Nik Balachandran is an electrical engineer-turned-entrepreneur who found his passion to keep trash out of the environment after encountering it during open water swimming and hiking expeditions all around the world. He founded Zabble in 2016 to help organizations reach zero waste by championing a novel waste measurement process and software platform using AI to … Read more
Stacy Savage is a powerhouse in zero waste consulting, corporate sustainability, and circular economy strategies. Known as the Texas Trash Talker, she has spent over 22 years revolutionizing waste reduction, partnering with major brands like Dell, Apple, AT&T, Nestlé, Kohler, Boston University, and the City of Austin to slash waste and boost sustainability. From 2003-2012, … Read more
Alison Cove is the Founder and CEO of USEFULL, the only tech-enabled, stainless steel takeout container solution for college and university campuses. Alison wholeheartedly believes that you “can’t solve a plastic problem with more plastic” so by merging technology with recycled stainless steel – USEFULL was born. She founded USEFULL to solve her own personal … Read more
Aneshai Smith is a mission-driven founder and social impact entrepreneur dedicated to solving systemic issues around food waste, food insecurity, and small business sustainability. She is the founder of GO See The City, a rising tech platform tackling the dual challenges of food waste and hunger through an AI-powered compliance system called Hariet.AI. It’s a … Read more
Alison Waliszewski is a policy strategist and coalition-builder with over 15 years of experience in environmental advocacy, nonprofit leadership, and community-based programming. She is the former Director of Policy and Programs at The 5 Gyres Institute, where she led national efforts to reduce plastic pollution, champion reuse systems, and pass microplastics legislation. Alison has chaired … Read more
I have earned two Master’s degrees and started my career working for environmental non-profit organizations focused on ocean conservation in the San Francisco Bay area. After a decade and a move back home to Indiana, I returned to my first love of animals and began working at a small animal veterinary hospital. I quickly realized … Read more
Sarah E. Johnson is a passionate nurse, devoted farmer and environmental stewardship professional, merging healthcare, agriculture and ecological responsibility to cultivate a healthier world where people and the planet flourish. She leads an award-winning environmental stewardship program at Providence St. Patrick hospital where she drives innovative approaches to reduce carbon emissions within the healthcare sector. … Read more
Stefan leads waste, circularity, and embodied carbons efforts for Google’s global real estate and operations. He partners with Google’s design, construction, food, and facilities team’s to bring safe and circular materials into Google’s ecosystem and maximize their lifespan. Previously, Stefan has worked in sustainability as a consultant, in the public sector, and for several green … Read more
Tony Selvaggio believes business models are the most effective way to tackle social challenges. He arrived in the U.S. in 2011 from his hometown in Venezuela, chasing the American dream with just a few hundred dollars in his pocket. He found a welcoming community in Tampa, FL, that gave him purpose.In 2014, Tony founded eSmart … Read more
Kevin is a seasoned energy and sustainability professional. He is currently leading NVIDIA’s energy and sustainability in operations. He has previously held and served engineering and management roles over his 15-year tenure in this industry. Organization:NVIDIATitle:Energy and Sustainability ManagerLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-ng-3736757/