Charlie Gonzalez
Director of Engagement & Strategic Partnerships | Sustainability & Climate Solutions Leader | Coalition Builder | Advancing Regenerative Cities, Food Systems & Social Impact
- Role
- Director of Engagement and Strategic Partnerships at Green Umbrella
- Location
- Cincinnati, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Charlie Gonzalez
My career has been guided by a deep belief that the health of people and the planet is rooted in relationship — and that building those relationships across sectors, systems, and communities is key to solving our greatest challenges. I build ecosystems where people feel connected to purpose.Trained as an engineer and shaped by years of activism, organizing, and coalition-building, I’ve built a career at the intersection of sustainability, climate action, and social impact. Over the past 15 years, I’ve led cross-sector initiatives that unite governments, businesses, nonprofits, and communities to advance systemic change — from decarbonizing regional economies to transforming food systems and accelerating circular solutions.Currently, as Director of Engagement & Strategic Partnerships at Green Umbrella, I oversee our communications, development, and membership strategies, align regional partners around measurable sustainability goals, and convene leaders through major events like the Midwest Sustainability Summit. I bring a unique combination of systems thinking, storytelling, and relationship management to every project — integrating data, strategy, and human connection to create lasting impact.I’m now seeking to channel my experience into a mission-driven organization advancing sustainability, philanthropy, circular economy, or global partnership initiatives — with a focus on scaling solutions that build a just, regenerative, and resilient world.
Experience
Director of Engagement and Strategic Partnerships
Jan 2025 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US
As a member of the senior leadership team, I lead strategy, partnerships, communications, and development for one of the nation’s largest regional climate collaboratives. I oversee engagement across 300+ organizations — from local governments to corporations and nonprofits — to scale climate action and build regional resilience. My work focuses on aligning cross-sector partners, advancing equitable sustainability goals, and cultivating funding and membership growth.
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering
1998 — 2002
Xavier University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Urban Sustainability & Resilience
2015 — 2017
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
Business Certificate, Sustainable Agriculture Management
2014 — 2015
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