Our Team

Christine is the Founder and CEO of Nordson Green Earth Foundation. She was inspired by Nordson Forest, a man-made, sustainable forest in the Philippines named after her uncle.

Holding a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from UIUC, Karen uses her analytical and detail-oriented skills when handling the organization's financial transactions.

Michelle, a current student at Glen Ridge High School in New Jersey, is passionate about sustainable innovations that she focuses on through the intersection between social justice and environmental inequities.

Miles is studying the intersection of Economics and History at Harvard University. During his senior year at Walter Payton College Prep, he was President of the Junior Board.

Dr. Rao's endeavors illustrate how closely the health of our climate is intertwined with the health of our communities.

Veronica is committed to improving disadvantaged communities through empowerment and hopes to affect positive change through her work.

Nikhil, a student at Hinsdale Central HS, is concerned about the effect of climate change on future generations, and interested in creative solutions.

Christine Dannhausen-Brun is a public health researcher, photographer and mother committed to improving the lives of children and families.

Receiving his Bachelor's in Biology, Samuel is now pursuing Sustainable Agriculture at Bishop’s university, specializing in ecosystem management and environmental justice.

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