Sustainable Interior Design is Trish’s passion. She has studied and researched how design factors including space planning, choosing materials with low environmental impacts, and incorporating well-being policies, can impact the health of people in buildings. Trish is a WELL™ Accredited Professional, Fitwel™ Ambassador, RESET™ Air Accredited Professional, Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP), a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and has achieved a Master’s degree in Human Resources. She has also worked for more than twenty years as a HR consultant in the Natural Resources industry.

As the principal of Matthews Design Group, Trish has worked hard on building a successful green design consultancy that assists architects, project managers, engineers, and designers, on creating sustainable, high performance living and work environments. Feel free to reach out to Trish directly at the following email.

Trish is also the CEO of Green Wise Academy™, MDG’s Canadian Sustainability Training, Certification and Mentorship company; creator of the Green Wise Certification Standard™.

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Sarah is an extremely organized and creative individual that has years of experience in Interior Design, Commercial Project Design and has owned multiple businesses (such as a Interior Design business, a global creative online brand and a coffee shop). Therefore, topics such as marketing, social media, course creation, and the visual arts come naturally. Her love of all things organized and artistic allows her to understand the process behind new builds, developments and green/ sustainable certifications. Sarah believes that the importance of creating a user-friendly and sustainable guideline for our current world, will not only help us all prepare for a healthier future, but also allow our creativity to expand in many different ways.

 

Sarah is also the Creative COO of Green Wise Academy™, MDG’s Canadian Sustainability Training, Certification and Mentorship company; creator of the Green Wise Certification Standard™.

Jotveer is a compassionate, friendly, and extremely organized person. Jotveer’s focus, hardwork, and love of learning has allowed her to receive her Architectural Building Technologist Diploma, as well as receive certifications such as WELL™, BREEAM™ Associate, FitWel™ and RESET™. With a true passion for art, organization, architecture and green/ sustainable design, Jotveer believes in putting the health of people first in the buildings and communities as it is integral for elevating the quality of life of each individual. She believes that green building design is where wellbeing and sustainability come together to create prosperity for building users and help people thrive and is a promoter of education on topics such as indoor air quality and promoting a wellness based approach to design.

Eren Bastanoglu is a fun and enthusiastic individual that loves scuba diving in his spare time. He is a green building consultant specialized in LEED™ certification and energy modeling and a civil engineer with a master’s degree in green buildings. Eren has been working as a green building consultant since 2011 and has completed projects in various countries, including but not limited to the USA, Germany, Japan, Israel, Turkey, and Uganda. Eren’s LEED™ projects have a total of 5 million square feet of building area and seven of them are certified as LEED™ Platinum. He has provided LEED™ and energy modeling training to various organizations including Green Building Councils in Turkey and Georgia, Chambers of Turkish Engineers and Architects, and multinational corporations.

Tonnette is a natural in sales, for she is a kind and social butterfly that focuses on trust and honesty within all the relationships that she creates. Sustainability and green design have always been an interest of hers, having owned multiple businesses that have focused on the topics of design, furniture design and communication. Tonnette thoroughly believes in the strong emotional connection that people feel when it comes to the decisions that they make and why they make them. With her strong health, wellness, and yoga background, Tonnette has been able to blend her dynamic message of healthy living into all the aspects of her life. Creating a healthier, happier, and more loving world is the driving force behind everything that she does.

After a few decades as a Physical Education Instructor, it’s no surprise that Ron is extremely active, social, outgoing and friendly with everyone that he meets. A proud family man and influencer of healthy living, advising on the importance of wellness and air quality throughout spaces comes naturally. Ron believes it’s easy for people to increase physical and mental health along with productivity in the workplace. Striving to promote the idea of encouraging all new buildings in Canada to be encouraged to have green/ energy efficient components, along with minimal pollution is key; not only for the health and safety of everyone today, but also for the future of our families.

Sarah is a thoughtful, magnetic and dynamic changemaker that loves to be of service. Over the last two decades Sarah has thrived as a nonprofit / social impact leader, philanthropist, and executive leadership coach, with experience in local, national and international development (including the UN’s sustainable development goals). A highly strategic thinker, she is experienced in leading on the execution of an inspiring vision and in establishing crucial relationships with individual, corporate and institutional partners to realize that vision. With a mission of sharing beauty and love with the world, Sarah strives to harmoniously connect the world of business, sustainability and design.

Sarah is also the Customer Experience and Engagement Director of Green Wise Academy™, MDG’s Canadian Sustainability Training, Certification and Mentorship company; creator of the Green Wise Certification Standard™.

Jackie Goode is a seasoned HR aficionado with over a decade of navigating diverse sectors, from food & beverage manufacturing to cutting-edge tech startups and strategic HR consulting. Renowned for her precision and meticulous approach, Jackie is the driving force behind optimizing organizational efficiencies and fostering thriving workplace cultures.

Beyond her professional prowess, Jackie is a passionate community leader. She spearheads the Kelowna Workplace Culture Group, champions the Lake Country Community Fridge—a labour of love aimed at supporting her community—and cherishes moments with her husband, daughter, and faithful canine companion. With a philosophy that knowledge empowers improvement, Jackie is dedicated to igniting positive change wherever she goes.

Jackie is also the Knowledge and Policy Guru for Green Wise Academy™, MDG’s Canadian Sustainability Training, Certification and Mentorship company; creator of the Green Wise Certification Standard™.

Karen is a firm believer in the profound impact of deep understanding and authentic connections in transforming our world. As a leader specializing in transformational change management, and more recently in sustainability, she is dedicated to guiding individuals and organizations through evolutionary journeys. Karen is driven by the belief that deeper understanding enhances relationships and strengthens communities. Through effective communication and trust-building, she strives to foster a more inclusive and cooperative world.

Her methods are shaped by seven years of intensive training under global visionaries and enriched by diverse experiences across the globe; this enables her to offer unique insights into leadership, cultural dynamics, and personal discovery. Throughout Karen’s career she has had the privilege of working with esteemed clients such as Alberta Health, the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Telus Mobility, and numerous medical clinics. Karen’s goal is to empower individuals to embrace their true selves, catalyzing personal and communal evolution. Her mission extends beyond mere change; it is about guiding us towards a harmonious future where each individual can thrive.

Karen is also the Transformation and Engagement Director of Green Wise Academy™, MDG’s Canadian Sustainability Training, Certification and Mentorship company; creator of the Green Wise Certification Standard™.