Kassie Siegel is director of the Center for Biological Diversity’s Climate Law Institute. Her work consists of developing and implementing campaigns for the reduction of greenhouse gas pollution.
Robert Parry is an American investigative journalist who was widely recognized for his work with the Associated Press on the Iran-Contra story and uncovering Oliver North’s involvement. He founded Consortium News in 1995.
David Phillips is the creator and co-administrator of the Pragmatic Progressive Page on Facebook, and Editor in Chief of The Big Slice, a progressive webzine.
Dr. Christopher Ryan is an author and psychologist who received a BA in English and American literature from Saybrook University in San Francisco, California. He is best known for his groundbreaking 2010 book Sex at Dawn.
Dr. Cathleen Mann, a Colorado native, has earned a doctorate in psychology and has been a licensed counselor for 18 years. Dr. Mann has done clinical and forensic work, and provided consultations for 26 years in mental health.
Ceal Smith founded the Renewable Communities Alliance in 2009. This nonprofit organization was her response to destructive large-scale industrial solar development and the need for sustainable and equitable renewable energy alternatives.
Professor Thomas is an author, blogger, and political scientist who has written extensively on competition for investment, subsidies and multinational corporations.
Adam Siegel has 30 years of experience in the national security, international policy, and energy sectors. He writes frequently on the intersection of energy, environmental, business, and society issues.