Tim is a founder and the CEO of Tradewater.  He provides strategic direction for the firm in all business areas.  He is developing new programs to further Tradewater’s mission and expand its impact.  He is working to open new markets and facilitate the firm’s  international expansion.  Tim brings to Tradewater 40 years of experience in carbon programs, environmental policy, hazardous waste cleanup, and pollution prevention.  He founded Wabashco in 2008 to develop carbon offset and renewable energy projects in the Midwest, and in 1998 he co-founded the Delta Institute, a nonprofit organization to improve environmental quality and promote community and economic development in the Great Lakes Basin. He ran the Delta Institute’s environmental program, which included a wide range of water quality, pollution prevention, toxic reduction, and carbon sequestration work. Tim has worked for a range of environmental organizations in both the private and non-profit sectors including Clean Sites, ICF, and the Center for the Great Lakes.  He was a Dana Meadows Sustainability Leadership Fellow with the Sustainability Institute.   Tim holds a B.S. from Northwestern University.  He has held leadership positions on many boards over the years including the Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation, Rebuilding Exchange, Delta Institute, and the Alliance for the Great Lakes, among others.  He currently serves on the board of the Lochland School.

Gabe is a founder of Tradewater. He oversees implementation of Tradewater’s domestic carbon offset projects and collaborates with the CEO to expand existing greenhouse gas mitigation programs and establish new ventures related to innovative technology and international carbon markets. Gabe began working in environmental project development at Wabashco, LLC, after a 12-year career as an attorney. He served first as a staff attorney with the Federal Defender Program for the Northern District of Illinois. He then joined the law firm of Miller Shakman & Beem, a commercial litigation boutique, where he became a partner and served as an adjunct professor at the University of Chicago Law School. Throughout his career, Gabe has served in various leadership roles in the non-profit world. While in law school, he founded Youth Rights Media, a non-profit in New Haven, Connecticut, dedicated to empowering youth to protect and advance their legal rights, and served on their Board of Directors for close to ten years. He also served for six years on the board of the Rebuilding Exchange, a Chicago non-profit committed to developing a market for the reuse of building materials, including spending four years as Board Chair. Gabe holds a B.A. from Brown University and a J.D. from Yale Law School.

Safira joined Tradewater in 2025 as an Environmental Project Manager, where she leverages her oil and gas field expertise to support the company’s mission to eliminate methane emissions from orphaned and abandoned oil and gas wells. Before joining Tradewater, she spent over five years in the oil and gas field services industry, working offshore on drilling operations and later managing multi-rig projects across Indonesia. At Tradewater, she brings this technical foundation to methane mitigation efforts—helping to identify, assess, and close high-impact wells across the U.S., and turning these efforts into high-quality, verifiable carbon credits.

Safira holds a Master of Science degree in Sustainability Management from Columbia University and a bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering from Bandung Institute of Technology. Her experience in sustainability includes GHG accounting, life cycle analysis, and utility-scale solar and storage project development.

Outside of her work in climate and energy, Safira is deeply passionate about the outdoors. She enjoys playing tennis, exploring marine life through scuba and free diving, and spending time in nature—whether hiking through the forest or soaking in a quiet sunrise. Her adventurous spirit and curiosity for the natural world fuel her commitment to environmental action and sustainability.

Osamah joined Tradewater in 2024 as Projects and New Developments Associate. His responsibilities consist of finding, collecting, and destroying ozone-depleting substances and GHGs from MENA Region. Osama holds a master’s degree in engineering management and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certificate from Arizona State University, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. 

Before joining Tradewater, Osamah worked as an Engineering Development Manager at Carrier Corporation for more than 9 years, where he led cross-functional teams to launch innovative products and implemented best practices in project management methodologies.  

His ultimate motivation is to educate the public and industry about the critical importance of protecting the ozone layer and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. By emphasizing the dangers of ODS and the benefits of their destruction, he aims to inspire proactive environmental action. Outside of work, he enjoys watching movies and listening to podcasts. 

Daniel has been Tradewater’s Technical Content Writer since April 2025. He’s responsible for crafting Tradewater’s story across all digital mediums — sharing the cascading benefits of Tradewater’s unique efforts to destroy harmful refrigerants and permanently reduce methane (and other GHG) emissions.

With more than 14 years of professional communications experience, Daniel has helped launch multiple national broadcast channels, for both radio and TV, and he’s built communications plans for a variety of nonprofit and private sector organizations. Switching careers 5 years ago, Daniel now works on solving the world’s most intractable problem; helping adapt to and mitigate the harms of climate change.

Before joining Tradewater, Daniel created and managed the public image of the World Resource Institute’s Climate Solutions Partnership as well as other research projects for WRI’s Business Center; working on the global clean energy transition, supply chain resiliency, nature-based solutions, carbon markets, and more. He earned his MPA in Environmental Policy Management & Law from the University of Colorado Denver in 2022. He earned his BA in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Maryland in 2012 (go Terps!).

Daniel lives in Bethesda, MD with his wife and their handsome dog, Harley. His travels have taken him to 30 countries in 35 years and he hopes to hit 50 by 50. Wherever he is, he loves to hike, ski, bike, backpack, and take advantage of all Earth’s natural beauty…and eat as much ice cream as possible.

Clarissa (she/her) joined Tradewater in 2023, leading the development and implementation of global human resources strategies to support the team’s growth and maximize our impact. She holds a degree in human resources management from Michigan State University and master’s degrees in finance and business administration from Indiana University. 

Clarissa brings over 16 years of global human resources and leadership experience from the profit and non-profit sectors. She has served in HR leadership roles supporting international disaster relief, environmental and climate-focused research, and aerospace and defense. Clarissa is excited to make a permanent impact on our environment as part of the Tradewater team.   

In addition to trying new food spots, Clarissa enjoys reading, being outdoors, and whipping up knitted creations. 

Meg joined Tradewater in 2025, where she focuses on building relationships with potential customers and partners to promote Tradewater’s greenhouse gas mitigation projects. With a bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Science, and Society from McGill University and a minor in International Development, Meg brings a strong foundation in sustainable systems to her role. In her professional climate career, she has experience working in community solar, net-zero strategies, emissions reporting, and scope three analysis.

Before joining Tradewater, Meg spent four years in Montreal working on sustainable food systems, collaborating with local organizations to divert food waste to those in need. During this time, she also served as Vice President of Operations and Sustainability for the Students’ Society of McGill University, where she oversaw business operations, managed a $4-million budget, and championed sustainability initiatives across the campus. Her passion for resource efficiency resonates with Tradewater’s commitment to immediate, measurable climate action. Meg sees Tradewater as a unique opportunity to act now in the climate space and get to work building a more resilient global community.

When not working, you can find Meg traveling, spending time with loved ones, or trying new recipes in the kitchen!

Cristina joined Tradewater in 2024 as the People, Culture & Administration Associate. Prior to joining Tradewater, she worked as an administrative coordinator at an academic medical center and held various roles focused in customer support at tech companies in Chicago, IL. She is excited to utilize her combined experiences in supporting a variety of key functions to aid in Tradewater’s ongoing growth.

Cristina enjoys hiking, camping, and spending time working on textile projects. 

Andre joined Tradewater’s Verification and Logistics team in 2024 as a Carbon Project Manager. He manages the monitoring, reporting, validation, and verification of Tradewater’s carbon offset projects. Andre received a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Calgary, specializing in Energy and the Environment.

Passionate about the carbon markets, Andre has dedicated his career to the industry. He has been involved in all aspects of the carbon project lifecycle from start to finish, including origination, development, verification, issuance, and sales. Prior to joining Tradewater, Andre developed over 1 million carbon offsets from more than 60 carbon offset projects.

As Director of US Programs, Nick leads the team tasked with the identification and collection of ozone depleting substances around the United States and oversees operations at Tradewater’s aggregation and reclamation facilities. Prior to joining Tradewater, Nick was an attorney for several years in both private practice and as an active duty service-member in the United States Navy Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Corps.  Before law school, Nick taught middle school social studies in Brooklyn, NY as a Teach For America corps member. He holds a B.A. in both History and Government from Colby College, an M.S. for Teachers from Pace University, and a J.D. from Brooklyn Law School.  Nick continues to serve as a reserve officer in the JAG Corps, sits on the board of directors of Volunteers of America of Illinois, and is active in a number of civic organizations.

Katherine joined Tradewater’s international team in 2019. She works on transboundary movement matters and provides general administrative support related to the program. Katherine enjoys working on environmental protections towards a goal of achieving sustainable development. Katherine lives and works in Costa Rica.

Clara Cherfils joined Tradewater’s international team in 2024 and she is responsible for overseeing and supporting worldwide projects regarding the identification, collection, and destruction of ozone-depleting substances and greenhouse gases.

Born in France, Clara has both an academic and professional international background. She holds a Master of Science in Global Business and Sustainability from the Rotterdam School of Management, Netherlands, and studied International Business Administration. She brings experience from her roles in international sales, account management, and project management within tech and sustainability-focused sectors in France, Australia, and Singapore.

Clara spent several years in Australia working as a Project Manager and Sales Manager for a French sports-tech company. She then returned to Europe, where she worked as a Business Development Manager for a Singaporean green biotechnology firm, leading market expansion for their innovative waste conversion technology across Europe. Passionate about driving positive change, Clara is actively involved with a Portuguese NGO developing and facilitating climate education workshops for Portuguese companies and the general public.

Outside of her professional pursuits, Clara is an avid nature and outdoor sports enthusiast. She enjoys surfing, kitesurfing, and running, and teaches Vinyasa yoga in Portugal.
Clara views Tradewater as the ideal blend of purpose and mission, where she can contribute to making a tangible positive impact in the world.

Rishika joined Tradewater as a Data Analyst in 2023 after completing an internship the previous summer. Her primary responsibilities include supporting the development and innovation of data systems at Tradewater. She collaborates closely with the team to design and implement new data system solutions, administration and maintenance of business intelligence (BI) dashboards. She holds a Master’s in Data Analytics Engineering from Northeastern University in Boston. 

Rishika recognizes the significance of data analytics in driving sustainable solutions for a changing world and is committed to supporting Tradewater’s mission of combating climate change by leveraging data analytics to make informed decisions and drive effective solutions. 

Scott Cocking joined the Tradewater team in 2024 as the Director of Marcom. In this role, he leads the integrated marketing communications strategy to build Tradewater’s brand presence while driving interest in high-quality carbon offsets for companies and individuals.

With over 20 years of experience, Scott has been instrumental in advancing companies’ missions in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors, spanning industries from animal health to technology. He began his career in advertising before transitioning to the client side, developing extensive experience in evolving organizational capabilities across marketing channels. His achievements include his company being awarded a DOE housing innovation award for zero energy ready homes (ZERH) and helping develop a youth-based cultural intelligence (CQ) assessment that demonstrated the value of student travel.

Scott brings a strong global perspective to this role, having lived in four countries on three continents, and serving as a Merck Fellow in Tanzania, where his team developed a sustainable business model for preventable blindness.

A strong proponent of the unique ability of mission-driven companies to make a positive impact in the world, Scott is excited to work at a B-Corp dedicated to providing climate solutions.

Outside of work, Scott enjoys living in the mountains of western North Carolina with his partner, three dogs, and one cat. He can frequently be found hiking and exploring along the backroads throughout the Southeast. He has become known among his friends for his many photographs of the black bear family that seem to enjoy his wildflower garden as much as he does.

Xiomara Crespo joined Tradewater in 2022 as an Environmental Program Associate for Chicago, IL. Xiomara graduated with a bachelors of science with a major in environmental science and a minor in chemistry from the University of North Texas. Xiomara previously interned at The Borgen project working with Texas state representatives in aiding humanitarian issues. Her goal is not only to take care of the planet but take care of the people by providing them the proper education they need to fight climate change. She loves to travel and get first hand exposure to the several cultures of the world.

Chad Dorger is a Program Manager at Tradewater working on carbon offset development. He holds a B.S. from Loyola University Chicago’s School for Environmental Sustainability. Previously at Tradewater, Chad worked as an Environmental Program Associate, traveling the United States collecting refrigerants from 47 states!

Eli joined Tradewater’s Market Development Team in 2023 to support relationships with Tradewater’s customers and key partners. His responsibilities include account management, new business development, and designing business systems within Tradewater. He holds a B.A. degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics and a minor in Computer Science from Claremont McKenna College.

Eli brings 5 years of experience in fundraising, partnerships, and commercialization of new climate technologies. Prior to Tradewater, he was the first business hire at Symbrosia, a climate-tech startup developing a seaweed feed additive to drastically reduce methane emissions in cow burps. He helped Symbrosia raise a $7M funding round, built relationships with farmers, CPG brands, and distributors, and developed Symbrosia’s first carbon project on the Verra registry. He also did business development at Elexity, a cleantech startup building AI software to help commercial buildings save energy. Before that, he worked at Fast Forward, an accelerator for nonprofit technology startups, where he helped manage partnerships with large corporations including Google, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and BlackRock.

Eli’s passion is scaling climate impact and getting people off the sidelines and into the climate movement. He is equal parts climate optimist and outdoor enthusiast. He can often be found thinking about sustainable aquaculture while surfing or pondering climate-friendly transit options while biking.

Ana joined Tradewater in 2023, and she is responsible for supporting the international movement of materials, regulatory compliance, and project management under Tradewater’s umbrella of greenhouse gas mitigation programs.

She began her career in 2015 in the automotive market as part of the inbound and outbound teams while pursuing a degree focused on international trade. Always working in the supply chain area, she has developed different aspects of logistics expertise, with a focus on import and export operations. After five years, she decided to move her life and work to Spain, where she started with a pharmaceutical company, working with controlled and dangerous substances, complying with regulations and quality standards. Over the last three years, Ana obtained her master’s degree in supply chain management and logistics from EAE Business School and is now pursuing an additional master’s degree in leadership and team management.

Ana believes that Tradewater’s work is of vital importance in our present and future, and being part of the change is a great motivator. She believes that all efforts to make people and companies aware of climate change and its impact on our lives are worth it.

Sarah joined Tradewater in 2023, providing leadership to the sourcing, collection, and operational teams within US Halocarbons. Over the past 10 years, Sarah has been an operational leader across multiple sectors, with her most recent experience in the carbon offset space. Her expertise includes driving operational efficiency, customer experience, CRM management, and team leadership. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina Asheville.

Sarah is passionate about sustainability, nature, and decarbonization. She resonates closely with Tradewater’s mission to fight climate change by preventing ozone-depleting gases from entering the atmosphere and generating high quality carbon offset credits.

Peter Garcia joined Tradewater in 2022 as an Environmental Program Associate for Los Angeles, CA. He supports the U.S. Ozone Depleting Substances program. Peter graduated San Diego State University with his Bachelors of Science degree with a Major in Biology. Peter loves to travel and run around with his dog on the beach. Peter loves going to National Parks and has a goal to visit all of them.  He also loves camping, and hiking.

Beau joined Tradewater in 2019. As a Program Manager, he focuses on providing refrigerant management solutions to portfolios of buildings through Tradewater’s Catalytic Coalition. He is also responsible for carbon accounting and target setting initiatives both internally and externally. Beau holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in Environmental Engineering from Northwestern University. Prior to joining Tradewater, he managed sustainability projects for large, complex buildings with Delta Institute, and helped hundreds of commercial buildings achieve LEED certification, ENERGY STAR awards and city ordinance compliance while at Goby. Beau previously served as co-chair of the Delta Emerging Leaders, offers pro-bono energy benchmarking consulting, and is a co-founder of REVIVEcollective, a creative community based in multiple cities.

Clarissa joined Tradewater in 2018 as a Customer Service Representative and supports the work of the U.S. Ozone Depleting Substances program. She earned a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from Millikin University. She also holds an Associate’s Degree in World Languages from City Colleges of Chicago, where she focused on French and Spanish. Prior to Tradewater, she worked in theatre, as a vocalist, in retail, and as an administrative assistant. 

Kate joined Tradewater in 2023 to continue building the People & Culture practice for the growing Tradewater team. Her ultimate responsibility is to the excellent team of people that make up Tradewater. On a day-to-day basis, this includes policy and system implementation, performance management, coaching and professional development programs, employee relations, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, recruiting and hiring, and supporting a thriving company culture at a global scale.

Prior to Tradewater, Kate has worked in the technology space with a background rooted in program, project, and account management that evolved into operations and leading the “people-side” of business. Kate is also an ICF Certified Career Coach. Kate has worked in multiple fully remote and hybrid models, supporting teammates across the globe. Coming from a very different industry, her trajectory into Tradewater is a bit less traditional; however, armed with her passion for protecting our planet, she is excited to work for an organization and with teams that are making a tangible impact.

In a past life, Kate was a whitewater raft guide. While professionally she has diverged from those days, after work you can still find her outside on the trails or rivers around Montana, or simply enjoying a beer with friends or a book down by the water.

María José joined Tradewater’s work in 2018 when she was approached by the CEO and COO to partner and help with expanding work to Latin America. María José directs Tradewater’s international work in Asian, African, Latin American and Caribbean countries. Her roles include overseeing, finding, collecting and destroying ozone depleting substances from all over the world. Prior to joining Tradewater, she has collaborated as a climate change and sustainability consultant in numerous projects and programs relating to climate change adaptation, greenhouse gas accounting and management, corporate sustainability, and climate policy. For seven years, she was a Technical expert for the Secretariat of the Low Emission Development Strategies Global Platform (LEDS GP) Latin American and Caribbean Regional Platform (LEDS LAC), where she took on various coordinating and advisory roles around climate policy and action. She is also the founding member of the Costa Rica based NGO, Center for Urban Sustainability, and a member of the Balaton Group. María José holds an undergraduate degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Costa Rica, and a M.S. in Environmental Change and Management from the University of Oxford. María lives and works in Costa Rica.

Zack joined the Tradewater team in 2025 to help expand Tradewater’s carbon offsets to new sectors and markets, using insights and novel product concepts to develop compelling value propositions. Before Tradewater, Zack spent nearly ten years working in global health and development consulting, with extensive experience in strategy-setting and market analysis around critical topics such as immunization, maternal and child health, nutrition, and climate change for leading foundations, non-profits, and the private sector. He also worked in the high-growth technology sector at both Tableau and Chime, where he helped design new product offerings and customer experiences. He holds a B.A. in Finance from the University of Washington and is determined to help accelerate climate action as a means of promoting equitable health outcomes, economic prosperity, and a sustainable relationship with the natural world.

Zack is drawn to the fight against climate change by his love for the mountains and forests around his home in the Pacific Northwest. He’s a lifelong mountain biker as well as a skier, snowboarder, backpacker, and avid traveler — when he’s not at his desk, he’s probably off in the woods somewhere.

Justin Jetton joined Tradewater in 2022 as a Process Technician. Justin spent 8 years in the United States Naval Reserves as an Master-At-Arms and completed a tour in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba in 2013. Justin also worked as a Non Destructive Technician in the oil and gas industry for 8 years. Justin spends his time working on DIY projects at home and enjoys craft beer. He loves spending time with his wife and 2 daughters, and traveling the world. He’s been to Australia and the United Kingdom and is ready for his next adventure!

Jacqui is based in Johannesburg, South Africa and joined the Tradewater International team in 2023. In her role as Projects and New Development Associate, she is responsible for researching, stakeholder mapping and management, and initiating strategies to find, collect and destroy ozone-depleting substances globally.

She is currently completing a Doctoral Degree, examining the ways in which blockchain technology can be harnessed by social enterprises across the globe to enhance their operations. Prior to this, she completed a Masters Degree in International Relations from the University of Cape Town.

Her professional experience includes work across various industries, working with both for-profit and non-profit organizations. She has worked closely with businesses globally focusing on their ESG operations, monitoring and evaluation, impact investing and impact management. Her unique background has resulted in an impact-driven solutions approach to the challenges faced and created by businesses across global industries. When not in the office, Jacqui volunteers with Girl Guides South Africa. She holds the position of International Commissioner, working closely to build global opportunities for South African girls.

Jacqui is passionate about developing sustainable solutions and strategies to overcome the most pressing challenge this generation faces- climate change. She believes that these solutions need to be based on evidence and scalable to ensure the environmental, social and economic stability for generations that are still to come.”

Rachel joined Tradewater in 2016, and currently serves in the capacity of Controller. In this role, she manages the organization’s accounting operations including financial statement preparation, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable. Previously, she served as the Director of Business Operations and Verification where she led a team that was responsible for managing the verification of Tradewater’s carbon projects, overseeing logistics, operationalizing new business ventures, and providing further support to the firm’s carbon offset projects. Prior to joining Tradewater, Rachel spent 9 years as a middle school math teacher, and also served as a bookkeeper for other businesses. Rachel has a B.A. from Saint Xavier University in Chicago and a MS from the University of Illinois.

Trae Llewellyn joined Tradewater in 2024, bringing extensive experience in customer service and sales. At Tradewater, he engages with inbound inquiries, converts opportunities into deals, and ensures a smooth vendor-customer experience. Previously, Trae worked at Charter Spectrum and National Debt Relief, where he excelled in client retention and customer communications. He has also held roles at Verizon Wireless, Flextronics, and Walgreens. Trae studied at the University of Wisconsin – Parkside and is passionate about exceptional customer service and contributing to Tradewater’s mission of environmental sustainability.

Kirsten joined the Tradewater team in 2019 as the Director of Market Development. In her role, she leads the effort around making carbon offset credits available to new markets. This includes not only making carbon credits available to corporations, but also to individual consumers who want to make an impact on climate change. Prior to joining Tradewater, she worked in the Foodservice Industry for a Supply Chain solutions company. Here she worked in a number of different functional roles which included account management, promotions and project management, marketing analytics, resource management, and business development strategy. Kirsten holds a B.S. degree in Psychology and a B.S. degree in Business and Applied Math from The Illinois Institute of Technology. Outside of work, Kirsten is a devoted mother to two and coach to many in her passion to mentor and develop youth through sports such as football, soccer, and basketball.

Joining Tradewater in 2021, Samantha leads the organization’s visual communication and digital marketing strategy. Her background uniquely merges a BFA in Visual Communications with an MA in International Psychology concentrating on global communications. With nearly ten years of brand and marketing experience, Samantha’s diverse portfolio includes her work with for-profit and non-profit organizations, where her dedication to advocating for mission-driven causes like social justice, human rights, and sustainability led her to support various programs around the globe. After spending more than five years working and volunteering abroad, Samantha returned to Chicago, IL to lead a nationwide behavioral health organization in developing and managing their growing multi-media department focused on video production, graphic design, and website development.

Samantha remains in Chicago, IL where she lives with her partner, two cats, and a dog. When she is not working, Samantha enjoys gardening, cooking, and watching live music alongside her friends. Samantha is excited to be a part of Tradewater’s Communications Department and continue the mission of combating catastrophic climate change.

Jaclyn joined Tradewater’s US Halocarbon team in 2024, assuming the role of overseeing the sourcing efforts of CFC refrigerants nationwide. Prior to her tenure at Tradewater, Jaclyn earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sustainability from Arizona State University, specializing in Food Systems and Agroecology.

With over two decades of professional experience, Jaclyn has cultivated a background in customer service, including a four-year tenure in the technology sector. Additionally, Jaclyn has served her community as an active volunteer with a handful of local nonprofits whose goals are aligned with her passion for empowering local economies, reducing our carbon footprint, promoting food security and sustainable agricultural practices.

Jaclyn is deeply motivated by collaborative efforts aimed at achieving ambitious goals with a direct global impact on environmental conservation. Residing in Arizona with her husband and two children, she enjoys traveling, attending concerts and exploring new cuisines and local restaurants.

Victor is an Operations Manager at Tradewater. He joined Tradewater in 2017 as a Process Technician and works in the aggregation and processing of a variety of refrigerants. He also served in the United States Air Force as a Fuels Specialist, working with petroleum and associated equipment. Prior to joining Tradewater, Victor operated hydroprocessing units at a Research & Development plant.

Jenny joined Tradewater in 2022 as the Market Development Manager. In her role, she partners with organizations to help achieve carbon neutrality through sustainability consultation, emissions reduction, and the purchase of carbon credits. She operates under the belief that our most challenging problems cannot be solved by government and nonprofits alone – it requires a collective effort. She is passionate in changing the way we view business and industry to be both profitable and purposeful. Prior to joining Tradewater, Jenny has worked within the technology and hospitality sectors, and comes with 15+ years of experience in Business Operations, Market Development, Events, and Community Engagement. Outside of work, Jenny enjoys spending time with her family and friends hiking, running, swimming, and planning themed celebrations.

Teddy joined Tradewater in 2023 as an Environmental Program Associate based out of Covington, KY, working to identify, collect, and destroy harmful refrigerants across the United States. He received a Master’s Degree in Environmental Law & Policy from Vermont Law School in 2023, following Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from the University of Cincinnati in 2019. He has a background in agriculture and construction management, and has long been an advocate for conservation, sustainability, and environmental justice.

In his free time, Teddy enjoys travelling, hiking, camping, swimming, snowboarding, gardening, cooking, and watching Pixar movies with his wife and son. He looks forward to joining to fight against climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and teaching his son about environmental stewardship through meaningful action.

Tell us about your professional background. 
I’m an experienced accounting professional with a strong background in financial operations, reporting, and process improvement. In my most recent role, I served as Assistant Controller at Forklift Exchange, where I led monthly close activities, budgeting and forecasting, and supported strategic initiatives, including acquisitions. Over the past decade, I’ve held progressive roles at organizations such as Acrelec Inc., the Illinois Restaurant Association, and the Alzheimer’s Association, developing expertise in general ledger management, ERP implementation, and financial analysis.

What excites you the most about working at Tradewater? 
What excites me most about working at Tradewater is the company’s mission-driven approach and its real-world impact on climate change. Being part of a team that’s actively working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions aligns with my values and desire to make a positive contribution beyond just financial metrics. I’m particularly inspired by the opportunity to use my financial expertise to support sustainable initiatives and work with others who are passionate about environmental stewardship.

Tell us a little bit more about yourself! 
I was born and raised in Chicago, and I’m a proud first-generation American of Serbian descent. My parents immigrated from the former Yugoslavia, and I’ve remained deeply connected to my heritage and the Serbian community. I graduated in 2013 from DePaul University. Outside of work, I play semi-professional soccer, and I enjoy traveling and spending quality time with my family and friends.

Timi joined Tradewater in 2023, where he assumed responsibilities for the design, development, and maintenance of software applications for the organization. Prior to his role at Tradewater, Timi achieved a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Mathematics from Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria.

Timi’s professional journey has been guided by a deep-seated commitment to champion Sustainable Development Goal 13 (SDG13) and to contribute his skills to building climate-focused technologies. His career has encompassed a diverse range of organizations, spanning both the financial and non-profit sectors, from dynamic startups to well-established mid-level enterprises.

Marco joined Tradewater in February 2025 as a Warehouse Associate, supporting the Mail-In and Cylinder Exchange programs.

Marco graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a Bachelor of Science in Technical Systems Management and a minor in Sustainability, Energy, and the Environment. He has previous experience in custom cabinetry, specializing in CNC operation as well as CAD design. Marco is excited to contribute to Tradewater’s mission to combat climate change.

Chris joined Tradewater in 2024 as the company’s Chief Impact Officer. In this role, she leads the project development teams responsible for finding, controlling, and stopping the emission of potent non-CO2 greenhouse gases, and ensuring the generation of high-quality carbon offset credits. She has a BA from Brown University and a Master’s degree from the Yale School of the Environment.

Chris’ career in sustainability has included work with local government, inside two Fortune 500 companies, and in the nonprofit sector. Prior to working with Tradewater, Chris was Climate Director for the City of Seattle, where she was responsible for the execution of Seattle’s Climate Action Plan. Her corporate experience includes Director of Energy and Environment at Amazon and Global Director of Energy and Sustainability Strategy at Yahoo!, where her responsibilities included carbon reduction strategy and renewable energy procurement. Chris worked at Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI), where she helped to build their corporate sustainability consulting practice. She also wrote for Living on Earth, a public radio program on the environment.

She is a former field instructor for the National Outdoor Leadership School, where she led wilderness courses in Wyoming, Alaska, Mexico, and Kenya. She is a current member of Mount Rainier’s Volunteer Nordic Ski Patrol.

Sreya joined Tradewater in 2020. She handles the development and analysis of Tradewater’s data systems. She has a Master’s Degree in Data Analytics Engineering from Northeastern University, Boston. She gains inspiration knowing that her work contributes to the destruction of high impact greenhouse gases.

Ray joined Tradewater in 2023 as Partnerships Manager for Tradewater: Refrigerant Solutions. In this role, Ray is responsible for the creation and implementation of the strategy for this program, developing and maintaining relationships with Tradewater’s customers and key partners. Before joining Tradewater, Ray co-founded a portable storage company in Northern Virginia, and helped it grow to one of the largest independent mobile storage providers in the country. Prior to his storage start-up, Ray managed political campaigns, running eight campaigns across three states including multiple state legislative and U.S. Congressional races.

Ray earned a bachelor’s degree in government from Colby College. He lives in Virginia with his wife and their two sons. He enjoys reading, backpacking, swimming, the state of Maine, and the New York Yankees.

Mitchell joined the Tradewater team in 2022 as an Environmental Program Associate. He graduated with a M.S. in Environmental and Resource Management from Arizona State University in 2021. Prior to working with Tradewater, he worked in the mortgage industry as a loan processor and has done volunteer work with the National Park Service in Maryland. He is excited to be a part of the fight against climate change and hopes his work will make a lasting difference.

Valeria joined Tradewater in 2020 as an Environmental Program Associate, was promoted to Program Manager in April of 2022 and transitioned to the Digital Marketing Strategist position in 2024. Valeria holds a Master of Public Health in Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences from the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Public Health. Previously, Valeria worked at UIC’s Environmental Health and Safety Office as well as did research looking to see if “green” rehabbing of low-income housing in the Chicago area is associated with environmental and personal health indicators.

Gina joined Tradewater in 2018 as an Administrative Assistant and later supported the Business Operations and Verification team with verification of offset projects, logistics implementation, and development of internal processes. In 2022, she began a new role as Manager of Verification and Logistics under the Department of Verification and Logistics. This department leads the verification activities for Tradewater’s carbon offset projects on a global scale. Gina received a B.A. in Human Ecology in 2013 from College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor, Maine.

Josué joined Tradewater’s international team in 2021 as a Communication Strategist. He has degrees in both advertising and social communication and has worked, mainly, in projects with social inclinations. Most of his professional experience has focused on developing and supporting communication strategies focused on social causes. According to him, his most important experience was working in Era Verde as an editor and production assistant, where he began to understand the potential that communication has towards making social issues visible.

Youssef joined Tradewater in 2023. He is responsible for exploring and managing international development opportunities to ensure the collection and destruction of ozone-depleting refrigerants and halons.

Youssef holds a Master’s degree in Process Engineering from Toulouse University in France, and brings over 10 years of experience in program management, business development, and operations within the energy and transportation sectors.

Throughout his personal and professional journey, Youssef has traveled to over 40 countries across Asia, Africa, and Europe. Embracing diverse perspectives and experiences has continually fueled his personal growth and ignited his deep passion for social good and sustainability.

When he’s not at work or playing soccer, he indulges in his passion for electronic music, bedroom-DJing and mixing his favorite vinyl records.

Georgia joined Tradewater in 2022 as Research & Development Associate. She works on the scoping, innovation, and development of new programs focused on reducing methane emissions. She also worked at Tradewater in 2019 and 2021 before joining full-time. Georgia recently graduated from Barnard College-Columbia University with a B.A. in Environment & Sustainability. She has worked on climate research, political campaigns, and immigration law. Georgia lives in New York City where she enjoys exploring parks and seeing live music.

Kap joined Tradewater in 2024 as an Environmental Project Manager; bringing his passion for combating climate change and a wealth of experience in leading complex projects and driving innovation in the energy industry. At Tradewater, he is responsible for developing and managing a pipeline of projects within our Methane program to identify and prevent the emission of harmful greenhouse gases.

With 5 years under his belt, Kap has honed his skills in cross-functional collaboration, developing deep relationships with stakeholders, managing projects and product development for global markets, and operationalizing product strategy. He’s a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a proud University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Mechanical Engineering alum. But Kap’s not just about work! He’s a Climatebase fellow, a founding board member of a mission-based run club, and an avid biker. He’s all about community, having helped raise funds for summer camps and holiday gatherings for underrepresented kids and their families. In 2022, he even biked 165 miles to raise over $1000 for Multiple Sclerosis research! On a rainy day, you can find him with a good book in the company of his partner and their cat.

Kap is thrilled to join Tradewater and to use his expertise to have a tangible impact on the environment and make a real difference in the fight against climate change.

Joining Tradewater in the Fall of 2023, Meg brings enthusiasm and a multidisciplinary approach to her role as Projects & New Developments Associate. Tasked with supporting the exploration and development of international work, her role is key to developing projects around the world.

Armed with a BA in Global Health & International Relations from Tufts University and an MSc in International Development from IE University, she brings a holistic approach to sustainability, acknowledging the interdependent relationship between a healthy planet and thriving communities. Her professional journey, which has spanned international borders, is marked by significant contributions to both non-profit initiatives and corporate sectors, particularly in areas of ESG compliance, public health, and international development. She made significant strides in blue carbon offsetting, gaining in-depth knowledge of carbon credits and ecosystem-based approaches to climate mitigation.

Her ultimate motivation is lowering the “activation energy” to do the right thing. At Tradewater, Meg sees the opportunity to contribute to crucial climate solutions, leveraging international collaboration for a climate-smart future. She is excited about driving systemic change through her role, scaling Tradewater’s global impact in the fight to mitigate greenhouse gasses.

Carl joined Tradewater in 2024 and is responsible for the sale of Tradewater’s carbon offset credits, as well as helping find new ways to scale the company’s impact by creating demand for Tradewater’s projects. Before joining Tradewater, Carl served as a high school math teacher and school administrator with the Teach for America program in Dallas, TX before earning an M.B.A from the University of Texas McCombs school of business, where he focused on social impact entrepreneurship. Most recently he held multiple product and market development leadership roles at the student success ed-tech company Civitas Learning.

Outside work, Carl helps manage his family’s 500-acre wilderness ranch deep in the Texas Hill Country, where he first developed a passion for ecology, land stewardship and regeneration, and where he decided to commit his career to climate. He’s a Texas Master Naturalist, advisor to several local Austin climate nonprofits, and when not working you can probably find him out near the creek trying to find salamanders, or up on a hilltop looking for birds. With his work at Tradewater, he’s so excited to get to wake up every day and support people (and their organizations) be a meaningful part of the climate solution.

Hasit joined Tradewater in 2023 and his responsibilities consist of finding, collecting, and destroying ozone-depleting substances and GHGs. Hasit holds a degree in Chemical engineering from Pune University in India and a postgraduation diploma in Environmental engineering from the University of Strathclyde in the United Kingdom. 

Hasit brings more than 15 years of work experience in handling renewable energy and environmental resource management related projects. He has worked with private companies and across the NGO sector throughout his career.  He is an ISO 14064 Lead verifier for GHG quantification. Because of his keen interest in sustainability and ESG, he has completed training for Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) from KPMG and has plans for the GRI certified professional exam.

He believes in making positive changes for society and the environment through his skills and knowledge. He enjoys writing poems, playing flute and listening to audiobooks. 

Thom joined Tradewater in August 2016 and serves as a Program Manager in the company’s CFC collection program. He has taken over 175 trips around the U.S to collect over 100,000 lbs.  Prior to joining Tradewater, he spent 30 years as an actor, director, stage manager, technical director, and production manager for various non-profit theater organizations.

Moises joined Tradewater in 2022 as a Process Technician in our Elk Grove Village facility. He supports our work in the aggregation and processing of a variety of refrigerants. Moises’s years of technician and management experience will be an added asset to the team.  Moises has been teaching 4-6 year olds T-ball for six years.  In his free time, he is busy with his three sons. He also loves to grill and eat sushi.

Damaris Vergara joined Tradewater in 2025 as a Logistics Associate, where she helps coordinate the transportation of materials for projects that prevent the release of harmful refrigerants and methane gases. She works closely with logistics partners to ensure shipments are handled efficiently and in compliance with regulations.

Before joining Tradewater, Damaris built her experience in supply chain management and international logistics, including import/export operations and shipment coordination. She also served in the U.S. Army as a 92A Automated Logistical Specialist, where she managed procurement, inventory, and motor pool operations.

Passionate about logistics and supply chain efficiency, Damaris enjoys finding innovative ways to improve operational workflows and ensure seamless transportation processes. She takes pride in contributing to a mission-driven organization like Tradewater, where sustainability and logistics intersect to create a meaningful impact.
Outside of work, she enjoys staying active, exploring new places, and learning more about logistics and sustainability.

Casey joined Tradewater in 2021. As the Methane Project Development Manager, she oversees the growth of Tradewater’s methane program and is the Tradewater expert on measuring methane emissions. Casey holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University at Buffalo. During her time at Northwestern, she developed catalysts for chemical reactions relevant to sustainability and renewable energy. Casey also has academic research experience in energy storage devices. Prior to joining Tradewater, Casey worked as a Staff Engineer at MSA Safety on the product development of combustible gas sensors used in portable safety devices to detect methane and other flammable gases.

Ryan (he/him) joined Tradewater in 2024 as the Director of Data Strategy & Architecture. In this role, he leads the development and implementation of data-driven strategies and architectures to enhance the organization’s mission of environmental impact. He holds a degree in Computer Science and an MBA, blending technical expertise with business acumen.

With over 15 years of experience at the intersection of technology, strategy, and data, Ryan has spearheaded complex projects that have driven innovation and operational efficiency in various sectors. His work has included designing scalable systems and solutions that have had a lasting impact on organizations and the communities they serve.  Passionate about technology and its potential to drive meaningful change, Ryan is excited to contribute to Tradewater’s mission.

When not working, you’ll often find him riding and working on motorcycles, exploring new challenges in mechanics, or enjoying time with friends.

Beverly joined Tradewater’s Methane team in 2024, and her main responsibilities include conducting research to identify and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, interacting with landowners, and organizing data sources. She recently graduated with an MIA in International Finance and Economic Policy from the School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University.

Prior to joining Tradewater, she worked as a research assistant at the Earth Institute, analyzing economic and sustainability policies and programs in China. She also worked on climate finance projects in developing countries, business and data analysis, as well as mass communication and digital marketing. She is excited to learn more about the sustainability and energy world, and at Tradewater, she hopes to help make a real climate difference for small businesses and landowners.
Beverly lives in New York City and recently became a “pawrent” for the first time. During her free time, she enjoys reading, painting, and exploring restaurants and tea houses around the city.