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| Education / Research Committee |
| Description: |
Plans and implements a variety of green building educational programs including LEED Extra Credit, the regional speaker's bureau, Green Building Nuts & Bolts for Contractors, and regional green building case studies. |
| Next Meeting: |
Monday, July 21st, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
at Leopardo, 333 West Wacker, 2nd Floor. Contact co-chair for more information |
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Current Committee Members: |
Helen Kessler, HJKessler Associates (Board Liaison)
George Tuhowski, Leopardo Construction |
- John Albrecht, Knight Engineers & Architects
- Larry Alport, Pella Windows and Doors
- Gail Borthwick, Adrian Smith & Gordon Gill Architects
- Victoria Cooper, Wilbur Wright College
- Melissa Ling, AMEC Earth & Environmental, Inc
- Brian Lutey, Ozinga
- George Modrovic, ELFI Wall Systems
- Sarah Moloney, Chicago Department of Environment
- Jessica Mondo, Skidmore,Owings & Merrill
- Tony Spata, Chipman Adams
- Matt Staublin, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
- Chris Toman, Hill Mechanical
- Wendi Wolmer, Bulley & Andrews
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| Past Committee Chairs: |
Ava Kuo, 2002*Founding Chair
Elaine Lockwood Bean. 2003-2004
Lynn Hollenberg, 2005-2006
Jessica Mondo, 2007 |
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 Emerging Green Builders Committee |
| Description: |
Plans programs especially designed for college students and young design professionals including the annual Natural Talent Design Competition. |
| Next Meeting: |
Tuesday, June 17th, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM at Turner Construction, 55 E. Monroe, Suite 3100. Contact Karin Barden for more information. |
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Current Committee Members: |
Andrea Love, OWP/P
Dario Medina, OneStep Properties
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| Past Committee Chairs: |
John Mlade, 2004 *Founding Chair
Marcus Hale , 2004-2006
Kris Neurauter, 2006-2007 |
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| Finance Committee |
| Description: |
dues, sponsorship, fundraising |
| Next Meeting: |
Contact chair for more information |
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Current Committee Members: |
Dan Bulley, Mechanical Contractors Association
(Board Treasurer / Board Liaison) |
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| Past Committee Chairs: |
2005 - Leon LaJeunesse
2006 - Ujjval Vyas |
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| Membership Committee |
| Description: |
Plans regular membership development programs, offers the monthly LEED AP Study Sessions, and manages the Chapter's membership directory. |
| Next Meeting: |
The 3rd
Wednesday of the month, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Contact co-chair for more information. |
| Current Committee Chairs: |
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Current Committee Members: |
John Albrecht, Knight Engineers & Architects
Kendra Sauer, Shaw Contract Group / Shaw Industries |
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| Past Committee Chairs: |
John Albrecht, 2003-2004
Jim Saxton, 2005
Chris Hewitt, 2006 |
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| Programs Committee |
| Description: |
Plans Chapter meetings, green building tours for members, and coordinates monthly LEED workshops. The committee also plans the Chapter's two major social events each year: a summer boat cruise and a holiday party. |
| Next Meeting: |
The 2nd Monday of the month, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM, IA-Interior Architects, 205 West Wacker, #1500. Contact co-chair for more information |
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Current Committee Members: |
Victor Garces, Steelcase
John Hopkins, IA - Interior Architects |
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| Past Committee Chairs: |
| 2004-2005 Kim Lombardozzi |
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| PR Committee formerly the Marketing Committee |
| Description: |
Coordinates public relations opportunities for the Chapter. The committee also assists in the design of Chapter print and electronic media.
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| Next Meeting: |
Tuesday, July 15th, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, 224 South Michigan, #1000. Please RSVP to Katie Kalunzy so that you will be listed on the security roster to get into the building.
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Current Committee Members: |
Christa Carroll, Outlook Marketing Services
Speakgreen Marketing
Sarah Wortman, VOA
Vice President, Director of Marketing and Communications
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- Laureen Blissard, LTLB
- Gail Borthwick, Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture (Board Liaison)
- Brian Brophy, Smithereen Pest Management
- Maria Diecidue,
- Marisol Sanchez, The Code Group, Inc
- M. Grace Sielaff, M Grace Designs, Inc.
- Matt Staublin, Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
- Paul Valker, WLUP/WKQX Emmis Communications
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| Past Committee Chairs: |
Laureen Blissard, 2003-2007*Founding Chair
Lois Vitt Sale, 2003-2004*Founding Chair
John Rockwell, 2005-2006
Michelle Murosky, 2006-2007
Georgy Oliveri, 2007
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| Past Greenbytes Editors: |
Kelly Andereck, 2003
Lois Vitt Sale, 2003-2004
Sarah Kooiker, 2004-2007
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| Residential Green Building Committee |
| Description: |
Develops programs and advocacy-related initiatives specifically for the residential building market and homeowners. |
| Next Meeting: |
Tuesday, April 22nd, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (energy star program), @ the Chicago Center for Green Technology
Tuesday, May 20th, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (insulation program), @ the Chicago Center for Green Technology
Tuesday, June 17th, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM @ the Chicago Center for Green Technology
Contact Laureen Blissard , USGBC-CC Residential Green Building Advocate for additional information.
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Current Committee Members: |
Laureen Blissard
Jill Russell
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| Special Events Committee |
| Description: |
Plans the Chapter's two annual fundraising and networking events: the Emerald Gala - the region's premiere green building black-tie event and the Natural Leaders Luncheon - a formal business luncheon featuring a prominent national speaker in the field of sustainable design and green business |
| Next Meeting: |
Thursday, June 26th, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, at location yet to be determined. Contact co-chair for more information. |
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Current Committee Members: |
Melissa Ling, AMEC Earth & Environmental, Inc.
Wendi Wolmer, Bulley & Andrews |
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- Paul Colando, InterfaceFLOR
- Kevork Derderian, Continental Offices Ltd. (Board Liaison)
- Laura Flanigan, Five Winds International
- Helee Hillman, Jones Lang LaSalle
- Holly Hirsch, Johns Manville
- Lindsay James, InterfaceFLOR
- Katie Kaluzny, Chicago Department of Environment
- Sarah Kooiker, Wight
- Heather Mickler, InterfaceFLOR
- Raegan Porter, FGM Architects
- David Ratowitz, Garuda Worldwide
- Tony Spata, Chipman Adams
- Daniel Starr, Epstein-ISI
- Rebecca Stoner, The John Buck Company
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| State and Local Government Committee |
| Description: |
Offers programs and events specifically for local and regional governments and policymakers. Also tracks local/state green building related legislation/policies and conducts green building related presentations for local governments. |
| Next Meeting: |
Thursday, June 19th, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Bar Louie, 47 W. Polk. Contact co-chair for more information |
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Current Committee Members: |
Catherine Allen, Blue Moon Enterprises
Selena Worster, Mechanical Inc. |
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- John Albrecht, Knight Engineers & Architects
- Michael Berkshire, City of Chicago Dept. of Planning and Dev. (Board Liaison)
- Ed Choklek, Harley Ellis Devereaux
- Kevin Hall, public Building Commission of Chicago
- Angela Harper, Teng
- Jonathan Kulis, Allsteel
- Brian Lutey, Ozinga
- George Malek, ComEd
- Karin O' Brien, Holcim
- Erik Olsen, City of Chicago
- Chris Perzan, Christopher P. Perzan, P.C.
- Susan Popovic, Cleaner Living Services
- Andy Stapleton, Mortenson Construction
- Steve Vinezeano, Village of Niles
- Jim Weier, Much Shelist
- Elise Zelechowski, Delta Institute
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| Past Committee Chairs: |
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2006 Erik Olsen, City co-chair
2007 Elise Zelechowski, City co-chair |
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| Fox Valley Branch Steering Committee |
| Description: |
The USGBC - Chicago Chapter's membership is spread throughout the Chicagoland region. Accordingly, the Chapter is looking for ways to further develop and offer green building related programs in the suburbs and surrounding areas. This committee will coordinate Chapter events and programs in the Fox River Valley service region. |
| Next Meeting: |
Monday, June 16th, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM, at Interiors for Business, 409 North River in Batavia, Illinois 60510 |
| Steering Committee Contacts: |
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Current Committee Members: |
Bruce Dahlquist, Co-chair
Rich Goulet, Co-chair
Elena Griesbaum, Secretary
Joan Martin, Education/Programs Task Force Co-chair
Jodi Dykstra, Education/Programs Task Force Co-chair
Andrea Brandt, Membership Task Force Co-chair
Jodi Feldheim, Membership Task Force Co-chair
John Rockwell, Board Liaison
Doug Widener, Staff Contact
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| North/Northwest (NNW) Branch Steering Committee |
| Description: |
The USGBC - Chicago Chapter's membership is spread throughout the Chicagoland region. Accordingly, the Chapter is looking for ways to further develop and offer green building related programs in the suburbs and surrounding areas. This committee will coordinate Chapter events and programs in the north and northwest suburban service region. |
| Next Meeting: |
Wednesday, July 30th, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM at Forest City Enterprises, 8045 Lamon, Skokie. Contact co-chair for more information. |
| Steering Committee Contacts: |
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Current Committee Members: |
Ted Krasnesky, Chair
Stephen Bell, Vice Chair
Jeff Olsen, Secretary
Frank Shinn, Finance
Mary Cotey, Membership Task Force Chair
Scott Davis, Education Task Force Co-chair
Laura Altergott, Education Task Force Co-chair
George Tuhowski, Board Liaison
Katie Kaluzny, Staff Contact
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| South Suburban Branch Steering Committee |
| Description: |
The USGBC - Chicago Chapter's membership is spread throughout the Chicagoland region. Accordingly, the Chapter is looking for ways to further develop and offer green building related programs in the suburbs and surrounding areas. This committee will coordinate Chapter events and programs in the south and southwest suburban service region. |
| Next Meeting: |
Monday, July 7th
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Madison Construction in Orland Park |
| Steering Committee Contacts: |
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Current Committee Members: |
Karin Barden, Staff Contact
Katie Kaluzny, Staff Contact
Jim Saxton, Board Liaison
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| West Suburban Branch Steering Committee |
| Description: |
The USGBC - Chicago Chapter's membership is spread throughout the Chicagoland region. Accordingly, the Chapter is looking for ways to further develop and offer green building related programs in the suburbs and surrounding areas. This committee will coordinate Chapter events and programs in west Cook and DuPage counties. |
| Next Meeting: |
Thursday, June 19th
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. Location TBD. Contact Staff Contact for more information. |
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Current Committee Members: |
Terry Gorski, Co-chair
Cynthia Milota, Co-chair
Karin Barden, Staff Contact
Board Liaison TBD
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