Meet our team
Kamryn Gardner​
Community Engagement Program Manager
Kamryn began working with Green Living Science in 2022. She earned her Bachelors of Science from the College of Natural Resources at Michigan State University with a concentration in Environmental Studies and Sustainability. She is a Detroit native who is passionate about enhancing the environmental health and beauty of the city. Kamryn joined sustainable efforts with her hometown in mind and finds fulfillment in conversation with Detroit residents of all ages!
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Kamryn enjoys expressing creativity through artistic avenues such as painting, drawing, and even upcycling old articles of clothing by adding her own painting twists to traditional pieces. She believes that nature's beauty is the greatest art that has been produced, and we must consciously take steps to protect the environment and conserve its beauty for future generations.
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Contact her at Kamryn@GreenLivingScience.org
Natalie Jakub
Executive Director
Natalie has been working with Green Living Science since 2013. She started as the Volunteer Coordinator at Green Living Science through the AmeriCorps VISTA program. Natalie is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University where she holds a Bachelors of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Marketing and a Master’s degree in Social Foundations – Eco-Justice Education.
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Natalie is a certified TRUE Advisor, helping facilities achieve zero waste, and has been helping businesses reduce waste and establish sustainable recycling programs. Natalie also serves as the chair of the Recycling and Waste Reduction Committee with Detroit City Council’s Green Task Force. Natalie is an alumnus of the MSU Extension Great Lakes Leadership Academy - Leadership Advancement Program and the Environmental Leadership Program.
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Contact her at Natalie@GreenLivingScience.org
Curtis Schabath
Director of Education
Curtis Schabath is a third-generation Detroiter, adjunct professor, pup parent, and nonprofit supporter who has been volunteering in the environmental and justice spaces for most of their lives. Pulling passions and knowledge from lived-experiences, community involvement, and a Master of Science and MBA from Walsh College lead them gratefully joining GLS as the Director of Education in October 2023.
They look forward to helping make a continued difference in the environmental, recycling, and educational shared spaces through meaningful relationships with, and inspiration from, educators and the youth/future leaders of this beautiful city.
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Catch Curtis on Belle Isle year-round, at a DCFC match, enjoying all the amazing food, venues, festivals, parks/skateparks, and small businesses across all of Detroit, shooting photos, crate digging/DJing, road tripping, and celebrating the accomplishments of the city and its people.
Contact them at Curtis@GreenLivingScience.org
Lia Holland​
Marketing & Program Coordinator
Lia is a born and raised Detroiter always taking immense pride in her love for the city! She has received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication and Media Studies from The University of Michigan, while being involved in numerous organizations. Being a part of her community has always been very important to her. Meeting and connecting with others has always filled her heart with tons of joy. Lia believes there is beauty in everything and it all starts, and is solely, connected to this beautiful planet we call Earth.
Lia is not only a sustainability advocate, but a true creative as well. Expressing herself through a plethora of art mediums including photography, painting, fashion and more! A huge part of her connection to Detroit is one of her favorite places, Belle Isle Park. Going as a child to feed the ducks, to fast forwarding 20 years later capturing the true essence of the park with her camera, as well as immersing herself and her adorable puppy into nature. From a creative standpoint, The Heidelberg Project sparked the connection of her love for art and community, heavily influencing what she believes is possible by bringing together art, community, and the earth to create and maintain something beautiful.
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Contact her at Lia@GreenLivingScience.org
Operations Team
Accountant -
Development -
Community Engagement Intern -
David O'Brien
Allison Quast
Isabel Redmond
Recycling Ambassadors
Patricia Taylor- Braxton
Lois J. Robinson
Rhonda Askew
Naimah Muhammad
LaTonya Thomas
Jason Philpot- Dixon
Trevor Karty
Michelle Jackson
Lula Gardfrey
Jennifer Spivey
Janis Hazel
Patricia Little
Denisse Avilla
Laura Wright
OBD Park Champions
LaTonya Thomas
Walter Bailey
Kaytea Moreno Elst
John Myers
Denisse Lopez
Lesley Gant
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Sara sanders
President
United Way for Southeast Michigan
leatrice thompson
Vice President
Georgia Tech Alumni Association
Robin mcferrin
treasurer
Stellantis
Ashley Kongs
secretary
AstraZeneca
