
Meet Our Team
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Rochelle Byrne
FOUNDER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Rochelle began her environmental journey with a shoreline cleanup in her community, leading her to found A Greener Future in 2014. With eight years of environmental education and experience, Rochelle's commitment to sustainability earned her the 2017 Environment Award from the City of Pickering and a Premiere’s Award Nomination in 2023. Notably, she paddled 430 km across Lake Ontario to raise awareness about plastic pollution, a feat documented in the film "Shoreline: The Paddle Against Plastic."
Through A Greener Future, Rochelle has spearheaded initiatives like the UNSMOKE Butt Blitz, Love Your Lakes Program, and Litter Art Project, engaging communities nationwide in environmental stewardship. Her contributions to the environmental industry exemplify her dedication to raising awareness, empowering individuals, and advocating for sustainable practices, ultimately shaping a greener future for generations to come.
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Gregory Waclawek
PROGRAM MANAGER
Greg is a passionate Environmental Scientist with an MA in Sustainability Studies and a deep commitment to community-based conservation. As A Greener Future’s Program Manager, Greg oversees volunteer engagement, event logistics, and data-driven impact reporting.
With a diverse background in environmental consulting, municipal planning, and grassroots outreach, Greg brings technical expertise and hands-on experience to his role. He previously worked with A Greener Future as a Program Assistant, where he recruited volunteers, led cleanups, and developed a creative microplastic collection tool, the Nurdle Net.
Greg serves as Chair of the Oshawa Environmental Advisory Committee, advising city council on local climate and environmental policy. His collaborative approach and systems thinking make him a key driver of our mission to build cleaner, healthier communities.
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Kymberly Reid
DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER
Kymberly is a digital marketing strategist with a decade of experience driving impactful campaigns for non-profit organizations, both locally and internationally. Her background in multimedia content creation and non-profit communications is strengthened by a Master of Arts in Design for Social Impact, where she explored nature-inspired design, biomimicry, to address sustainability challenges like water scarcity.
As A Greener Future’s Digital Marketing Manager, Kymberly oversees online strategy, brand growth, and community engagement, leveraging AI and SEO. She is passionate about visualizing research and data to create compelling narratives that amplify AGF's mission and connect with diverse audiences.
Outside of work, she participates in a poetry group and loves to express her creativity through pottery.
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Nino Lovell
COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT
With a Bachelor of Film and TV and multiple film awards to her name, Nino brings a strong foundation in visual storytelling and digital communication to her role as Communications Assistant. With over a decade of experience in photography, videography, editing, and diverse content creation, she crafts compelling messages that foster a greater appreciation for the planet. Driven by the organization’s mission to eliminate waste, Nino is passionate about spreading this message to drive authentic audience growth.
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Alannah Exelby
PROGRAM ASSISTANT - HAMILTON/VANCOUVER
Alannah recently graduated with a Bachelor of Health Sciences from Carleton University and is now pursuing a Master of Public Health at the University of British Columbia. Passionate about the intersection of environment and community health, she believes our well-being is deeply connected to the health of our ecosystems. Her commitment to sustainability and action-driven solutions led her to join A Greener Future. She also enjoys playing volleyball and tennis, and visiting garden centres and food markets.
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Recia Thomas
PROGRAM ASSISTANT - DURHAM REGION
Recia has been a lifelong nature enthusiast, but later developed her passion for environmental sustainability in university. Her passion for environmental sciences and conservation biology led her to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Recia has maintained a profound sense of duty to her community, the environment, and future generations, leading her to join A Greener Future. Outside of work, Recia enjoys volunteering with CLOCA's Conservation Area Trail Stewards program and spending time with her pup, Frankie.
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