President

Adrienne is the Sustainability Coordinator for a local construction company in Portland, Oregon with a primary focus on waste reduction and material recovery. She is extremely passionate about reducing overconsumption and finding creative ways of repairing, repurposing and upcycling goods. Adrienne recently completed her Master’s Degree in Enviromental Science and is enthusiastic about moving toward a more circular economy that prioritizes collective wellbeing and degrowth. When not working you can usually find Adrienne at a local recycling event, reading for her online Environmental Book Club, or creating homemade beauty and personal products.

Email:

president[at]wastefreeadvocates.org

Treasurer

Brings over 10 years of experience as a policy analyst for the U.S. Department of Labor, as well as experience as a green entrepreneur, to her position of Vice-President for WFA. Passionate about environmental issues and frustrated by the current state of waste and recycling in this country, Tara is particularly excited about partnering with other organizations to further Waste-Free Advocate's mission. 

Email: treasurer[at]wastefreeadvocates.org

Vice President

Alaina is a Quincenturion Master Recycler (Class 64) with over 500 volunteer hours logged, Eco-Schools Network parent and PTO volunteer, Milwaukie Environmental Stewards Group volunteer and classroom reading parent at Seth Lewelling Elementary. She loves to help Oregonians on their waste-reduction journey no matter how far along by connecting them with the resources they need, by way of social media communities and in-person resource events.

Email:

vp[at]wastefreeadvocates.org

Secretary

Jessica has spent the last fifteen years in communications and sustainability across the energy efficiency, retail, education, and non-profit sectors. She is a certified Master Recycler and has been a board member with WFA since 2020. Jessica is passionate about food systems, creative reuse, and equitable access to waste systems.

Chris is Portland State Alumni, Master Recycler (Class 90), and has 5 years experience as a materials coordinator for a local hospital. He is committed to values of sustainability and cooperation, striving to improve waste reduction, re-use and the ideas of the circular economy. He believes every small action can add up to create lasting change.

Heather is passionate about the circular economy and finding creative ways to reduce waste in her community. She was a member of Yosemite National Park’s Environmental Living and Learning Community, where she helped organize and lead cleanups, hosted educational workshops, and promoted sustainable practices for Park employees. She currently volunteers with SOLVE Portland and is excited to connect with the waste free community and advance WFA’s mission. 

Nathan is a Certified Master Recycler. He also works at the Metro Recycling Information Center. He is very passionate about sustainability and materials management, and is working towards becoming a solid waste planner. 

When he has a day off he is probably arguing with his two chihuahuas. 

Zoe recently obtained her Master’s degree in Environmental Law and works in communication. She is enthusiastic about increasing environmental justice through policy and civic engagement. When not working or volunteering her time to various projects, Zoe can be found adventuring with her husband or curled up with her cats and a book.

Resource Director

Julia is passionate about strengthening the connections between WFA's community members and Portland's innovative businesses, nonprofits and city government. She sees enormous potential in what's possible when each of us becomes a waste-free advocate, however that might personally look. Please reach out to her with questions or ideas at director[at]wastefreeadvocates.org.