Founded in 2001, Northwest SEED is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization with a mission to establish a clean, diverse,
and affordable Northwest energy system based on the
efficient use of renewable resources, with maximum local
control and community ownership of energy assets.
STAFF
Jennifer Grove, Executive Director
ph: 206.267.2212 | email: jennifer at nwseed.org
As the Executive Director, Jennifer provides primary
oversight of operations, finances, personnel and programs
to ensure compliance with and implementation of the
organization’s mission, goals and objectives. Prior
to becoming Executive Director, Jennifer served as
Northwest SEED's Program Director and was responsible
for managing the implementation of Northwest SEED's
renewable energy projects. Jennifer has extensive
experience in project management, fundraising, and
team management in both the private and non-profit
sectors. Before joining Northwest SEED, Jennifer worked
for AT&T Wireless, People for Puget Sound, and Inner
City Outings/Sierra Club. She holds a B.A. in Business
Administration from the University of Washington in
Seattle, WA.
Ryan Romaneski, Business
and Community Partnerships Manager
ph: 206.267.2216 | email: ryan at nwseed.org
Ryan Romaneski is responsible for managing Northwest
SEED’s business development activities and community
partnerships. He is also responsible for coordinating
the organization’s ongoing communications, outreach,
and marketing efforts. Prior to joining Northwest
SEED in 2010, Ryan worked extensively in the fields
of education, community development, and project management
and brings nearly two decades of professional experience
in for-profit, non-profit, and academic settings.
He holds a B.A. from Whitman College and is a candidate
for a Master’s in Education from Harvard University.
Jessica Raker, Project Manager
ph: 206.267.2213 | email: jessica at nwseed.org
Jessica manages multiple clean energy projects for
Northwest SEED,including our Tribal Energy Program.
She is also responsible for providing technical expertise
on other Northwest SEED renewable energy and energy
efficiency efforts, such as collecting and analyzing
data from Our Wind Co-op’s installed turbines, as
well as the evaluation of potential wind turbine sites.
Since joining Northwest SEED she has completed certificate
programs in GIS technology and Energy Management.
She holds a B.A. from Wesleyan University and a MSME
from the University of Washington.
Linda Irvine, Project Manager
ph: 206.267.2215 | email: linda at nwseed.org
As one of Northwest SEED’s Project Managers, Linda
works to advance the development of community energy
strategies and projects. Current efforts include management
of Northwest SEED's Community Solar Program. Linda
began her energy career with an internship at Renewable
Northwest Project, creating the first survey of utility
green power offerings for the Pacific Northwest. She
subsequently worked as a Program Manager for Portland
Energy Conservation, Inc. helping to create and deploy
on-the-ground efficiency programs for the grocery
sector, and as the Community Resource Conservation
Manager for the city of Langley, Washington. Linda
has also been leading an effort to implement a community
solar project in her local community. Linda holds
a B.A. in Russian and East European Studies from Yale
University and a teaching certificate from U.C. Berkeley’s
Bay Area Writing Project.
Alexandra Sawyer, Project Coordinator
ph: 206.328.2441 | email: alex at nwseed.org
Alex provides technical support and assistance to individuals, neighborhoods and communities exploring clean alternatives to meet their energy needs. Her current responsibilities focus on coordinating Northwest SEED's Solarize Seattle initiative, through which she works collaboratively with Seattle neighborhoods to help realize the economic and community benefits of solar energy. In addition, Alex assists with program outreach, planning, fundraising, and reporting. She began interning with Northwest SEED in June of 2009 and was promoted to Project Coordinator a year later. Alex is a recent graduate of the University of Washington, with a double B.A. in Environmental Studies and International Studies.
Leslie Neel, Finance and
Operations Manager
ph: 206.328.2441 | email: leslieneel at nwseed.org
Leslie Neel is responsible for all accounting and
administrative functions at Northwest SEED. Before
joining the organization, Leslie served as CFO for
Habitat for Humanity of Seattle/SKC and the Arboretum
Foundation. She received her Bachelor's Degree in
Accounting from Western Washington University and
holds a CPA license in the State of Washington.
Lauren Craig, Solar Energy and Policy Intern
ph: 206.328.2441 | email: lauren at nwseed.org
With three years of experience in solar energy system design and installation, Lauren became interested in renewable energy policy and incentive programs while working on her M.S. in International Development at Tulane University. As the Solar Program Coordinator for the Alliance for Affordable Energy, Lauren performed policy research and outreach in support of the City of New Orleans’ Solar America Cities program. She also gathered data for the New Orleans Solar Map, hosted monthly solar roundtable meetings of industry professionals, and organized the 2011 Solar Day Business Expo and Solar Home Tour for the Gulf States Renewable Energy Industries Association. Her research into solar energy financing models for low-income communities sparked her interest in exploring innovative community ownership programs. In August of 2011, Lauren joined Northwest SEED to support the organization’s solar energy programs and conduct policy research. Lauren is also certified in PV design and installation by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP), and is a contributing writer for EarthTechling, a green-tech blog based in Portland, OR.
CONTACT
US
Toll Free: 1.866.759.SEED
or 206.328.2441
Fax: 206.770.6570
Email: info at nwseed.org
1402 3rd Ave.
Suite 901
Seattle, Washington 98101
