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Lindsay executes on national partnerships and OEM contracts by developing and implementing communications strategies supporting a direct sales channel to co-sell. She creates and executes on the company's partnership planning and forecasting of impact, and drives partnerships to their most optimal levels. Previously, Lindsay was the Communications Director for Pearl, overseeing the public relations, media, messaging, and communications company-wide.

Lindsay was the Director of Marketing and Communications for the Building Performance Association, an energy efficiency nonprofit focused on advocacy and education in the weatherization and home performance industry. Prior to her work at BPA, Lindsay was an independent consultant and built a wide variety of clientele ranging everywhere, and in between, builders, banks and bars.

Ms. Bachman graduated summa cum laude from Georgetown University, with a Master’s degree in Public Relations and Corporate Communications. In addition to her love of travel, food, and friends, Lindsay is passionate about helping other mothers find “their village.” She is a co-founder and admin of the largest moms group in western Pennsylvania.

“Growing up the daughter of an ENERGY STAR® builder-father and a realtor-mother, I’ve seen first hand the missional design, build, and sale of an energy efficient home. I’ve witnessed contracts gained and lost because of that commitment. I believe Pearl is changing the way America buys and sells homes by way of making those high-performing features visible and valued at the time of sale. I’m excited to be part of a team committed to bending the ear of American homeowners and transforming the market toward healthy and sustainable living.”

Justin is a Senior Software Engineer tasked with bringing Pearl Certification's Green Door application to mobile.

Previously, Justin was the Chief Operating Officer at SyncGrades, an ed-tech company based in Pennsylvania that builds classroom management software for New York City schools. At SyncGrades, he was responsible for the daily operations of the company, along with development of mobile applications and web tools.

Prior to working at SyncGrades, Justin was the Director of Software Engineering at Scitent, an e-learning company based in Charlottesville, VA, that provides learning solutions primarily to medical boards. At Scitent, Justin rebuilt the engineering team, brought engineering rigor to the company, reduced and streamlined the maintenance burden, and led the development of several new systems. Justin has a wealth of knowledge and experience writing software and managing engineering teams.

Justin is British but has lived in the United States, off and on, for 39 years. He is married with two daughters, a cat named Greg, and a dog named Violet. Justin spends his time, among many other things, hiking and mountain biking.

"More than ever before, we need to turn our attention to sustainability, efficiency, and support of our planet and ecosystem, and joining Pearl is one of the ways in which I can contribute to this effort. Building mobile capabilities for Pearl that make home systems management more accessible and easier to use will promote understanding of these needs; I am happy to be a part of this important effort."

Amy has over 15 years working in residential energy. Amy’s passion is helping good quality companies make money doing the right thing. Her expertise spans multiple aspects of the residential energy efficiency industry, with a strong emphasis on how to enhance the contractor experience. She’s provided training to 100’s of contractors, including many in the Pearl Network. Ms. Beley has presented at multiple conferences and events across the country and consulted with programs designing contractor account services. She has a BA in Environmental Studies and Economics from University of California at Santa Cruz and an MS in Environmental Sciences and Policy from Johns Hopkins University. She serves on the board of the Building Performance Association.

"Working with great companies like those in the Pearl Network is personally and professionally rewarding. I get to see great companies rise above the noise, help homeowners find these companies to get the work done right, and make that work visible. We impact climate change, and fix more homes!”

Kat joins the Pearl Certification team to lead branding, marketing strategy, and lead generation for Pearl’s public sector customers. She brings over 14 years of experience in both public and private sectors and has led the largest enterprise-wide rebranding campaign in the last 50 years for a $6B state agency. Her speciality is in digital marketing and lead generation with a focus on data-based campaign optimization. Prior to her state service, she was a special education teacher for 10 years.

Kat graduated from the University of Maryland Baltimore County with a bachelor’s in Education and is currently pursuing a master's in the Psychology of Leadership at Penn State. She holds various professional certifications from Syracuse University and Georgetown University in advanced digital marketing strategies and facilitation.

In addition to enjoying the outdoors, Kat loves to read and to welcome new neighbors with fresh apple pies and outdoor movie nights. Fun fact, she is also a professionally trained opera singer and wedding photographer.

"Marketing is all about getting the right message in front of the right person at the right time. Pearl’s message will transform communities across the country for years to come, and I am thrilled to join the mission."

As People Services & Legal Manager, Samantha manages all of Pearl's staff- and hiring- related processes, as well as legal matters for the company. Before joining Pearl, Samantha served as Business Manager for an architectural lighting design firm, where she learned to appreciate the complexities of the residential construction/renovation process.

Samantha is based in New York City, and with the exception of six years living in Costa Rica, she has always been happy to call the Big Apple home. She is a bit of an environmental nerd, and happily shares this trait with her science-loving son.

Samantha has a BS in Economics from St. John’s University and is currently pursuing a JD at CUNY School of Law in the evening program. In her free time, she likes to read, cook and spend time outdoors.

Trained as a magazine journalist, Deanna was drawn to the analysis, strategy, and creative problem-solving of marketing in the early days of digital content's rise to power. A veteran of the marketing technology space, she's spent the past decade working with some of the top B2B and B2C brands in the world to develop their digital marketing programs, from audience intelligence through editorial production and optimization. She brings a passion for climate solutions, a love for data, and an "audience-first" approach to Pearl Certification's Homeowner Division, where she works to attract and engage users in Green Door, Pearl's award-winning home performance app.

"As a marketer, I'm a big believer in the impact of human behavior at scale. Pearl has found a way to deliver meaningful, measurable value — in health, comfort, and dollars and cents — to homeowners that can lead to massive positive benefits for the earth. How could I stay away?"

John joined Pearl in July of 2018 bringing with him numerous certifications in building science and over 25 years of hands-on construction experience. His work in the residential, commercial, and heavy industrial fields gives him a broad understanding of what it takes to be successful as a contractor. John is also a certified master trainer, healthy home evaluator, and sits on the board of Healthy Home Environment Association. He shares his knowledge base with the elite Pearl Advantage Contractor Network to ensure their success.

“I’ve always had a great passion for helping to develop the full potential of people and businesses. Being a part of the Pearl Certification team gives me the opportunity to help our customers, the contractors, achieve their goals and potential through delivering the highest quality home performance services of comfort, health, and efficiency to their customers.”

Rachel brings her experience blending strategic implementation with tactical execution to deliver innovative technology products. Prior to joining Pearl Certification, Rachel worked in software delivery and product management for housing finance where her team of analysts and developers worked to deliver new solutions to support the secondary mortgage market. Rachel has an MBA from the University of Maryland and a B.S. from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

“I am passionate about finding technology solutions for challenging business problems. Pearl is bringing new, innovative solutions for promoting energy efficiency in homes and providing additional value to homeowners. It is exciting to work every day to deliver solutions that improve the lives of homeowners.”

Jennifer brings to Pearl her passion for people and the planet. She has extensive experience in business and people operations, data analysis, and project management. Jennifer has lived in Las Vegas, NV; Tampa, FL; Boston, MA; and Salem, NH. She has loved being a part of many different communities and serving them through supporting and partnering with local organizations that are mission-driven to provide access to fresh, healthy food for underserved populations.

When not serving Pearl or the community, Jennifer and her husband enjoy cheese, wine, all things Disney, and visiting America’s ballparks. (Go Red Sox!)

“I am so excited to help our contractor network maximize their partnership with Pearl and ultimately provide more visibility to homeowners helping them to see the value in the excellent work our contractor partners do each and every day to make their homes healthier.”

“Evolution in progress” is a motto Alexia embraces and promotes in every channel of her life. Whether building value and rapport with Pearl's amazing network of contractors as a Success Relationship Manager to supporting women as a Certified Doula as they embark on the journey of motherhood, Alexia recognizes there is always space to shift and evolve as it serves us and our work best.

She supports Pearl Contractors by offering solutions that serve their customers and that support their industry growth. Alexia has extensive experience in operations leadership, account management, and new business development with U.S. domestic and international organizations.

When she isn’t supporting Pearl endeavors and maternal health, she enjoys spending time with her two kids and husband riding bikes, skating, traveling, and DANCING!

“Success is measured not by what you’ve accomplished, but by what you’ve helped someone else accomplish. As part of this growing organization, I get to put this into action every day, and for that blessing, I am so grateful!”

Carlee joins the Public Private Partnerships (P3) team at Pearl to manage the Division's programs. As a Program Manager, she oversees project plans to build the Pearl ecosystem in its target markets. She builds relationships with Pearl's national partners, target market stakeholders, manufacturers, trade associations, and national agencies. The P3 Division works cross-functionally to achieve robust market penetration in each target market of the company's growing portfolio.

Carlee previously worked in the meeting and events industry for 16 years. Her passion for organizing events began as an administrative assistant managing corporate events for a bay area architecture firm. Her career spans venue sales, association planning, destination management, and most recently, she served on the Global Meetings Solutions Team at Autodesk, Inc.

Outside of work, she enjoys volunteering as a way to give back to the communities that have helped her grow as an individual and professional. As a San Francisco native, she has a passion for the local food scene, and as a resident of Marin, she is often out exploring the mountain bike trails near her house.

“Your home and the environment are fundamental to everyone’s health, safety, and daily experience, so educating homeowners to improve both of these is a valuable opportunity to do the right thing for the planet.”

Kelly’s decade of experience, including specialized roles in client service management and task management, has made her uniquely qualified to support Pearl’s Success Team as its Success Coordinator. Kelly is responsible for supporting the development and oversight of department processes and procedures within the Success Team, such as metrics tracking, inbox management, calendar management, internal meeting management, and client correspondence.

As a homeowner, Kelly is invested in the Pearl Certification process because it adds significant value to a home. She has a keen interest in making green-conscious decisions and supporting Pearl's quest of educating homeowners and providing access to achieving their energy-savings goals. Outside of work, Kelly is passionate about travel, cooking, working on her home with her fiancé, and spoiling their three dogs.

“Team organization can be established and maintained by utilizing a foundation of cohesive data storage systems as the basis for a network of information that is both functional and intuitive.”

Derek leads the sales team at Pearl that identifies and adds high quality professionals into the elite Pearl Network.

Previously, Derek was the Director of Sales for Sun Valley Solar Solutions, one of Arizona’s most established and respected solar companies. Prior to his work at SVSS, Derek led regional, national, and international sales and business development efforts across the renewable energy, cable, and telecommunications industries.

Mr. Estes holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Business Administration from California Coast University. Beyond a love of family, friends, travel, coffee, and Latin American culture, Derek is passionate about supporting animal welfare initiatives throughout the world.

Marlo joined Pearl Certification in April 2022. As Success Relationship Manager, Marlo focuses on CRM management as it relates to sales processes, measurement, and reporting. After teaching for 25 years, Marlo shifted career goals to focus on coaching teachers. She is excited to use her years of experience to help educate people on the benefits of the Pearl Certification process.

Marlo is currently building a new home, which has helped her to personally learn the value that the Pearl Certification process adds to a home. Her years of experience working with people across the country and from different backgrounds inspired her strong interest in helping educate people on how to save money on energy costs and improve the value of their home.

Outside of work, Marlo enjoys traveling, being outdoors, and spending time with her husband, Jeff, and Newfoundland, Stella.

“I enjoy empowering Pearl's elite contractors with the tools and resources to assist and educate homeowners about energy efficiency so that they can make improvements that will increase the value and comfort of their homes.”

Stephanie brings a unique background in operations and HR to Pearl’s People Services Team. Her diverse and unconventional journey, stemming from performing arts management and nonprofit work to start-up sales to legal operations and HR, has contributed to her philosophy that in all industries, what matters the most are the PEOPLE. The people you hire, the people you serve, the camaraderie, and the fostering of healthy relationships are the keys to success in any business. She is proud to hold true to this commitment as Pearl’s first dedicated Recruiter and is delighted to help permeate Pearl’s culture of integrity, stewardship, and excellence with her new colleagues.

Originally hailing from New York and Maryland, Stephanie received her BFA from the University of Miami, and other than a short, nine-month stint in Connecticut post-graduation, she never went back “up North." She and her husband Carlos enjoy taking their Shih-Poo pup to the beach despite his extreme reluctance to get his paws wet.

Stephanie used her “free time” during the Covid 2020 shutdown to complete a Certificate in Human Resource Management and looks forward to dedicating her time to building a strong team fostering environmentally healthy initiatives!

Nathan has over eight years of experience in the energy-efficiency industry in both Canada and the U.S., ranging from leading an insulation installation crew as a BPI Building Analyst and Envelope Professional to managing energy and water conservation campaigns in low-income, multi-family housing communities. After taking a few years away from the industry to work as a political campaign organizer and complete a B.A. in Economics at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, he is excited to continue mission-driven, impactful work with Pearl.

In his free time, Nathan is a voracious reader and enjoys gardening and exploring the North Carolina mountains with his beloved springer spaniel, Mikey.

As the Senior Sustainability Analyst, Kerry researches and analyzes energy-efficient, sustainable, resilient, and well-being strategies to support Pearl’s Certification system. Before joining Pearl, she served as the Executive Director of the Efficient Windows Collaborative (EWC), a nonprofit organization to promote energy-efficient fenestration products by providing unbiased information and comparative online tools.

With a master's and bachelor's of Architecture from the College of Design and a Certificate in Data Analytics and Visualization from the College of Continuing Education and Professional Studies at the University of Minnesota, Kerry has over 20 years of experience researching and promoting energy-efficiency, sustainability, and the health/well-being of occupants in the built environment. She is also a LEED AP BD+C, a WELL AP, and a Fitwel Ambassador.

Outside of work, Kerry enjoys spending time with her family, enjoying the outdoors, participating in various sporting activities, and working on her many crochet projects. She is also passionate about giving back to the local community. She is a Water Quality Monitor for the lake by her home and is a weekly Meals on Wheels driver.

“I am passionate about sustainable and healthy environments. Pearl Certification emphasizes and promotes sustainable design by addressing energy efficiency, resiliency, water conservation, healthy indoor environments, and reduced impact on the natural environment.”

As Homeowners Operations Manager, Claudia endeavors to optimize the experience of homeowners who reach out to Pearl Certification. With a diverse background in hospitality and event planning, Claudia has always been passionate about the environment and also brings her love of organized planning to the team.

When she is not working, you will often find Claudia swimming, biking, or running around Longmont, Colorado to balance her love of baking and enjoying her many creations in the kitchen, which sometimes her dog, George, also benefits from.

"As a new home owner, I am glad to know more about how to make my home healthier for me and also more efficient. With Pearl Certification, homeowners have the tools to make their home high-performing, and I'm excited to be a part of their improved environmental and health journey!"

April brings her diverse background in real estate, marketing, and entertainment to the job of Executive Assistant to CEO Cynthia Adams. A true people person and collaborator, April helps to keep the wheels on the Pearl bus (a clean emissions bus of course) at all times.

Born and raised in New York, April began her career braving the wilds of the Los Angeles entertainment industry as an assistant to the top talent agents in the business. The show Entourage pretty much sums up the experience. After meeting her husband Josh and having their daughter Lola, the family moved to Atlanta, where April took her skills to the real estate industry. But the mountains were calling and the family now calls Boulder, Colorado home. In her spare time April likes to hike, yell at sporting events, explore the Boulder food scene and then hike again to work off said food.

"Pearl's core values exactly echo mine - to be stewards of the earth. How people live is as important as where people live. Helping homeowners make their homes not only more valuable, but healthier and more sustainable is, to me, THE value proposition in real estate."

As Marketing Manager for Pearl’s Real Estate Division, Caprice works to develop and execute marketing campaigns across various channels, building connections with Pearl stakeholders. Before joining Pearl, Caprice served as the Marketing Manager for an architectural lighting design firm, where she received an in-depth look into the process of designing and building residential spaces.

Caprice is based in Queens, New York, where she was born and raised (and unfortunately, became a Mets fan). She believes firmly that clear communication is an important tool in solving any problem and carries this belief in her work to deliver Pearl’s message through marketing.

Caprice has a B.A. in Marketing and Public Relations from CUNY City College of New York. In her free time, she enjoys photographing pretty buildings and "playing" tennis.

“Pearl draws a clear line from home value to home efficiency and comfort. I’m excited to help real estate agents maximize Pearl’s value as they do the same for homeowners.”

Abby is passionate about motivating people to make more sustainable decisions. She was first introduced to the world of home performance while participating in the U.S. Department of Energy’s 2013 Solar Decathlon competition.

After college, Abby went on to research environmental decision-making, and then to manage programs and customer engagement for an energy tech company. Most recently, she consulted and ran online education for a behavioral science company. When she's not working, Abby enjoys hiking, snowboarding, baking, ultimate frisbee, and disc golf. She has lived in the Bay Area in California for 7 years, but has her roots in New England.

"Pearl brings visibility to the value of having a sustainable, comfortable, healthy home. I'm excited to help Pearl's contractors set themselves apart from their competition and maximize Pearl's value."

Jax learned the impact that homes can have on our health and the environment during her many years as a real estate investor and in the HVAC industry. In addition, she developed a passion for assisting contractors, and their employees, in reaching their financial goals and creating positive work environments.

“Being a part of the Pearl Certification team allows me to help contractors, and their employees, achieve their financial goals in addition to assisting homeowners in creating healthier environments for their families while also adding value to their most important investment!”

May joined the Pearl team as a Sales Operations Assistant, supporting the Contractor Sales team with prospecting new leads and all things related to conference planning. Prior to Pearl, she worked in sales and conference management in the hospitality and travel industry for over 20 years. May graduated cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in Hotel and Restaurant Administration from the New York Institute of Technology and a Certificate in Meeting and Conference Management from New York University.

May is a native New Yorker but lived in Beijing for two years. Outside of work, May enjoys spending time with family and friends, card-making, cooking, trying new cuisines, traveling to international destinations, and home DIY projects.

"I am passionate about helping our environment. I am proud to work for a company like Pearl Certification that is dedicated to building a more sustainable and energy-efficient residential market."

Lisa joined the Pearl team in January 2022. As Sales Coordinator, Lisa focuses on CRM management as it relates to sales processes, measurement, and reporting. Lisa is an alumna of the University of South Florida, where she obtained a bachelor's degree in Communication. She utilizes her communications background to research, analyze, and manage demanding situations. Lisa has an extensive background in project management and has supported a sales team for the past 10 years.

Prior to joining Pearl, Lisa worked for a hospitality textile company, as well as a nonprofit energy-efficiency organization. Lisa lives in Florida with her husband and son and enjoys sunshine, yoga, swimming, and the outdoors.

“A healthy and energy-efficient home benefits not only the family living there, but also the environment. It has always been important to me to spend my time working for a company that cares about people, the planet, and makes a difference. Pearl proudly encompasses these principles. Working for Pearl has been a bridge between my personal and professional values.”

Tahisha has several years experience in administration and operations. She will be working closely with Pearl's Sales and Success teams to help streamline processes to ensure clients have a smooth experience. Previously, Tahisha worked in real estate where she worked first-hand with contractors and homeowners to help bring a home into its greatest potential. Tahisha has a passion for people, evidenced by her degree in Psychology from Liberty University. In addition, she is also an avid baker, reader and connector.

"Having had some experience navigating the world of home improvement, I now wish I had known of Pearl's existence! Pearl provides the much needed reassurance when diving into home improvement. Not only does it set standards to ensure the quality of work provided, but Pearl Certification offers homeowners the opportunity to educate themselves on ways to add value and longevity to their homes. Pearl is a winner no matter which way you look at it!"

David is standing up the Residential New Construction (RNC) Division at Pearl. This will allow for new revenue opportunities with the large number of quality home builders who desire to deliver more value to the healthy/high-performance home customer.

Previously, David served as Sr. Manager for Healthy Buildings and Rheem Manufacturing, a global HVAC and water-heating firm. Prior to his work at Rheem, David consulted for investment banks looking to invest in HVAC and channel brands and worked with innovative startups in the commercial building industry. Before that, David worked at Trane Technologies as the marketing leader for builders and property managers for the Trane, Nexia, and American Standard brands.

David graduated from the UVa Darden School of Business with a concentration in marketing and was the recipient of the inaugural Darden “Emmy” for social media. David graduated the U.S. Naval Academy and served in the Special Operation community as a Navy SEAL officer and then in the Intelligence Community as security team leader during the global war on terror.

At home David is passionate about his community and the arts. He is currently on the board of the Mint Museum in Charlotte and is the past board chair of the Arts Empowerment Project, a 501(c)(3) focussed on arts opportunities that ignite change and healing in vulnerable, at-risk youth.

"My father was a builder, and I remember following him around our new house with a bag of nails as he 'reinforced' the framing done by another builder. Being a part of construction imprinted on me, and after my time in HVAC, I gained a renewed appreciation for the intersection of health, wellness, and high-performance construction. This is where Pearl will have impact. I am happy to be part of the mission."

Donovan brings a diverse background of leadership, team development, and strategic vision as Product Manager for Pearl's Green Door® application. Prior to joining Pearl Certification, Donovan led software teams to innovate enterprise-scale cybersecurity solutions with first-of-its-kind threat detection capabilities. His work in manufacturing commercial and industrial air filtration products spans over seven years and provides a broad understanding of the energy-efficiency industry and quality assurance best practices. Based in Louisville, KY, Donovan brings volumes of enthusiasm and analytic skills to execute software products that are useful and exciting.

"I am thrilled to be part of an organization helping homes become healthier, energy efficient, and resilient. Pearl Certification's Green Door® application is a treasure trove of resources providing homeowners with an easy-to-follow, high-performing home upgrade plan and connects them with qualified Pearl Contractor Partners. As a Product Manager, I love building tools that move the needle toward a safer and more sustainable future."

Casey is Pearl’s Senior Vice President of Business Incubation. He supports Pearl’s Public Private Partnerships Division, as well as growth into new market segments, such as new construction and insurance.

Prior to joining Pearl, Casey worked at ICF as a Senior Technical Manager, primarily supporting U.S. EPA’s voluntary programs, such as Home Performance with ENERGY STAR (HPwES), ENERGY STAR Certified Homes (ESCH), ENERGY STAR Verified HVAC Installation (ESVI), and Indoor airPLUS (IAP).

Casey began his career in construction as a small business owner and building scientist (BPI Building Analyst. BPI Envelope Professional, and HERS Rater). He served for four years on BPI’s Standards and Technical Committees and was also a Board Member of Efficiency First.

Casey has an M.B.A. from the University of Maryland University College and a B.S. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania.

When he’s not on the sidelines watching his sons’ soccer games or walking his dogs, you can find Casey working on indoor and outdoor home improvement projects.

“Improving homes impacts all of us – on a global scale all the way down to the family level. Twenty percent of all energy in the U.S. is used in our homes, and much of that is wasted energy. More often than we might think, homes make people sick, adding significantly to our nation’s health care costs. Every home is different, and every resident is different. But we don’t have to 'settle' on poor and average performing homes. We can do better.”

Tyler got his start in sustainability and construction at an early age, watching his grandfather build homes and helping his grandmother on the farm. This early spark turned into a fire during his teenage years, and he went on to get a degree from CU Boulder in Environmental Studies. Tyler’s passions drove him to Energy Acuity, where he learned about the intricate dynamics of the utility-scale renewable energy project development. This experience combined with Tyler’s interest in sustainable homes makes working at Pearl an absolute dream-come-true. In addition to being devoted to energy efficient buildings and sustainable agriculture, Tyler is passionate about bicycling, speaking and reading Hindi, and his furry friends. When he’s not helping our contractor partners differentiate themselves from competition, he’s riding his bike or hiking with his dog on one of the many scenic trails around Boulder, CO.

“As Contractor Sales Executive, I help HVAC and Residential solar contractors set themselves apart from the competition. I’m glad to be at Pearl, as it allows me to help companies that focus on quality work and efficiency close more business. When my partners succeed, I succeed."

Bethany brings her experience working with HVAC, insulation, and other residential contracting businesses across the country to grow the Pearl Contractor Network and manage national expansion into new markets. Bethany was most recently Director of Client Solutions at contractor digital marketing firm Energy Circle in Portland, Maine, where she developed a strong client base of residential contractors and grew the company from a small start-up to a nationally recognized player in the industry. Over the past five years, she has worked with over 400 U.S. contractors in various business development capacities and has gained a deep understanding of contractor perspective in the residential efficiency industry and tactics for sustainable growth. Prior to her work in the contractor sector, Bethany worked for several small businesses in sales and marketing. She holds a B.A. in Communications from Harding University.

“Pearl’s certification products give high-quality contractors a new way to stand out from the competition, while simultaneously providing a game-changing, market-based driver to raise our efficiency standards in the residential market.” Profaizer said. “I’m thrilled to join Pearl and excited to grow a partner network of quality contractors across the U.S.”

Kate had her first taste of home performance when her undergraduate team at Middlebury College participated in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar Decathlon competition in 2011. She went on to work in solar finance with Mosaic in the Bay Area, then pursued her master’s degree in education with a focus on health and wellness. For the last handful of years, Kate has been teaching children and leading professional development training for teachers. She worked with her school district to secure grant funding for solar panels on the school roofs -- both to supply electricity and serve as a real-life tool for STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education. She is thrilled to be part of the Customer Success team at Pearl, where she gets to help contractors maximize the value of Pearl certifications. When off work, Kate enjoys exploring outdoors along the North Oregon Coast with her pup, Crouton.

“Pearl Certification is going to forever change the way we talk about our homes. Gone are the days when a home is just about location and design aesthetic. Empowered with data from Pearl, current and prospective homeowners will start to desire — and demand — high-performing homes. The market will come to expect that a house should keep us comfortable, maximize energy efficiency, and promote both human and environmental health. I’m excited to be part of this real estate revolution!”

Leveraging 15+ years of experience in executive administration and corporate operations, Kerri joins Pearl Certification with a mission to maximize the success of Pearl’s elite contractors. Kerri’s passion for the small details and appreciation of all types of data and information aid her in supporting Pearl’s contractors as they build upon the achievements they have already accomplished.

A lifelong Mainer, Kerri lives with her two daughters and two dogs and enjoys the beauty of the state and all that it has to offer. Most weekends, she hikes with the dogs or tackles a fun home improvement project.

“We generate massive amounts of data and information in nearly every aspect of our lives. In business, understanding how to analyze and utilize that data to propel growth and continued success is a passion of mine. I'm thrilled to be part of Pearl Certification’s mission to help differentiate and elevate the success of our elite network of contractors.”

Nisa supports the Marketing team developing and managing the comprehensive content strategy and overseeing the accurate, on-brand company narrative about how Pearl Certification quantifies and reports the sustainable, energy-efficient features of a home.

With 14 years’ experience in content marketing, Nisa understands how to tailor the message for the target audience, specific medium and for maximum engagement, while evaluating performance through measuring KPIs. She possesses a passion for protecting the environment, leading her to secure membership with an industry sustainability organization and advance environmental conservation efforts at a previous employer.

Nisa graduated cum laude from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a Bachelor of Journalism and a B.A. in Psychology, and she earned her M.S. in Mass Communications from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. When she’s not writing, Nisa enjoys traveling, swimming, audio books, and photography.

“I believe one of the greatest barriers to improving energy-efficiency in new and existing homes is not a lack of desire among homeowners but is rather a lack of information. I am proud to advance Pearl Certification’s mission of creating a more sustainable residential market through education and consistent communication.”

As the Membership Director for Pearl's Real Estate Division, Emily is responsible for training and engaging real estate agents nationwide. As she works with Pearl's growing agent network, Emily identifies and supports market leaders and helps them leverage Pearl Certification to differentiate themselves and their listings. Emily comes to Pearl with over 10 years' experience in the real estate industry, from selling Manhattan condos and co-ops, to training new agents, to working as the CRE account executive for national industrial companies.

After spending 10 years in New York City, Emily moved back near her hometown, outside of Syracuse, NY in early 2020. While she will claim that she made the move begrudgingly, she has realized there is so much to love about upstate New York and the people who live there.

Emily has a B.S. in Accounting, International Business, and Economics from Fairfield University. In her free time, you can find Emily coaching young ski racers, cooking for friends and family, or on adventures with her dog, Mack.

"As a real estate agent, differentiation is key. Now, more than ever before, buyers appreciate the value of a high-performing home, and sellers understand the value of a real estate agent who knows how to properly market those assets. I'm excited to identify today's market leaders who will help Pearl set a new real estate standard!"

As Pearl’s Success Advisor, Ryan works with the company's partner organizations and their customer-facing teams to seamlessly integrate Pearl Certification into their existing presentations and service offerings. Ryan’s background includes service in the U.S. military and federal law enforcement. Prior to joining Pearl Certification, Ryan owned and operated a successful solar and energy-efficiency business wherein he and his team focused on residential and commercial solar and energy-efficiency projects. After selling his company and hanging up his entrepreneur hat, Ryan was eager to continue working with industry professionals through Pearl Certification's partner network.

Ryan is based in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and is a proud sixth-generation Texan. He enjoys spending time with his wife and four kids and working on his family's cattle ranch in his spare time.

“Over the past 22 years of my professional career, I have pursued my own desire to help people achieve their goals. The Pearl Certification culture and mission allows me to continue pursuing my goals, while assisting Pearl’s amazing network of contractors and homeowners pursue theirs.”

Laara enjoys connecting with top-performing contractors and helping them realize the value Pearl Certification brings to their business by underscoring the quality work they're already doing for their customers. Pearl Certified Contractors don't just swap a box; they invest their expertise in the home and make it better and build value and equity for the homeowner.

Laara's career has been focused on technology as a tool to empower across several industries, including digital curriculum, compliance tools, and the culture of ethics and integrity in Fortune 500 companies.

A graduate of Arizona State University, Laara still calls Arizona home. A self-described real estate nerd, her hobby is renovating Mid-Century homes, giving them a new, healthy, sustainable life as a high-performing home. An adventurer by heart, Laara enjoys travel, all things outdoors, food, and friends.

"I am passionate about creating homes that are as healthy, comfortable and efficient for the people who live in them as they are for the environment around them."

John White has more than 15 years of expertise in the residential energy efficiency and new construction industry. He began his career working as a construction field manager for Pulte Homes, where he managed the timely and quality construction of new homes. John subsequently spent nine years working for ICF managing demand side management programs for utilities in the Mid-Atlantic region. During his tenure with ICF, he managed a variety of programs, such as Home Performance with ENERGY STAR, Quick Home Energy Check-up, and Limited Income Energy Efficiency programs.

John is passionate about energy conservation, especially in the residential space. He frequently encourages friends and family to make the energy efficient choice when making improvements to their own homes. Sometimes they listen.

“After so many years helping customers make the energy efficient choice, I’m thrilled to be part of an organization that helps us all realize the value of those improvements. Too often, energy efficiency loses out to a new kitchen or upgraded bathroom. With Pearl Certification, home owners can recoup the value of the energy efficient improvements when they sell their home. The certification Pearl provides guarantees its there.”

Hayden Wilson generates, assesses, and prioritizes sales leads via inbound and outbound social media marketing, email, phone calls, and market research as Pearl Certification’s Sales Lead Generator/Appointment Setter.

Prior to joining Pearl, Hayden worked in sales with a focus on lead generation for market leaders, such as Facebook and Angi Leads (formerly known as Angie's List/Home Advisor). He also possesses a strong background in real estate appraisals through the work he performed at various appraisal management companies.

Hayden’s hobbies include improv, stand-up comedy, karaoke, and a general love for being on stage. He also enjoys traveling with his girlfriend and their two dogs.

"I'm grateful to be part of the Pearl revolution! I’m passionate about supporting my team and Pearl by seeking out and partnering with contractors providing high-quality, energy-efficient services to homeowners across the nation."

Titi brings over 20 years experience in operational risk management to her role as Executive Assistant to COO Robin LeBaron and CTO AC Capehart. Prior to Pearl, she worked at top financial institutions in various departments including Human Resources, Corporate Planning, Technology and Risk Management. Titi has a BBA in Computer Information Systems from Baruch College.

Based in New York, Titi spends her free time as Executive Assistant to her two children, cooking, listening to podcasts and high-tech sci-fi audio books, and promoting civic engagement within her community.

As People Services Generalist, Elishah supports the People Services and Legal Manager in the administration and management of the full life cycle of human resources and compliance matters. Prior to joining Pearl, Elishah briefly joined the legal field, completing internships and serving as an attorney in the public sector and city government. She then enjoyed nine years working in luxury hotels and hospitality. Six of those years she spent in guest-facing roles, and her last three years she served in a Human Resources capacity. From her time in hospitality, she developed her spirit of service leadership and love for serving as a culture and values ambassador for organizations.

Elishah was born and raised in Chicago, IL. She is now a happy resident of Pompano Beach, FL, where she enjoys nature, palm trees, the beach, year-round weather ideal for running, and outdoor living. She is passionate about holistic wellness (mind, body, and spirit) and personal development. She enjoys reading, running, swimming, meditation, yoga, self-care, self-love, positive self-talk, and showing kindness and compassion for herself and others. For Elishah, loving friends and family can be the sweetest medicine for the soul. She is the youngest sister of three older brothers and has seven nieces and nephews, ranging from age 7 to 26. She views being a present, loving, supportive aunt as one of her most important jobs.

Elishah earned her B.S. in Business Administration and a J.D. from DePaul University in Chicago, IL. She plans to begin a M.S. in Human Resources at Florida International University in 2023 and obtain her MBA from FIU soon after.

"I am passionate about people and driving a positive culture and values in an organization. Being part of the Pearl People Services team enables me to work for a mission-driven organization, where culture and values are the bedrock of everything we do. The greatest asset that an organization has is its people. At Pearl Certification, I can collaborate with an outstanding team to develop and administer programs and initiatives that help our team and organization advance our goals and realize our potential."