3EStrategies
Core Consulting Team
Cylvia Hayes, Executive Director
Cylvia is the founder and Executive Director of 3EStrategies. She has 17 years of professional experience in sustainability issues including sustainable energy, green building, waste prevention and sustainable economics. In 2005, Cylvia was honored as a Top 50 Leader in Oregon by Oregon Business magazine. She was chosen by Cascade Business News as a 2006 Top 40 Under 40 and was just named the 2006 Central Oregon “Earth Star”. Cylvia is currently co-chairing Governor Kulongoski’s Renewable Energy Working Group. She serves on the Central Oregon Economic Development Strategy Committee and the Bend 2030 Vibrant Economy action planning group. She ran for the Oregon Legislature in 2002, using the campaign to elevate the issues of sustainable development. She holds a Masters in Environmental Studies degree from The Evergreen State College. Hayes was recently chosen as one of the 1,000 people to be trained by former Vice President Al Gore to deliver the climate change presentation that is the basis of An Inconvenient Truth.
Phil Berry
In 1978, Phil Berry began his career working in the field we now call “sustainability.” Over those thirty years, Phil has been one of the world’s leaders in helping businesses define and integrate profitable sustainability practices into their global business operations. Phil has done this work for the State of Oregon, the U.S. military, as an international consultant, and for a number of private sector employers. Most recently, Phil’s sustainability work has been at Nike, Inc., where he has worked since 1997. Phil has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Science from Portland State University, where he works intermittently toward a Master’s Degree in Cultural Anthropology. Phil and his wife Joanna live with their ten year-old daughter and three dogs in Brooks, Oregon, in the northern Willamette Valley. They also share a grown son, and a daughter who attends the University of WA in Seattle.
David Rafkind
David has a background in engineering, design, robotics and environmental science. His secondary education was built upon a foundation of hard sciences and mathematics with an emphasis in environmental science and hands studies of clime science and reconstruction. His unique skill set enables him to bring together individuals and institutions, exchange knowledge and convert ideas into action. He holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Environmental Science from Western Washington University.
Scott Steele
Scott earned a Bachelor of Architecture, Summa Cum Laude, from the University of Oregon after earning an Associate of Science in Engineering and Geology Studies from Central Oregon Community College. In addition, he undertook Landscape Architecture Studies at the University of Oregon. Scott is a licensed Architect in Oregon, California, Washington, Idaho, Arizona, Montana, & Colorado. Scott opened the office of Steele Associates Architects on April 1, 1996 and is now the largest architectural firm in Central Oregon. He is a (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) LEED accredited design professional. His goal is to create truly unique design solutions for each project, drawing inspiration from each individual site and client. His genuine love of Central Oregon’s natural environment has fueled his drive to “spread the green gospel” through education and example. His work and community service have earned him numerous design and business awards.