Eriks Brolis

Eriks Brolis has extensive experience in economic development and environmental sustainability, currently serving as the Director of Economic Development & Strategic Initiatives at The Nature Conservancy since September 2016, focusing on West Virginia and the Central Appalachians. Previously, Eriks founded and led memeTree Social Enterprise Consultants, advising social ventures globally, and co-owned Namaste Solar Electric, where significant growth was achieved, earning accolades for innovation and democratic business practices. As President of the Board of Directors of the Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association, Eriks successfully advocated for critical renewable energy policies. Eriks's academic background includes a Bachelor's degree in International Studies from William & Mary, and a Master's certificate in Agroforestry from the University of Missouri-Columbia.