Team

Our People

• Treshia Barclift

  Director of Learning and Organizational Development

  Leading learning and organizational development at Carbon180, Treshia believes in creating spaces to learn out loud, dismantling harmful systems while increasing equity, and building a more inclusive carbon removal field. Her background in organizational systems, DEIBJ, and her MS in organizational development help inform her human-centered and intentional practices. She currently lives in Northern Virginia with her family.

• Erin Burns

  Executive Director

  As executive director, Erin guides our team as we think big to scale equitable, just, and highly accountable carbon removal and build an organization focused on radical operational excellence. She previously worked on energy, labor, and coal worker transition issues in the Senate. She is originally from West Virginia and currently lives in DC with her family.

• Sifang Chen, PhD

  Managing Science and Innovation Advisor

  Sifang works to ensure C180’s policy work is informed by the most up-to-date science and industry knowledge, bringing expertise from her work in science policy, biotechnology, and nanotechnology. She holds a BS from the University of British Columbia and a PhD in physics from the University of Washington. Based in DC, Sifang enjoys hiking and board games.

• Alayna Chuney, Esq.

  Director

  As a director, Alayna works to ensure EJ is at the forefront of CDR policy development. In her eight years of experience in environmental law, she has represented frontline communities and defended the Clean Water and Clean Air Acts. She is an alumnus of MSU and received her JD from Western Michigan University.

• Gloria Dabek

  Managing Policy Advisor

  Gloria advises on Carbon180’s land-based carbon removal policy, leveraging her background in food and agriculture policy and advocacy. She holds a BA in public policy from Duke University and currently lives in DC where she can always be found with her nose in a book.

• Mo Dailey

  Managing Director of Programs

  Mo oversees programmatic teams at C180, providing subject matter expertise and strategic guidance to team leads. She previously worked as a senior vice president at The Wilderness Society. Based in DC, she’s a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer and, in her downtime, loves hanging out with her two cats and spending quality time with her partner.

• Nasya Dodson, Esq.

  Senior Environmental Justice Advisor

  Nasya supports C180’s growing work to develop equitable and just carbon removal policy. She has a background in climate justice and environmental technology policy and holds a JD from Howard University. Based in Atlanta, Nasya enjoys workplace comedies, jazz, and her two dogs.

• Courtney Fee

  Managing Communications Associate

  Courtney leads the design of C180’s communications and brand initiatives — integrating over eight years of work in multimedia art, creative direction, and writing. When she’s not gabbing about her favorite fonts, you can find her in the ocean, walking miles in a greenspace, or writing about technology and the natural world.

• Maya Glicksman

  Senior Policy Advisor

  Maya works on Carbon180’s land policy team to enhance carbon removal on US farms, ranches, and forests. She draws from both her BA in geology-biology from Brown University — alongside her personal connections with land — to advocate for a climate-resilient, just food system. After hours, she is a local food rescuer and redistributor, community herbalist in training, and adoring scuba diver.

• Brit Groucutt

  Managing Director of Strategy and Operations

  Brit leads C180’s strategic planning and partners with our operational teams to create people-centric systems, processes, and policies. Her previous experience includes various administrative positions in the C-suites of major academic healthcare institutions. Brit resides in the suburbs of Baltimore, Maryland with her human family and three mini Australian Shepherds.

• Ashlynn Hall

  Managing Policy Advisor

  Navigating intersections of direct air capture and community welfare, Ashlynn shapes policies for a future that integrates technology with social and economic well-being. She holds bachelor’s degrees in political science and economics from the University of Houston. Beyond work, she finds joy in wandering Houston’s green spaces and nurturing the cabbages in her garden.

• Kajsa Hendrickson

  Director of Policy

  Kajsa works on technology-based carbon removal policy using her background in renewable energy, utility engagement, and sustainability consulting. She holds a BA in political science from Washington State University and an MA in peace and justice studies from the University of San Diego. Kajsa calls Salt Lake City home and spends her free time in Utah’s wilderness.

• Courtni Holness

  Managing Policy Advisor

  Courtni supports the development of tech-based carbon removal policy at Carbon180. She holds a BE in earth system science and environmental engineering from The City College of New York. Before C180, she led research that informed conservation efforts to preserve biodiversity in eastern Mexico’s Montane forests. Courtni loves listening to music and creating playlists in her free time.

• Anu Khan

  Entrepreneur in Residence

  Anu leads a new initiative to create, maintain, and advocate for the adoption of rigorous quantification standards across the CDR sector, ensuring that this new industry is built on a foundation of transparency and accountability. Anu holds degrees in chemistry from Caltech and Princeton. She is based in DC.

• Peggy Kiernan

  Senior Managing Development Advisor

  Peggy supports the implementation of Carbon180’s fundraising plan, previously having worked in fundraising for racial justice and voting rights, international development, and higher education organizations. She is based in Atlanta and loves spending time outside with her family.

• Ugbaad Kosar

  Director of Environmental Justice

  Ugbaad leads Carbon180’s environmental justice program, ensuring equity and justice are at the forefront of the organization’s work. Ugbaad holds a dual MS in forest sciences and renewable resource management from the University of Alberta and the University of Freiburg and a BS from Carleton University. She’s based in DC. Follow her on Twitter: @ugbaad_kosar.

• Gretchen Kroh, PhD

  Managing Policy Advisor

  Gretchen advises on carbon removal in agriculture and forestry systems with a focus on farmer and rancher engagement. She previously worked on climate and innovation policy at USDA’s Office of the Chief Scientist and holds a PhD from Colorado State University where she studied photosynthesis. Gretchen is based in Bozeman, Montana, and enjoys climbing, skiing, and hiking the surrounding mountains.

• Alyson Lee

  Senior Managing Government Affairs Advisor

  Alyson uses her political advocacy experience to build effective relationships with stakeholders and advance C180’s mission. She holds a BS in environmental science from North Carolina State University and an MS in sustainability from Virginia Tech. Based in Washington, DC, Alyson spends her free time experimenting with new recipes.

• Charlotte Levy, PhD

  Managing Science and Innovation Advisor

  Charlotte keeps the organization informed on the latest science for carbon removal. Previously, she worked on bioenergy, land use and management, and remote sensing in government and academia. She can be found at home in Washington, DC, or hiking and birding anywhere green.

• Ana Little-Saña

  Senior Communications Associate

  Ana supports Carbon180 in shaping the narrative around carbon removal and increasing the impact of the Carbon180 brand in the CDR field. She comes to the climate space, having previously worked as a consultant on nonprofit and political digital campaigns. Ana is based in Washington, DC.

• Londyn Marshall

  Director of Government Affairs

  Londyn leads Carbon180’s government affairs work at the organization, leveraging her experience in advocacy and fundraising to elevate federal policy goals. She holds a BA in political science from the University of Kentucky. In her spare time, she enjoys reading (FEC filings, among other literature) and walks around Dupont Circle. She is based in Washington, DC.

• John Milko

  Senior Managing Policy Advisor

  John supports C180’s efforts to accelerate the development and deployment of tech-based carbon removal solutions through federal demand-side policies. Before joining the team, he helped advance clean procurement policies for industrial materials as a member of Third Way’s Climate and Energy Program. When not working he is likely chasing after one of his two kids in downtown Charleston.

• Nhu Phung

  Senior Learning and Organizational Development Associate

  Nhu designs the learning curriculum at Carbon180 and supports the fellowship program. Prior to joining, Nhu conducted research on eco-anxiety, climate literacy, and Arctic policy at Brown University. She is happiest on misty hiking trails, sandy beaches, or curled up with a cup of tea.

• Emily Reich

  Director of Communications

  Emily leads communications across the organization, ensuring our work is clear, accessible, and maybe even fun. She previously managed communications at a sustainability think tank and did marketing and copywriting for a healthy snacks brand. She is based in New York.

• Angie Sabin

  Director of Finance and Administration

  Angie leads Carbon180’s finance and administrative team and oversees related processes and systems. She has previously held C-level finance and operations roles at nonprofit organizations and is based in Portland, Oregon. She spends her free time playing in a band, crafting, gardening, dancing, and being obsessed with her dog, Walter.

• Patrick Sanders

  Director of Development

  Patrick secures resources and stewards relationships with stakeholders to help advance C180’s mission. Prior to joining the team, he worked in university fundraising for schools of law, medicine, nursing, and public health. Based in Washington, DC, Patrick enjoys walking around the city with his husband and son.

• Samhita Saquib

  Senior Managing Policy Advisor

  Samhita leads Carbon180’s policy strategy and engagement on carbon removal infrastructure. Prior to joining the team, she worked in environmental consulting and urban planning. Samhita holds a BA in environmental studies from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She is currently based in Washington, DC. Samhita loves boba, Thai food, succulents, and crafting very elaborate costumes.

• Jackie Smith

  Senior Managing Finance and Administration Advisor

  Jackie uses her accounting and grant management background to support these functions within Carbon180. Prior to joining C180, Jackie worked with community-based organizations to apply and manage grant programs at the federal, state, university, and foundation levels. Based in Washington, DC, in her spare time, Jackie can be found in nature, listening to music, or in her element — cooking in a beautiful kitchen.

• Sasha Stashwick

  Director of Policy

  Sasha leads tech policy at Carbon180. Before joining the team, she worked for 15 years on climate and clean energy policy at NRDC, most recently as the director of industrial policy. She is based in NYC and mom to an awesome third grader.

• Vanessa Suarez

  Managing Environmental Justice Advisor

  Vanessa champions equity in carbon removal policies and projects as part of the environmental justice team. She holds a BS from UC Berkeley in conservation and resource studies and has a background in EJ policy and advocacy. Vanessa lives in California’s Central Valley and enjoys dancing in her free time.

• Eric O. Sutton III, MEd

  Senior Managing Environmental Justice Advisor

  Eric heads C180’s environmental justice regranting initiative. Before joining, he facilitated donor strategy collaborations among major environmental and climate foundations. With a background in community organizing, education, and policy writing, he has championed voting rights expansion, wetland conservation, and abolishing the carceral state. Based in the Midwest, Eric enjoys a good hike.

• Tracy Yu

  Managing Communications Associate

  Tracy spends her time honing Carbon180’s content and brand. She works hand-in-hand with Carbon180’s science and policy experts to tell the story of carbon removal and elevate the organization’s ideas. She holds a BS in journalism and previously worked at a mission-driven digital agency. She resides in New York.

• Cristel Zoebisch

  Director of Policy

  Cristel leads C180’s land policy work, leveraging federal policy to support carbon removal in agriculture and forestry. Her approach is informed by her previous work on conservation and climate policy for sustainable farmers and ranchers. Cristel holds a BA in economics from the University of Texas at Austin and an MA in food studies from New York University. She is based in Baltimore, Maryland, and enjoys hiking with her family.

Our Board

• Keely Anson

  Director

  Keely Anson started her career as a health and wellness coach in Southern California after graduating from UCLA. She moved to the Bay Area to work with some of the most illuminating minds and legacy investors at Kleiner Perkins. After spending time at the healthcare technology company, Collective Health, she went on to lead investments, philanthropy, and political giving at Incite, the family office of Matt Rogers (co-founder of Nest). Keely is currently an investor with Collaborative Fund leading their Shared Future Fund, which provides rapid, catalytic funding and useful resources to early-stage entrepreneurs working to solve the global climate crisis.

• Roxanne D. Brown

  Director

  Roxanne Brown has served United Steelworkers from its Legislative and Policy Office in Washington, DC for 22 years, the past two as USW International Vice President at Large. She has extensive experience in policy around manufacturing, defense, energy, and the environment. Roxanne was a founding Steering Committee member of the BlueGreen Alliance and is a member of the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists. She serves on the boards of the National Endowment for Democracy, The League of Conservation Voters, Georgetown University’s Institute of International Economic Law, and the Bipartisan Policy Center’s Direct Air Capture Advisory Council. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Roxanne was raised in White Plains, New York.

• Gabriel Kra

  Managing Director

  Gabriel Kra co-founded Prelude Ventures in 2013, after almost 25 years as an investor, entrepreneur, scientist, and activist. He is responsible for overseeing the firm’s investments in advanced energy, food and agriculture, transportation and logistics, advanced materials and manufacturing, and advanced computing. Gabriel serves on the Board of Directors for Ebb Carbon, Electric Hydrogen, Form Energy, Lightship, Meridian Clean Energy, PostScript Media, Renew Financial, Ripple Foods, Sense, and Trove and he has oversight for Prelude’s investments in Catalog NDA, Koloma, Metalenz, Mill Industries, Natron Energy, Nyriad, Scoop, Spark Thermionics and Thrilling. Gabriel also serves on the Board of Directors of Activate and The CREO Syndicate, and on the advisory board for Prime Coalition.

• Erin Burns

  Director

  In addition to leading the organization as executive director, Erin has served on the Board since 2021.

Our Values

Every member of our team brings diverse skills and perspectives to our work. As we move forward, we’re guided not only by what we do but how we do it. For this, we look to our values. They’re our bedrock, at the heart of how we collaborate with one another and show up in the world.