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Advisory Board

The DENR Secretary established an Advisory Board, not to exceed 15 members, to oversee program development and implementation. Membership consists of a balanced group of manufacturers, industries, industry trade groups, environmental and citizen non-governmental organizations, small businesses, representatives of city and county government, agribusiness, DENR representatives and/or others deemed appropriate. Whenever possible, Environmental Stewards will be given priority for membership. The DENR Secretary has also established a DENR Internal Workgroup to provide technical support and coordination for the Advisory Board and the overall initiative.

Role of Advisory Board  
The advisory board will:

  • Establish ground rules including addressing potential conflict of interest issues;
  • Review program materials;
  • Review applications that meet minimum requirements and recommend Rising Stewards and Stewards;
  • Make recommendations for additional incentives to the Secretary as identified;
  • Review program effectiveness and make any recommended changes to the Secretary. At least annually, provide opportunity for public input on program effectiveness; and
  • Any other duties assigned to them by the Secretary.

Members

Jennifer Adams Corning Inc. Wilmington
Katy Ansardi Sustainable North Carolina Raleigh
Kristin Beck Progress Energy Raleigh
Jack Blackmer Novozymes North America Inc. Franklinton
Dr. Bob Bruck N.C. State University Raleigh
Johnny Small ASMO North Carolina Statesville
Eric Henry TS Designs Burlington
Preston Howard Jr., P.E. MCIC Raleigh
Matt Jordan, P.E. City of Gastonia Gastonia
Danny Miller Fleet Readiness Center East Cherry Point
Todd Miller North Carolina Coastal Federation Newport

A DENR Internal Workgroup will provide technical support to the Advisory Board.

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