Board Election 2026
Voting is now open for the 2026 Green America Board of Directors Election!
Green America's Board is a member-elected stakeholder board with representatives elected by individual members, business members, and Green America worker-members. Board members serve 3-year terms; the full board convenes on a quarterly basis with additional sessions on special topics as needed. Our candidates are passionate about Green America and our mission to harness economic power for social justice and environmental sustainability.
Now is your chance to weigh in on Green America’s leadership! Meet your candidates below and cast your vote by Thursday, March 12.
Lane Spigner, Longwave Financial
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The opportunity to help influence system-level change that makes sustainable, values-aligned business the norm rather than the exception is a professional and personal priority. I am excited to be considered for the Board of the Green Business Network.
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and Director of Sustainability at Longwave Financial, I advise individuals, families, and closely held businesses on aligning capital with environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and long-term economic resilience. This includes advising on investment strategies, evaluating environmental and social risks and opportunities, and helping clients integrate sustainability goals into decision-making. I have advised on philanthropic and mission-aligned structures—such as donor-advised funds and values-driven investment policies—that reinforce sustainable business practices across generations.
In addition to my professional work, I have volunteered as a mentor to LGBTQ youth through the Ali Forney Center, supporting young people who have experienced housing instability as they build skills, confidence, and long-term pathways to stability and opportunity. This experience grounded my commitment to equity, dignity, and practical impact in communities most in need.
I bring experience and passion for translating sustainability principles into practical, market-ready decisions. I am particularly drawn to the Green Business Network’s role in setting credible standards, supporting responsible entrepreneurs, and amplifying businesses that demonstrate leadership and outcomes rather than performative commitment.
I would bring to the Board a collaborative mindset, strong financial and governance expertise, and a deep belief that well-designed economic systems can be powerful drivers of environmental health, equity, and shared prosperity.
Michelle Wilson, Athens Impact
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Michelle enjoys serving on the Green America board and would like to continue offering their unique set of skills and providing diversity to group, including the perspective of those in the rural Midwest.
Michelle is an entrepreneur, financial advisor and fiduciary that specializes in socially responsible investments. Located in the rolling hills of Appalachia, giving back to the community is baked into their business model. In addition to offering a comprehensive wealth management experience focused on sustainable practices and working with non-profit organizations to provide services to those affected by poverty, they enjoy helping a diverse group of people with unique financial needs, including those engaged in sex work.
As a member of the LGBTQ+, poly, and kink communities, they engage in volunteer work that provides resources, education, and speaking engagements around diversity issues both locally, nationally, and internationally. Outside of the office, Michelle enjoys living amongst the trees with their partner, Anastasia, and their dogs, Theo and Roux. They are grateful to be doing something that matters and makes a difference in the world.
Qualifications: Michelle owns Athens Impact Socially Responsible Investments. With 30 years of experience in the financial services industry and a master’s degree in financial planning, they hold the Chartered Socially Responsible Investment Counselor® certification and are working towards a certificate in Regional Impact Investing offered by the Sustainable Investment Forum.