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June 16, 2025 /3BL/ - The WSLA Alumnae Group is thrilled to announce the appointment of two officers who will play pivotal roles in strengthening and advancing the organization’s mission to support, elevate, and connect women sustainability leaders.
Maureen Eisbrenner has been appointed as WSLA’s first-ever Chief Development Officer (CDO) — a newly established officer role designed to strengthen the organization’s funding and development strategies. As CDO, Maureen will lead efforts to ideate, execute, and expand sponsorship and fundraising opportunities, including WSLA’s annual sponsorship campaign, silent auction, and grant development. Additionally, she will work closely with the board to establish a robust membership program that supports engagement, growth, and sustainability of the organization.
Eisbrenner has consistently shown exceptional dedication to WSLA’s long-term impact, contributing time, talent, and innovative thinking to the group's development efforts. We are excited to officially recognize her leadership in this new officer position.
Said Eisbrenner, "I am honored to serve as WSLA’s first Chief Development Officer and look forward to working with our talented community to strengthen our organization’s mission. Together, we can unlock new opportunities, foster meaningful connections, and drive impactful change for women sustainability leaders everywhere."
We are also pleased to announce Heather Clancy as WSLA’s Secretary. Heather brings both insight and intentionality to this important officer role. Her involvement reflects the strength of WSLA’s ongoing connection with Trellis (formerly GreenBiz) and her passion for transparency, communication, and community building. Since stepping into the role, Heather has already begun work to enhance board operations and documentation practices — a vital step in ensuring WSLA’s continued growth and effectiveness.
Now Accepting Applications for Three Board Positions
To continue building a dynamic and committed leadership team, WSLA is seeking three new board members to serve in the following focus areas:
- General Meeting Programming – Planning and facilitating engaging virtual general sessions.
- Membership Program Coordination – Building and supporting the evolving WSLA community by engaging women who are not yet alumnae and creating inclusive networking opportunities.
- Alumnae Engagement – Enhance alumnae connections through professional development opportunities, job sharing, internal networking platforms, and alumni recognition initiatives.
Board service is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the future of women in sustainability leadership while developing meaningful relationships and expanding your professional impact.
Board Member Commitment Includes:
- Participation in four remote board meetings per year (1.5 hours each)
- Attend at least two of the three annual general meetings (2 hours each)
- Support of WSLA’s fundraising efforts
- Contribution of time and ideas for organizational development and potential committee work
To learn more and apply, visit:
www.wsla.global/board-application
About WSLA Alumnae Group
The WSLA Alumnae Group, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, is a community of past Women in Sustainability Leadership Award winners: over 135 of the most influential women* trailblazers who have become a powerful force in the profession of creating a more sustainable world. The group’s annual awards program, summits, service activities, and mentorship opportunities continue to pave the way in sustainability and for future leaders in the field. For more information, visit https://www.wsla.global.
*WSLA welcomes a diversity of women to unite as a strong collective of unique lived experiences and perspectives committed to sustainability and impactful environmental stewardship. WSLA is a strong proponent, advocate, and practitioner of equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice, and as such is an organization open to all women. Our definition of women is expansive and includes those who may identify as non-binary, genderqueer, gender-expansive, two-spirit, and otherwise do not exist within a gender binary.
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Press Contact:
Rochelle Routman
WSLA Alumnae Group
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.wsla.global
