lifestyle. Some of the Clean California projects include Community Walking Groups, Walking School Busses and Family Fun Events. Jasmine is a graduate of UC Santa Cruz and holds a BA in Environmental Studies.

  • Jeanne L.

    Strategic Fund Development Director

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    Jeanne L.

    Strategic Fund Development Director

  • Koralie H.

    Budget and Operations Analyst

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    Koralie H.

    Budget and Operations Analyst

    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.

  • Leann L.

    Senior Program Specialist - Youth Programs

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    Leann L.

    Senior Program Specialist - Youth Programs

    As Program Specialist for Ecology Action’s Safe Routes to School Program in Monterey County, Leann supervises the Monterey County team’s Walk Smart and Bike Smart Program. Leann also leads all encouragement work for grants in Monterey County. Leann is an alumni of CSU Monterey Bay and Middlebury Institute of International Studies and holds a BA in Environmental Studies and an MA in International Environmental Policy.

  • Matty M.

    Human Resources Business Partner

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    Matty M.

    Human Resources Business Partner

    As part of the Human Resources team, Matty supports EA by partnering with the Taper team to ensure efficient operations and aims to provide an outstanding employee experience. This includes recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, process improvement, HR compliance, DEI initiatives, culture initiatives, performance management, and strategy.

  • Sarah S.

    Creative Director

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    Sarah S.

    Creative Director

    Sarah is a California native and creative problem-solver. She thrives on working with folks who get excited about the big picture and has had the good fortune to design for good with clients including the San Francisco Bay Trail, Peninsula Clean Energy, Metropolitan Transportation Commission and San Francisco Human Services Agency. She serves as head of design for Ecology Action, responsible for strategy, integration, and execution of all branding and design activities.

  • Stacey B.

    Payroll Specialist / General Accountant

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    Stacey B.

    Payroll Specialist / General Accountant

    Stacey is joining EA as Payroll Administrator / General Accountant. Stacey has 14 years of accounting experience in San Francisco and spent 2 years as a volunteer for the Peace Corps in Moldova.
    Outside of work, she enjoys morning runs to Seabright beach with her husband Alan and dog Pace, and tending to their small vegetable garden. Most of her weekends are spent exploring Santa Cruz, trying new restaurants, visiting with family over the hill, or traveling to visit friends. She also enjoys volunteering as a CASA advocate and UCSC Panhellenic advisor.
    Stacey will be working remotely but will work from the Santa Cruz office most Tuesdays. Please stop by Accounting and introduce yourself.
  • Tari N.

    Grant Accountant

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    Tari N.

    Grant Accountant