About ICLEILocal Governments for Sustainability USAICLEIUSA_294a8a68-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de9ICLEI USA Staff Michael SchmitzExecutive DirectorMonica GilchristDeputy Executive Director Patrice "Pete" ParsonsDirector of External AffairsDon KnappCommunications & Marketing DirectorEli YewdallProgram Officer, Member Support & TrainingAmruta SudhalkarProgram Officer, Member Support & TrainingJ.R. KilligrewProgram Officer, Member Support & TrainingBrian Holland, AICPClimate Programs DirectorMike SteinhoffSenior Program Officer, Climate ProgramsMonica GilchristDeputy Executive Director, OperationsDawna LiangFinance OfficerCasey JohnstonDirector, Renewable EnergyRiana AckleyProgram Officer, Renewable EnergyChristina AshtaryCommunications Officer, Renewable EnergyNancy QuirkProgram Officer, Renewable EnergyChad TudenggongbuProgram Officer, Renewable EnergyICLEI USA Board of Directors The ICLEI USA Board of Directors is a body of local leaders from across the country, including mayors and county executives representing each region, as well as global representatives. The Board helps drive the organization strategically and ensures that ICLEI’s value to its local government members continues to meet and exceed expectations. We extend our deepest appreciation to our Board of Directors Patrick Henry HaysChair of the Board -- Mayor, City of North Little Rock, AR Jeb BrugmannPresident -- ICLEI Founder, Sustainability Strategist Salud CarbajalFirst Vice President -- Board of Supervisors, Santa Barbara County, CA Valerie BrownTreasurer -- Board of Supervisors, District One, Sonoma County, CA Michael SchmitzSecretary -- ICLEI USA Executive Director Frank CownieBoard Member -- Mayor, City of Des Moines, IAPam O'ConnorBoard Member -- Mayor, City of Santa Monica, CAMichael A. NutterBoard Member -- Mayor, City of Philadelphia, PAHenrietta DavisBoard Member -- Mayor, City of Cambridge, MAPegeen HanrahanBoard Member -- Former Mayor, City of Gainesville, FLHarvey RuvinBoard Member -- Clerk of the Courts, Miami-Dade County, FLICLEI USA Executive Committee- Chair: Mayor Patrick Henry Hays - President: Jeb Brugmann - First VP: Supervisor Salud Carbajal - Treasurer: Supervisor Valerie Brown - Secretary: Michael Schmitz -Pegeen HanrahanICLEI USA Policy Council- Chair: Mayor Patrick Henry Hays - Secretary: Michael Schmitz - Mayor Frank Cownie - Mayor Henrietta Davis - Mayor Michael Nutter - Mayor Pam O’Connor - Clerk Harvey Ruvin ICLEI North America Regional Executive Committee (RexCom)- Mayor Patrick Henry Hays (Chair) - Councilmember Pam O’Connor (Vice-chair) - Mayor Frank Cownie (GexCom Rep) - Supervisor Salud Carbajal - Rob Kerr _294a8ca2-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de9To help local governments achieve measurable results faster_294a8dce-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de9ExperienceICLEI USA is the recognized leader in local sustainability. We are the only organization that offers a comprehensive approach to help your local government achieve its sustainability, climate protection, and clean energy goals. We set national standards and drive innovation.LeadershipBe counted among the sustainability leaders by joining the ICLEI network. Our local government members -- 1,000 worldwide -- are sharing solutions and helping one another stay connected to the explosion of local sustainability innovation.ResultsWant to reduce GHG emissions and improve air quality? Save energy or expand clean energy? Develop a sustainability plan or measure your progress? Access our cutting-edge tools, trainings, technical support, and networks -- designed to save you time and money.Local GovernmentsSupport local governments_294a8e96-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de91Local GovernmentsMunicipal ProfessionalsSustainability ProfessionalsSupporting All Local Governments -- Joining ICLEI as a local government member is the most cost-effective option to help you reach your goals. But many ICLEI resources are available to any municipal or sustainability professional: Capacity, Knowledge, Information & Best PracticesBuild capacity and knowledge and share information and best practices_294a8f68-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de91.1Skills trainings to build capacity and knowledge quickly, and webinars to share information and best practicesConnections & SharingConnect local government peers and other sustainability professionals to share challenges and solutions._294a9044-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de91.2Local Government Peers Sustainability Professionals Networks that allow you to connect with local government peers and other sustainability professionals to share challenges and solutions.Online Resource LibraryProvide toolkits and resources in our online resource library, including case studies and guidance documents_294a9116-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de91.3Free toolkits and resources in our online resource library, including case studies and guidance documentsE-NewsletterPublish the ICLEI Connection e-newsletter_294a91fc-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de91.4The ICLEI Connection e-newsletter, filled with sustainability resources and opportunitiesRegional Planning OrganizationsSupport regional planning organizations_294a92e2-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de92Regional Planning AgenciesCouncils of Government Metropolitan Planning OrganizationsRegional planning agencies, councils of government, and metropolitan planning organizations can become affiliates of ICLEI USA. Regional planning agencies, councils of governments and metropolitan planning organizations looking to provide a deeper, more comprehensive and integrated set of services to their municipal members in support of sustainability and climate initiatives can join ICLEI USA as a Regional Planning Affiliate. Many of ICLEI’s tools, resources and services are available to regional planning professionals as a way to build mutual capacity to support local governments in their efforts and to tackle cross-jurisdictional sustainability issues._294a93dc-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de9Consultants & Strategic PartnersSupport consultants and strategic partners_294a9526-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de93Sustainability ConsultantsEnvironmental ConsultantsNonprofits Universities Government AgenciesIn addition to helping local governments, ICLEI is here to support the sustainability and environmental consultants, nonprofits, universities, government agencies, and others who in turn support local governments. _294a962a-be47-11e2-81a7-ae7275128de92013-05-16http://www.icleiusa.org/about-icleiOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net