Conference Team

Here is the group working to put on the Biochar 2025 event. When you see us at the conference please introduce yourself!

Myles Gray
Executive Director, U.S. Biochar Initiative

Driving biochar’s future with science, strategy, and market expertise.

Tina Metzer
Conference Organizer & Biochar Advocate

Building connections, communities, and momentum for biochar.

Kathleen Draper

Jim Doten

Harry Groot
Associate, Dovetail Partners Inc.

Bridging biochar research and real-world sustainability solutions.

Timothy Hegberg
Founder, SunshineHouse.XYZ

Merging digital strategy with sustainability to grow the biochar industry.

Nargest Hematimatin
Postdoctoral Associate, University of Minnesota

Advancing biochar science for a greener, more resilient future.

Emily Kahn
Founder, Green Fern Event

Elevating events with sustainability and innovation.

Ryder Nicholas
Events Manager & Sustainability Coordinator

Bringing people together for purpose-driven, sustainable events.

Nick Rich-Vetsch
Vice Chair of MN Biochar Initiative

Reframing Waste as a Resource

Ian Roback
Founder, Clear Water Nitrate Reduction

Innovating at the intersection of water, waste, and carbon solutions.

Lauren Boritzke Smith
Founder, Heartseed Creative

Crafting impactful climate stories through design and communication.