Building our sustainable future. Together.

Kelly Dittmann has 25+ years of experience working with Fortune 500® and non-profit organizations on the development and execution of their growth strategies. With expertise spanning M&A, enterprise strategy, ESG, sustainability, social innovation and business transformation, Kelly’s corporate and consulting experience ranges across a wide variety of sectors, including financial services, healthcare, education, agriculture, private equity, technology, manufacturing, life sciences, utilities, and energy. 

In her current role as Founder, President and CEO of Envira Global Ltd., a women-owned advisory and capital firm; Kelly is known as a ‘trusted advisor’ to C-Level clients and responsible for leading initiatives that unlock social, environmental, and economic value. Kelly partners with investors, advisors, and institutional capital partners to identify, structure and execute complex commercial projects with over $5B+ in investments, 5+GWs of energy and 100K+ of development acres across North America. Kelly is partnering with private investment groups to design and build Net-Zero Master Plans: Sustainability Campuses of The Future – the first of its kind – that leverages solar, hydrogen, geothermal, and wind as renewable energy sources to power green data centers and water desalination plans. She is also leading coal-to-solar programs that involve land acquisition, facilitating public engagement and incentives, and securing corporate off-take agreements (VPPAs) from committed corporations. 

As a firm, Envira Global Ltd. is dedicated to developing and funding smart city initiatives, building communities and powering sustainable transformation across organizations. Envira Global Ltd. is a matchmaker between purpose-driven investors with mission-driven projects, accelerating our global transition. At our core, we are your trusted advisors. 

Kelly previously served as Chief Commercial, Head of ESG and Sustainability for Hitachi Ltd. Environmental Business Division, North America, and Tokyo. She led client engagements in renewables, decarbonization, energy forecasting and capital projects for both the private sector and government entities. Kelly has held senior executive roles at Hitachi Vantara, Baton Global Advisory, Principal Financial Group, and Wells Fargo & Co. As trusted advisor and consultant, she proudly served clients including: The Walt Disney Company, Citibank, Wells Fargo, American Heart Association, The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB), BASF, Bayer, United Nations, Office of Prime Minister of UAE, Dubai, World Health Organization, The Rockefeller Foundation and beyond. 

Kelly is committed to her community. She currently serves on the Executive Council of Advisors for The Executives’ Club of Chicago; Board Member of American Lung Association; and Board Member of Education Leadership. Kelly has also previously held leadership positions with the United Way of Central Iowa; Board Member of Make-A-Wish, raising millions for philanthropic outcomes and research; Board Member of Iowa Homeless Shelter; Vice Chair, Commission for The Village of North Barrington and Advisory Board Member for Saint Anne Catholic Community in Barrington, Illinois. 

Kelly holds a B.S. from Purdue University, an MBA in Executive Leadership and Finance from Drake University, and completed Advanced Strategy and Economics, from The University of Chicago, Booth School of Business.

Michelle Ortega is a transformational executive leader and operations strategist with over 25 years of experience guiding Fortune 500® companies, government agencies, and mission-driven ventures through innovation, systems change, and sustainable growth. As Chief Operating Officer and Head of Delivery & Transformation at Envira Global Ltd., she leads cross-border initiatives that align culture, capital, and technology—serving as a trusted bridge between U.S. innovation ecosystems and international investment partners.

Michelle is playing a key leadership role in Envira Global’s global engagement strategy, stewarding partnerships focused on energy transition, advanced manufacturing, and high-trust, people-centered innovation. She brings global expertise across sectors including healthcare, clean energy, digital infrastructure, manufacturing, and finance—ensuring operational excellence while empowering communities and clients through meaningful transformation.

A former U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant with an inactive federal Secret clearance, Michelle brings disciplined leadership, cultural intelligence, and calm under pressure to sensitive, high-impact environments. She has advised executive teams across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, including on engagements requiring cross-cultural diplomacy and government collaboration.

An entrepreneur at heart, Michelle has founded multiple ventures and co-owned a national-level professional motorcycle racing team. She holds an MBA from Benedictine University and a BA from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), and active member of PMI, Scrum Alliance, and ACMP.

Terry Maddox is Chief Energy Officer at Envira Global Ltd., where he brings decades of expertise in energy operations, asset management, and enterprise transformation to help organizations build more sustainable, resilient futures. His work centers on developing long-term energy strategies, community master plans, and operational models that align infrastructure growth with environmental responsibility. Known for his hands-on leadership style, Terry facilitates envisioning workshops that empower organizations to define their purpose, unlock innovation, and implement lasting change.

Terry believes in service-driven leadership is rooted in experience, from managing diverse energy assets across Southern California, including solar, battery storage, and gas turbines, to guiding teams through critical transitions in the clean energy space. Prior to Envira, Terry served as Principal Manager at Southern California Edison, where he led safe and efficient operations across a complex energy fleet. Throughout his career, he’s remained focused on advancing sustainability, improving grid reliability, and fostering strong, people-first work environments.

Terry is a trusted voice in energy strategy, helping clients across sectors, from infrastructure to tech, source reliable power solutions and adapt to the evolving demands of a clean energy economy.

Outside of his executive role, he is a speaker and advisor passionate about shaping the future of clean technology through thoughtful leadership, meaningful partnerships, and scalable innovation.

Lori Harris serves as Chief People Officer of Envira Global Ltd., where she leads the firm’s global People Architecture strategy—integrating human capital, leadership systems, culture, and workforce readiness into Envira’s broader mission of advancing resilient infrastructure, intelligent cities, and sustainable economic growth.

With more than two decades of executive leadership experience across talent strategy, organizational development, and enterprise transformation, Lori specializes in aligning human performance with strategic outcomes. Her work sits at the intersection of leadership capability, cultural intelligence, behavioral science, and operational execution—ensuring that people systems accelerate, rather than constrain, innovation and impact.

At Envira Global, Lori architects scalable leadership and workforce frameworks that support energy modernization, infrastructure investment, climate resilience, and capital deployment initiatives. She designs and implements data-informed talent models, executive leadership advisory programs, workforce development ecosystems, and change leadership strategies that enable organizations and public-private partnerships to perform under complexity.

An MBA graduate in Organizational Development and Business Management, Lori brings a systems-level understanding of workforce risk, compliance, wellbeing, and human performance reliability—critical capabilities in infrastructure, energy, and high-impact environments.

She is a sought-after executive coach, facilitator, and speaker, known for translating behavioral science, leadership psychology, and operational strategy into actionable models that drive accountability, engagement, and results. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based frameworks and strengthened by certifications in leading global assessment and leadership methodologies.

At Envira Global, Lori advances the belief that resilient infrastructure requires resilient leadership—and that sustainable economic growth depends on intentional human architecture.

Randy Spires has 30+ years of experience working with Fortune 500, US Federal and International Agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s) in developing, planning, managing, and measuring their technology transformations. With experience and expertise spanning enterprise strategy, sustainability, environmental and social technology innovation and business transformation, Randy’s consulting experiences span across a wide range of sectors including aerospace, agriculture, automotive, defense, energy, environment, government, industrial equipment, and private equity.

As a Solution Architect, Randy is responsible for leading the assessment, design, and implementation of sustainable transformation roadmaps that integrate and maximize the technological, organizational, environmental, and social value for clients and their stakeholders. Randy consults and mentors environmentally friendly technology startup companies regarding how their innovations can benefit the shareholders, targeted markets, clients, and respective stakeholders. These technology startups include advanced analytics, alternative energies, artificial intelligence, cloud and quantum computing, and clean water solutions.

Randy previously authored a white paper on strategic environmental management in 1994, which focused on the sustainability of the impacted ecosystems and zones. This published white paper became the basis for a US Federal Grant pilot project in sustainability with the Bad River Chippewa Nation and other North American Native American Tribal Governments. The focus of the grant was to develop a sustainability model that accounted for legacy waste sites, current operations, and planned development by determining the bio-geo-chemical processing capacity of the impacted ecosystems and zones. The basis for the bio-geo-chemical processing capacity was the impacted ecosystems’ biodiversity depth and breadth. Randy also provides expert witness services to those transformation initiatives that go into arbitration.

Randy’s commitment to ESG and sustainability is regularly demonstrated in his personal life, investments, and continuing education. He owns and manages an off-grid, sustainable home and ranch in Colorado. Randy’s investment portfolio is dominated by renewable energy, clean water, and other innovative technology solutions that will help companies and communities become more self-reliant and sustainable. Randy serves as an advisory board member to a number of clean technology companies as well as a few professional associations and boards.

Randy holds a B.S. from the University of South Carolina, a Circular Economics program from Cambridge University, an ESG Investing program from Columbia University, and professional certifications that include Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Agile, Program, and Project Portfolio Management.

Evan is a highly accomplished, results-driven energy finance executive with over 20 years’ experience in diverse and progressive roles. Expertise covers a broad spectrum of the energy sector across both power and gas markets, including utility-scale project development solar, battery storage, renewable natural gas, renewable fuels generation, and waste-to-energy technologies.

After a successful public accounting career as an auditor, Evan joined Guzman Energy and was CFO for various organizations contributing to a sustainable energy transition. Evan played a key role raising capital, executing multi-million dollar energy deals and driving rapid growth. Known for optimizing financial processes, developing KPIs, scaling organizations, and advancing clean energy initiatives, Evan combines expertise with innovative leadership to deliver measurable results.

Currently, following his entrepreneurial passion, Evan founded Gompers Advisory. He provides fractional CFO services and a platform to facilitate cleantech and energy projects across global markets.

Evan is from Miami and resides in Philadelphia with his family. He is a former Board Member of the Greater Miami Tennis & Education Foundation, now First Serve Miami, and committed to his communities.

Evan holds a BBA from Emory University’s Goizueta Business School, with CPA and CFE certifications in multiple states.

With a strong track record, Anusha Pillay is an accomplished professional with a diverse background in product development, new product launch, engineering, and innovation within the energy and technology sectors. She currently serves as a Product Manager for Busways & Busplugs for Data Centers at Siemens Industry Inc., where she develops portfolio strategies and manages product life cycles of electrical infrastructure for industrial customers and datacenter customers. She is  an energy enthusiast with a drive to solve upcoming problems in the sector by developing innovative profitable business solutions.

With a Master of Business Administration in Strategy & Leadership from the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School and a Master of Science in Electrical Power Systems Engineering from North Carolina State University, Anusha combines technical expertise with strong business acumen. Her educational background also includes a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Vellore Institute of Technology in India.

Throughout her career at Siemens, Anusha has demonstrated leadership in various roles, including R&D Project Manager for E-mobility Fast EV Chargers and Electrical Orders Engineer Lead. She has successfully managed multi-million dollar projects, led process improvements, and fostered innovation in emerging technologies.

Anusha’s commitment to professional growth is evident through her participation in programs such as the Siemens’ Next 47 innovation program and her certification in Energy Innovation and Emerging Technology from Stanford University. She is also actively involved in industry organizations, serving as the Programs Director of Women’s Energy Network Carolinas and the DEI Lead for Siemens E-mobility.

Gaining recognition in the field, Anusha is a budding speaker and has presented at prestigious forums like Advanced Automotive Battery Conference and International Battery Seminar on the topic of impact of EV charging infrastructure on the grid.

Beyond her professional achievements, Anusha is passionate about the energy industry, traveling, and exploring different cultures. Her diverse interests and skills make her a well-rounded professional in the rapidly evolving fields of energy and technology.

Ashu Suvarna is a distinguished Executive Leader with over 26 years of unparalleled experience in driving innovation, strategic planning, and comprehensive program and product management. He has a proven history of expanding markets and optimizing global business operations for portfolios up to $150M. Ashu excels in new business incubation, digital solutions innovation, and go-to-market (GTM) strategies, with a deep commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. His ability to foster team development and leadership has been demonstrated in various leadership roles with prominent organizations like SPL Consulting, Hitachi, Tech Mahindra, HCL, SAP, ESRI & Eicher, as well as his entrepreneurial ventures co-launching several startups.

Renowned for his expertise, Ashu is a sought-after speaker on technology innovations, having presented at prestigious forums such as Reuters, Financial Times, ACT Expo, International Battery Seminar, AI & IoT World, Manufacturing Leadership Council, and MESA. His global experience spans across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas, where he has adeptly navigated diverse business environments. Currently, he serves as a fractional CXO for CREST Foundation, Envira Global, Lynx Digital, and 3S LLC. Ashu’s academic credentials are equally impressive, with ongoing PhD and master’s studies in IT from the University of Pennsylvania, an MBA in Strategy from Purdue University, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, complemented by numerous prestigious certifications.

Ms. Dissen is the Engagement and Partnerships lead at the NC Institute for Climate Studies, a research institute within the NC State University Office of Research and Innovation. Her work as part of the NOAA Cooperative Institute for Satellite Earth System Studies involves programs and projects enabling innovative use, access and application of NOAA environmental data.

As part of the NOAA Big Data Program engagement activities, she works with NOAA and cloud service partners AWS/ASDI, Microsoft Azure, and Google Public Cloud to democratize access and use of NOAA data. She is part of the NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information Information Services team, and also program lead for the U.S. Department of State NOAA U.S.-India Partnership for Climate Resilience. Other recent engagement work involved contributing to the State of North Carolina’s Climate Science Report and the NC Risk and Resiliency Plan.

Prior to joining NCICS, Ms. Dissen was a manager at Accenture’s Utilities Practice and supported the Climate Change and Sustainability practice. The latter led to William J. Clinton Foundation in their Clinton Climate Initiative in Southeast Asia. Ms.

Dissen has a M.S./B.S. in Civil/Environmental from NC State University, and certificates in Climate Change and Society from UNC Asheville and Harvard Business School Executive Education Program. She serves on the Electric Power Research Institute Advisory Council, N.C. School of Science and Mathematics Engagement Committee and supports the local Asheville Museum of Science.

Todd Lukesh is a results-oriented project management professional with over 22 years of experience in building science and digital transformation within the built environment. Proven history in PropTech, ConTech, master planning, portfolio management, development, design, construction, sustainability, health and wellness, research and development, and innovation throughout the project delivery lifecycle. Expertise in managing large-scale, high-performance projects, including LEED and Zero Net Energy applications, data centers, and various commercial projects globally. Proficient in utilizing Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), design-build, and joint-venture contracting to successfully manage and deliver complex projects.

His primary focus is on Digital Real Estate that leverages Digital Twin technologies throughout the Digital Building Lifecycle to incorporate innovation, R&D, building simulation AI/GenAI, Machine Learning, IoT, building science and advanced analytics to optimize project lifecycle throughout the Digital Thread. This includes project delivery, hardware, software, commissioning, calibration, and handover to optimize operational performance and increase ROI, all while integrating a decarbonization strategy across a Common Data Environment.

Todd has held multiple positions and roles in global architecture firms, commercial scale general contractors, venture capital firm specializing in innovative sustainable product development, global consultancy firms and building simulation technologies all with the common underlying goals of optimizing the built environment performance. His multidisciplinary background gives him the ability to think like a full stakeholder project team with the concept of designing with the end in mind to optimize building performance throughout the lifecycle.

Todd studied at the California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo for bachelor’s in architecture and construction management. He studied systems energy engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney, Australia, achieved multiple leadership certificates from Harvard University and awarded a Technical MBA in Innovation, Technology and Business Leadership from Hult International Business School (issued through his experience previously at Ernst & Young (EY). Todd held multiple university professor roles developing and instructing on Sustainable Design and Construction Management at both University of Southern California (USC) and San Francisco State University (SFSU).

With a wealth of experience in sustainability, accounting, and finance, Vern Broders holds a CPA, an MBA from Chicago Booth, and an FSA level 2 designation. He combines his analytical skills, strategic thinking, and data-driven approach to create enterprise value from sustainability opportunities. Throughout his career, Vern has led strategic planning, budgeting, financial reporting, and talent development for various organizations, including those in the healthcare, valuation, and technology sectors.

Vern’s expertise spans executive leadership, sustainability analysis, financial reporting, risk management, planning and budgets, investment portfolio reports, and non-profit strategy. His passion for the interrelated progress of people, planet, and profits is evident in his work. On the advisory front, Vern develops, executes, and finds funding for sustainability initiatives, creating sustainable organizations and communities. He matches purpose-driven investors with mission-driven projects.

Vern’s educational background includes an MBA in Finance and Marketing from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. In addition to his FSA credentials and CPA certification in Illinois, he is also a Certified Cash Manager with the Association for Financial Professionals.

Deeply committed to civic leadership, Vern has held several prominent positions in the community. He has served as a Board Member and Chair of the Alumni Finance Roundtable for the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, President of the Gold Coast Neighbors Association, and Board Member and Development Committee Member for the Grant Park Music Festival. His other roles include Treasurer and Board Member for Chicago Lights, Finance Committee Chair at Fourth Presbyterian Church, Officer of the Treasury Management Association of Chicago, and Board President of ArtsBridge.

Outside of his professional life, Vern has completed fifteen marathons and participated in numerous charity running events with the Chicago Area Runners Association. He is also a member of the Great Lakes Dredge and Philharmonic Society, a men’s holiday chorus that performs at senior centers and hospitals. Known for his amiable nature and community-mindedness, Vern continually expands his diverse network across Chicago’s corporate, civic, and social landscapes.

Throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, Ruben Abarca held several leadership roles in the wireless industry, including key positions at Ameritech Cellular and AT&T. In addition to his corporate experience, Ruben successfully owned and operated multiple businesses, such as a real estate investment firm and a mortgage company.

Since 2009, Ruben has worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies, distinguishing himself as a leader in higher education by forging impactful corporate partnerships. His efforts have led to the enrollment of hundreds of students at prestigious institutions. Ruben has developed and executed successful enrollment strategies for universities such as the University of Chicago, DePaul University, Lake Forest Graduate School of Management, UIC, Illinois Tech, DeVry University, and the University of Phoenix.

Currently, Ruben serves as the Head of Partnerships at the Discovery Partners Institute (DPI), a tech-focused nonprofit startup affiliated with the University of Illinois System. In this capacity, he spearheads initiatives to attract, develop, and deploy diverse, often underrepresented, talent to leading employers in Chicago’s tech ecosystem.

Beyond education, Ruben is passionate about sustainability, leveraging his extensive network to connect leaders in this sector. He plays a pivotal role in guiding sustainability professionals towards achieving their goals through collaborations with Envira Global Ltd.

Ruben also serves on the boards or advises several influential organizations, including High Impact Tutors, LULAC, the Associated Colleges of Illinois, LatinX Digital Leaders, and the Membership Council for the Executive Club of Chicago.

Susan McLeod is a Senior Executive with over 20 years of experience in the Technology sector. Her expertise spans Digital Innovation and Transformation, Professional Services, Customer Success, and Cybersecurity. She has significant global experience in emerging markets and within the Financial and High-Tech Sector.

Most recently, Susan was the Global Senior Vice President of Customer Success and Support and served on the Executive Committee for Hitachi Vantara, a $4B+ Global Data Infrastructure and Digital/IoT product, services, and solutions provider. She had responsibility for global Customer Success, overseeing a $1B+ renewals/maintenance P&L and managing over 1,000 employees globally.  She led her team with a laser focus on customer excellence and profitability. She drove the organization’s transformation from 2019 to 2024, leading to over $40M in cost savings, while maintaining high customer satisfaction and preparing the company for a shift to Subscription-based offerings and SaaS.

In her role at Hitachi Vantara, she frequently presented at Board of Directors and Executive Committee meetings, where she provided insights into both customer experience and security risk management as part of overseeing a significant P&L. She was a key contributor to the Location Strategy board, aligning her organization with emerging markets, including India and China, where Cybersecurity and Risk Management are top priorities. As an Executive Sponsor for many of Hitachi’s Platinum Financial clients, Susan played a critical role on the Digital Infrastructure Leadership committee, driving both innovation and security resilience in digital infrastructure.

Susan also has a strong background in Cybersecurity, Risk Management, and Compliance. As a Professional Services leader at Symantec, she focused on managing large-scale Cybersecurity initiatives for global clients. Her experience included developing strategies to safeguard organizations from evolving cyber threats and leading teams implementing advanced cybersecurity solutions in diverse markets.

Her experience in global dynamics includes her time as Global Brand Manager at IBM for the Intel-Based Server line early in her career, where she drove successful product launches and managed the intersection of technology, cybersecurity, and market readiness.

Throughout her career, Susan has supported programs related to equity for women and minority groups in technology, including serving on Talent Equity boards.

Susan graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington with an Industrial Psychology focus. She is an NACD Corporate Member since 2022 and is currently working through the NACD Accelerate program. Susan resides in North Carolina with her husband and is passionate about sustainability, conservation, and global water protection initiatives.

Miel Johnson is a strategic leader with more than 20 years of experience as a chief of staff and executive advisor. Her expertise spans strategy, business development and go-to-market strategy, consulting practice strategy and operations, pursuit management, account strategy and management, relationship development, M&A, and communications leadership.

In her current role as Chief of Staff for Business Development, Miel leads the strategic initiatives and operations that drive the growth and market presence of Envira Global, Ltd. In addition to developing and implementing pragmatic, market-focused go-to-market strategies, and approaches, Miel oversees the management and growth of the $50M+ opportunity pipeline. Her role also includes managing the Business Development Team to ensure guidance and support for identifying clients, assessing their needs, and coordinating account strategy and management. Miel also plays a key role in establishing and enhancing the Envira Global brand in the market. She works directly with Envira Global executive leaders to translate the company’s vision into actionable outreach and marketing to ensure market-facing efforts are aligned with the strategic vision and long-term goals of the organization.

Miel previously led operations-focused programs for a private-held healthcare company working directly with the CHRO and COO to improve patient and customer experience. She also had an extensive career with Deloitte as a chief of staff for multiple global businesses focused on business development and go-to-market strategy and as a member of the Office of the Global CEO.

Miel is active in the community as a volunteer for the local chapter of League of Women Voters. She held various leadership roles in the chapter including President and board member. She also volunteers with her sons’ school and has held various leadership roles in the Parent-Student Organization including President, Vice President, and board member. Miel holds a B.S. in Finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Mackenzie Swartz is a student at the University of North Carolia at Chapel Hill majoring in Economics. She is passionate about exploring the intersection of economics and environmental studies. Her academic work in both fields provides her with a unique perspective on sustainable development, fueling her desire to create positive change in the world.

Mackenzie is active in the sustainability community at UNC-Chapel Hill supporting the UNC CleanTech Summit as a student intern. This annual event brings together professionals in business, government, and academia for discussions, workshops, mentoring, and networking and is the largest University-hosted event of its kind in the United States. Mackenzie also serves as the President of the Business Cares Club supporting local nonprofits through fundraising and volunteer opportunities.

Emma Hedinger is a third-year student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and studies Public Policy and Environmental Sustainability Studies with a minor in Data Science. She is enthusiastic about the use of sustainability in corporate and social governance across communities, programs, and enterprises.

Emma has previously served as a sustainability intern for Orange County, NC County Commissioner’s office. In the summer of 2024, she was one of four UNC students chosen for the University of Gothenburg’s annual Summer School for Sustainability in Gothenburg, Sweden. While there, she researched climate migration, with a focus on the 2023 Australia-Tuvaluan security and environmental resiliency treaty. As Emma continues her education at Carolina, she is conducting a research internship with UNC’s Center for the Study of the American South, where she studies the impacts of poverty on healthcare access in rural North Carolina.

Outside of the classroom, Emma is an employee of the university’s New Students and Family Programs Office and a member of the environmental honors co-ed-fraternity, Epsilon Eta, of
which she is the current Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Following her undergraduate degree, Emma plans to begin a career in sustainability consulting or policymaking, before pursuing law school. She is interested in sustainable practices with food
systems and justice efforts, particularly the role that public policy and corporate responsibility can play in these transitions.