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Melissa Parmer, R.D., senior supervisor at the Gilbert (Ariz.) Public Schools, was responsible for the coordination of an $8 million annual budget, the day-to-day supervision of six dietetic interns and menu nutrient analysis at her former position at Paradise Valley Unified School District.

Mark Petrino dishes on the creation of a dining Green Guard.

What sets Meagan Jones, environmental specialist for Housing & Food Service at the University of Texas at Austin, apart from the average employee is her high energy level and passion for sustainability.

Penn State's Brandon Hendricks has the exceptional ability to problem solve, turn problems into opportunities and follow through.

David Prescott learned carpentry from his father.

Overlook Hospital's Samantha Martin picks things up very quickly, and subtly enhances processes as opposed to just following the status quo.