Peter Kelley has designed and executed strategic campaigns for cleantech companies and leading energy and environmental non-profits for over 30 years. He overhauled and ran communications for the American wind energy industry for nearly eight years as Vice President for Public Affairs at AWEA, now American Clean Power.

Allison Lenthall is a skilled publicist and corporate liaison in both corporate and nonprofit sectors. She has top-level communications experience in solar power, hospital administration, and plant-based nutrition, with a specialty in community engagement.

Gisele McAuliffe is an accomplished public interest communicator who has designed marketing and advocacy programs for distinguished changemakers in the U.S. and abroad. She began as a journalist, then led communications for the American Red Cross Disaster Services and leading environmental nonprofits.

Alexis Phillips is a technical writer with real, first-hand experience who has lived and breathed renewables her entire career. With a Masters in Renewable Energy Engineering, she has over eight years of practical and academic experience in the renewable energy industry, and a history of project management for clean tech and solar microgrid startups.

Shawna has represented a multitude of sectors, including clean energy, sustainable technologies, biotech, agribusiness, associations, and media companies. Her work in highly regulated industries includes developing and implementing hyperlocal PR events, and educating lawmakers and regulators to achieve legislative goals.

Carolyn Clendenin is a savvy, creative, and mission-driven communications consultant with a passion for telling stories that drive impact. For the past decade, her work has centered around a core question: How do you tell your story in a way that compels people to listen? 

Jim Kelley works with clients and stakeholders to create relevant, insightful, and analytical content for leading publications and social media. He has worked on Capitol Hill, for start-ups, for Amazon’s AI program, and managing a retail store.

Elza Vucane has experience in communications, managing partnerships, and growing businesses. She has worked at the Latvian Embassy in Washington, D.C., the San Diego World Affairs Council, and in the tech industry. She completed the Terra.do climate fellowship in 2024.

Known for wearing many hats and thriving in any environment, Gina has a talent for crafting processes and procedures to streamline success. She started her career with over 15 years in international media sales, where she honed her skills in relationship-building and management and averaged over $3 million in annual sales.

Hope Brown, MSA, is founder and owner of Brown Business Solutions LLC, and a certified bookkeeper, licensed tax preparer, project manager, and business consultant who is on a mission to help entrepreneurs and small businesses become productive and succeed.