GREEN is her last name, and it's deeply woven into her life! Ashantae Green is Jacksonville's first sustainability manager with over a decade of experience in fields such as sustainability, politics, architecture, agriculture, and environmental justice. With a foundational degree complemented by several professional certifications and advanced studies in sustainable management from LSU, Green has a comprehensive portfolio that reflects her commitment to creating healthy, resilient communities and advocating for equity. Her dedication extends beyond her professional endeavors as she had actively participated as a former board member and volunteer for various non-profit organizations, including USGBC Florida and the NAACP Jacksonville Environmental & Climate Justice Subcommittee. Green's efforts have been highlighted on national platforms, earning her widespread recognition. Recently, she was featured on the cover of Edible Northeast Florida Magazine and two Environmental Achievement Awards from the Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board, acknowledging her significant contributions to government and environmental justice.

Cantrece Jones, President of Acuity Design Group, Inc. (ADG), brings over 23 years of expertise in Public Relations, Project Management, Social Cause Campaigns, Marketing, Branding, and Communications. Known for her creativity, drive, and leadership, Cantrece recently earned accolades as the Small Business Leader of the Year by the Jacksonville Chamber's Downtown Council and was recognized as one of Jacksonville Business Journal's Top Entrepreneurs in 2024.x000D x000D Cantrece thrives on challenges that expand her company's reach, leading a team of experts who merge objectives and human insight to spark new ideas, provide sound recommendations, and develop relevant solutions for clients. As a key contributor to new business opportunities, she is responsible for challenging conventional thought and offering a neutral perspective on communications strategies and planning, providing valuable insights into complex client challenges.x000D x000D A passionate advocate for sustainability, resilience, and economic development from a diversity and inclusion lens, Cantrece played a pivotal role in the City of Jacksonville's Resilience Strategy. She collaborates closely with clients' strategic teams to develop breakthrough, insight-driven social cause solutions and proactively uncovers new opportunities.x000D x000D Cantrece serves on the JAX Chamber Board of Directors, the American Planning Association's Jacksonville and Atlanta Chapters, and is an active board member of the Winston Family YMCA, the City of Jacksonville's Community Land Trust, the Cathedral District, and the HCA Market Advisory Board. With a bachelor's degree in Communications and Graphic Design from the University of North Florida, she has lived and worked in the Jacksonville area for over 20 years.x000D x000D Her military upbringing has allowed her to travel and live in various places worldwide. In her free time, Cantrece enjoys yoga, gardening, and traveling with her husband and two fur babies. She recently transformed her favorite hobby into a new business, Aura Plant Studio, where she sells beautiful plants and offers her space to other entrepreneurs without a storefront to promote their products. Cantrece attributes her success to faith, perseverance, endurance, and, most of all, passion!

Amanda Polematidis stands out as a dynamic leader in sustainable development and environmental advocacy. As a Project Manager at Hanson Professional Services Inc., Amanda has been pivotal in driving the Clean Air Northeast Florida Climate Action Plan, aiming at reducing environmental footprints and promoting clean air strategies across five Florida counties. Her expertise in green building practices is further solidified through her role with the USGBC Florida, where she is a member of the 2024 Market Leadership Advisory Board. x000D x000D Amanda's commitment to environmental stewardship and ability to inspire change have earned her a place in the 2023 Class of 40 Under 40 in the Jacksonville Business Journal and as a clean energy superhero in the Erin Twamley's children's book "Everyday Superheroes: Women in Energy Careers." Her work not only enhances the built environment but also educates and empowers communities to embrace sustainable design and construction.

Wade H. Conlan, P.E., BC😝, CxA, LEED AP BD+C has over 29 years of commissioning and design engineering experience and has completed projects in a variety of building use categories. He is at the forefront of energy efficiency, resiliency, and sustainable building operations. Wade currently serves as Hanson's Commissioning & Energy Discipline Manager whose team does work around the world. He has led retro-commissioning on more than 70 million square feet of buildings around the world. He has also led many commissioning, energy audits, and condition assessments that reduce energy consumption and carbon footprint by helping them transform their facility. As a contributing team member of the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant, Wade is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across Northeast Florida in all sectors. Wade is currently a Society Vice President and was the Chair of the ASHRAE Decarbonization Conference in October 2023.