Delta Emerging Leaders

As we work to welcome the new DELs we also wanted to celebrate are current ones! (1/2)

Erin (she/her) works at Mass Economics, supporting communities and organizations on inclusive economic growth research and strategy development. She has been involved in several recent projects on entrepreneurship, and as a DEL, she has enjoyed supporting Delta Institute’s BOOST event, which showcases entrepreneurs with sustainability-related ideas. She loves to spend time outdoors with her dog, family, and friends.

Claire's (she/her) love of the outdoors sparked an interest in working in the environmental space from a young age. After studying environmental engineering, Claire worked in water resources planning in California's Central Valley, where she primarily supported groundwater management programs in the region. Claire's interest in the broader infrastructure realm then led her to pursue a role in energy. She currently works at Arcadia, where she supports the company's community solar program. Outside of work, Claire loves time outside - on the Riverwalk or lakefront in Chicago, back home in the mountains of Colorado, or anywhere in between.

Cecile Dick-Calmes (she/her) is a content marketing strategist and creative leader with experience in B2B and B2C digital marketing. Cecile is currently the Inbound Marketing Manager at Daifuku Wynright and previously worked at the Boeing Company as a Community Manager and Hainan Airlines as the Digital Marketing Lead.In addition, Cecile has been a Delta Institute's Staff Liaison to the Delta Emerging Leaders Associate Board since 2022, Board Member for Impact Sierra Leone since 2021, and a Program Membership volunteer for the American Marketing Association (A.M.A.) Chicago Chapter. Moreover, Cecile volunteers as a selection jury for future students who want to integrate into her graduate communication school (ISCOM). Finally, she ran and finished the Milwaukee marathon in October 2021.

As we work to welcome the new DELs we also wanted to celebrate are current ones! (2/2)

Conner (he/him) is completing his first year as a DEL where he serves as the Programming Committee Chair! He received his M.A. in Sustainable Urban Development from DePaul University and currently also volunteers with the Illinois Green Alliance, Eco.Logic, Clean Energy Leadership Institute, and Chicago Habitat for Humanity. What he enjoys the most as a DEL is the opportunity to collaborate with like-minded professionals to plan engaging events that cover sustainability, resilience, and equity. In his free time you can find him running the Nature Preserves and backpacking the Upper Peninsula.

(From Grace, she/her) Being in nature is health and healing and a valuable resource for all humans. This can be accessible for all to enjoy and makes our communities better.

Maria (she/her) works in ESG data strategy and consulting for Conservice ESG (fka Goby); she is passionate about applying her technical expertise to client relationships so solve complex problems related to sustainability and business development. I her free time Maria is an avid traveler and international marathon runner.

hello friends! friendly reminder that the deadline to apply to be a Delta Emerging Leader (DEL) is next Wednesday, May 17. Make sure to join our virtual Information Session this Thursday, May 11! feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

Are you, or someone you know, passionate about advancing innovative solutions to sustainability in the Midwest? Consider applying to be a Delta Emerging Leader (DEL)! Join us virtually on Thursday, May 11 at 5:30 PM! Hit the link in the bio for more info!

Interested in becoming a DEL? Come stop by our table at The Plant! We'll be there all day (from 11AM to 3PM), so we can catch everyone filing in and out of the event. If you can't make it, you can also RSVP to our virtual info-session from 5:30PM to 6:30PM on May 11th: https://delta-institute.org/event/dels-recruitment-info-may-session

hey all! thank you for helping us make Green Soapbox 2023 one of the best yet, we’re so grateful for your support! the full recap is available on YouTube, make sure to give it a watch in case you missed out!

Are you, or someone you know, passionate about advancing innovative solutions to sustainability in the Midwest? Consider applying to become a Delta Emerging Leader (DEL)! DELs serve as the official associate board of Delta Institute. We are looking for stellar emerging professionals to join this fun and rewarding associate board for a one-year term beginning in July 1, 2022. Apply by May 17th at 5PMCST at delta-institute.org/dels.

Hey folks! Got anything going on Tuesday? No? Perfect! Join us for Green Soapbox 2023! Hit the link in the bio to register, it’s going to be a blast and we want you in attendance! Stick around after for a fun silent auction, stay tuned for more details! Woo!

ICYMI: We announced our panelist for Green Soapbox 2023 this week, join us on April 4th to hear from Lottie, Bweza, and Eira as we discuss Regional Infrastructure for Climate & Community Impact! Hit the link in the bio to register for the event, it’s entirely online! 😁

Hey folks! We’re pleased to announce our Green Soapbox 2023 panelists, join us on April 4 to hear from Bweza, Lottie, and Eira! Registration is still open, head to the link in the bio to secure your $10 ticket for GSB 2023!

Please join us for our next virtual Green Soapbox event focused on “Regional Infrastructure for Climate & Community Impact”, with local experts participating in a panel. Green Soapbox is an annual event, organized by the Delta Emerging Leaders Associate Board, that explores environmental issues impacting our local community. Click the link in the bio to get your ticket!

hey folks! friendly reminder! registration for Green Soapbox is live! hit the link in bio! registration is only $10, join us on April 4th!