Our Team
staff
leigha benford | chief executive officer
Leigha has a graduate diploma in Science Communication from Laurentian University and a Bachelor’s degree in Bio-Resource Management from the University of Guelph
Leigha has been with reThink Green since 2016, first as Communications Director and now as its Chief Executive Officer.
Leigha believes that Sudbury has a major role to play in the environmental movement for northern Ontario communities.
Sustainability matters to Leigha for “a million reasons, but now mostly because I’m a mom. I want my daughter to grow up with clean water, clean air, and access to everything that I’ve been able to access. I do what I do for her and her generation.”
When Leigha isn’t working on reThink Green programs and advancing sustainability she practices yoga, active living and healthy eating. She can often be found outside enjoying what Sudbury has to offer with her family.
adam churchard | development coordinator
Adam is an environmental sustainability advocate with a background in fundraising, education, and community outreach. During his career he has had the opportunity to contribute to several important causes, including roles with Community Legal Education Ontario, York University, and the Toronto Environmental Alliance. He is excited to return to environmental work with reThink Green and help empower community driven climate action.
Adam’s educational background is in the social sciences. He holds a master's degree in international relations from McMaster University and a bachelor's degree in political science from Carleton University. In his spare time, you can find Adam hiking or out in his kayak.
david stgeorges | community engagement specialist
David St.Georges is a leader in environmental sustainability and community resilience, currently serving as the Community Engagement Specialist at reThink Green. With over a decade of experience in communications and disaster management within the not-for-profit sector, David is dedicated to empowering municipalities and First Nations communities in Northern Ontario to adapt to climate change. Leading reThink Green's community outreach and development, he helps to bolster best practices between frontline agencies to create the most efficient environmental impact.
Before joining reThink Green, David played a pivotal role in disaster response and community engagement with the Canadian Red Cross. He led change management processes, built community response networks, and instructed disaster management courses, equipping organizations with the tools to navigate crises effectively. His extensive experience in training, communications, and program development has strengthened his ability to drive impactful initiatives that bridge environmental challenges with practical solutions.
A strategic thinker and advocate for climate resilience, David actively collaborates with local governments, Indigenous leaders, and environmental organizations. He is passionate about fostering partnerships that lead to tangible climate action, ensuring that Northeastern Ontario's communities have the resources and knowledge to thrive in a changing world. David holds extensive expertise in AI tools and process optimization, which he integrates into his work to enhance efficiency and engagement.