Michelle is well versed in the ins and outs of commercial rating systems and assisting clients to compare, select, and implement the best system.  As Associate Principal, she leads the certification process on ground-up projects, renovations, and last-minute contractor rescue operations, supporting design and construction teams with efficiency and awareness. Michelle is tireless in her dedication to detail, managing timely project team participation, and keeping the ship aright. She understands how to work with rating systems and their governing bodies, honing her ability to craft approaches that achieve the intent of underlying sustainability principles, while also being a best fit for her clients.  Michelle also oversees the implementation and improvement of the team’s service delivery tools, mentors and trains staff, develops industry trainings, and has a personal passion for waste reduction and recycling.