Natalie Jakub

Natalie is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University where she holds a B.A degree with a concentration in Marketing and a Master’s degree in Social Foundations – Eco-Justice Education. After finishing her education, Natalie started as a Volunteer Coordinator at Green Living Science through the AmeriCorps VISTA program – spending two years building the organization’s database of volunteers. Natalie has progressed in her 7 years with Green Living Science, and now serves as the organization’s Executive Director. She is a certified TRUE Advisor – helping facilities achieve zero-waste. She assisted in the development of a program focused on helping businesses reduce their waste and establishing sustainable recycling programs.

In addition to her role at Green Living Science, Natalie serves as the chair of the Recycling and Waste Reduction subcommittee with Detroit City Council’s Green Task Force influencing policy at a local level. She is also an active member of the Policy Subcommittee for the Michigan Recycling Coalition which focuses on state legislation. Natalie is an alumna of the MSU Extension Great Lakes Leadership Academy - Leadership Advancement Program and a current participant of the Environmental Leadership Program.