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.

A senior at Walter Payton HS, Miles is inspired by the lack of greenery in BIPOC neighborhoods in Chicago and Cleveland, where his family is from.

Jonathan is a senior at Illinois State University pursuing his Bachelors of Science in Political Science with a minor in History.

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

Nickolas is a software technologist with over 15 years of experience in the Printing/Pre-Press, Healthcare, FinTech and AdTech industries. He has an M.S. in Business Information Technology.

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.

Marnel is passionate about engaging with underserved communities to foster understanding of how the environment impacts their health and lives.

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