Amanda Hoster is a recent graduate of the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University, where she completed her Master of Environmental Management, focusing on Business and Sustainability. During her time at the Nicholas School, Amanda worked on projects covering a wide variety of sustainability issues, but her primary research addressed the use of sustainable materials within the apparel industry.

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Elizabeth Peterson, ISSP-SA, is a M.A. candidate in Sustainability at Hofstra University, on track to graduate in May 2018 upon completion and approval of her master’s thesis on ESG Reporting.  Her research explores sustainability reporting methods and frameworks to eliminate greenwashing and strengthen the comprehensive and comparable analysis of reports between multi-national corporations.  

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Sara Rosner is particularly focused on working with investors to understand and leverage environmental, social and governance (ESG) impacts in order to create value and ensure long-term growth. Sara’s strengths include delivering innovative results surrounding strategic investor and stakeholder engagement, ESG research and data analysis, corporate sustainability and project management.

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Alan Stautz is an undergraduate senior at the University of Michigan majoring in Environmental Science and Political Science. The focus of his coursework is on the development of successful environmental protection policies, a path he hopes to continue in Law School. Following the completion of his legal education, Alan plans to pursue the implementation of sustainability solutions, specifically renewable energy development. Read More

Cher Xue recently earned her Master’s degree in Environmental Management from Duke University, Nicholas School of the Environment. She was graduated from University of Minnesota, Twin Cities with a B.S. in Environmental Sciences. Her background is in energy technologies, environmental science, sustainability strategy and system analysis.

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Alvis Yuen is a recent graduate of the City College of New York, earning his Master’s degree for Sustainability in the Urban Environment. His interest in the interaction of the environment and business interest began during his undergraduate studies at NYU where Alvis pursued dual majors in biochemistry and economics. This background allows him to understand the more technical aspects of sustainability problems as well as their economic implications.

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Ling Qin earned her Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs. Through her academic training and professional experience in the environmental science and energy system, she has developed good understanding of the environmental and energy markets. Her interests include renewable energy, impact investing and public finance. Read More

Sihui (Olivia) Wang  is a second year graduate student at New York University, School of Professional Studies, graduating August 2017. She is studying Integrated Marketing, with a focus on Marketing Analytics.

Originally from China, Wang speaks in Mandarin and English. She obtained a Bachelor of General Administration from Shenzhen University (SZU) in Shenzhen, China, where she worked as the Vice Minister for the English Association from 2011 to 2013.

Wang is passionate about analytics, marketing, as well as sustainable development. Read More

Julia Casciotti is an MPH Candidate at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health with a concentration in environmental health sciences. Her interests lie at the intersection between energy and public health, with a focus on how reporting can serve as a regulatory tool to improve industry accountability, and lessen the adverse health and environmental impacts of energy production. Julia received a B.A. in English and Environmental Policy from the College of William and Mary in 2012. Read More

Kristina Jette Mullen is a MBA graduate from Simmons School of Management.  She graduated in May 2015 with a concentration in sustainability and business strategy. Kristina obtained her B.S. from Boston University Questrom School of Business. Her career expands across accounting, marketing and client relations, including two years of international work experience in London. As part of her MBA curriculum, Kristina worked as a MBA Sustainability Metrics Consultant for Greyston Bakery throughout the summer of 2014. Read More

Alvis Yuen is G&A's Team Leader, Sustainability Research Analyst. He is a graduate student studying Sustainability at CCNY. Yuen's experience in research laboratories and startups motivated him to explore the positive role industry can play. His interests are in energy, transportation, and urban development. Yuen earned a BA from NYU, with majors in biochemistry and economics. Read More

Tania Apicella is an MBA candidate at Rutgers Business School, graduating in May 2015. In addition to her studies, she is a Student Representative for the Advisory Board of Rutgers’ Institute for Ethical Leadership and served as the 2013-14 President of Rutgers’ Net Impact Chapter. She is also currently working at The Saul Steinberg Foundation as an Administrative and Research Associate. She received her BA in History of Art from Haverford College. Her interests include sustainability in the arts and culture sector, social entrepreneurship and urban economic development. Read More

Reuben is a dual degree masters student at Bard College, working towards an M.S. in Environmental Policy and an M.B.A. in Sustainability. His work experience has focused around start-up businesses, and this has developed his passion for operations and business development. He also has interests in energy policy and urban development.  Read More

John Rovetto graduated Cum Laude in the spring of 2014 from William Paterson University of New Jersey with a B.S. in Business Management. While attending, he was enrolled in the Business Honors College and authored a thesis concerning the economic sustainability of multichannel retail corporations.  Read More

Qi (Ella) Chen is a MPA candidate at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA). She is doing a concentration in Energy and Environment, and a specialization in Advanced Policy and Economic Analysis. Currently at Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc., Ella is working as a GRI analyst intern, analyzing sustainability trends in the world. At Columbia University, She is the CSR Chair of the SIPA Net Impact. Read More

Yekta Karimi is a current Masters of International Affairs candidate at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs. She is concentrating in international finance and economic policy with a specialization in management and is certified in Nonprofit Leadership and Management through the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance as well as through GRI. Yekta's background is in nonprofit management, impact investing, and public/private partnership work. Read More

Katie Mencke has over 10 years of combined experience in engineering and consulting in capital-intensive industry. She is interested in driving the transformation of industrial practices to reduce negative impacts on society and environment. Her skills and experience include complex data analysis and synthesis, gap analysis, performance improvement, and capital planning. She currently holds both a BS (Miami University - 2002) and MS (The Georgia Institute of Technology - 2004) in Paper Science and Engineering. She will complete her MBA in Sustainability at Bard College in May 2015. Read More

In the fall of 2012, Avetik Amyan graduated Brooklyn College with a B.S. in Accounting (CPA eligible). Avetik Amyan was recognized and honored in the dean’s list during his honorary years in college, where he graduated at the top of his class. Read More

Jamie Reinhardt is currently a full time MBA candidate in her first year at Baruch College, Zicklin School of Business. She has a double concentration in Sustainability and International Business and plans to put the skills gained in her program to good use while interning at the Governance and Accountability Institute.  Read More

David Master has a diverse background in the arts, education, and retail. An avid professional sculptor and painter, David founded an online art gallery, BenZev Fine Art LLC, in 2006, which ignited his passion for business development and strategy. This endeavor led him along the path to return to school to attend Baruch College’s Zicklin School of Business, where he is currently a candidate in the Full-Time Honors MBA program, class of 2013.  Read More

Michelle Thompson is a postdoc fellow supporting the Department of Energy (DOE) in the Office of Energy Policy Systems Analysis (EPSA).  She works on water-energy nexus projects, including the U.S.-Israel Integrated Energy and Desalination Design Challenge and the Water Resource Recovery Test-bed Network with NSF, EPA, and WERF. Read More