Our People
Meet the Team
A lean executive team backed by a nationwide network of sustainability professionals.
Bonny Bentzin, LEED AP
Sustainability Expert
An experienced sustainability leader focused on developing and executing sustainability programs in higher education. With 11 years of leadership, management, and consulting experience, Bonny is known for developing the university-wide sustainability vision and University Sustainability Practices at Arizona State University. She is adept at entrepreneurial partnerships and cultivating strong stakeholder networks. Her recent focus includes working with UCLA on their Zero Waste Plan, Sustainability Master Plan, Landscape Master Plan, and Climate Resilience Plan.
Jennifer Andrews
Carbon & Climate Specialist
Jennifer brings deep familiarity with institutional sustainability, having helped campuses measure and manage carbon footprints at Clean Air-Cool Planet for 13 years. She helped launch and develop the Campus Carbon Calculator and holds a Master's degree in psychology and mental health from UNH. Jennifer has led multiple Climate Action Plans including UNH's WildCAP series.
John Ireland
Fractional CFO
John is the President of Upfront Analysis and serves as U-CAN's Fractional CFO. He brings extensive background in business development across many industries, having held formal positions as CEO, CFO, COO, and head of Business Development. John was instrumental in pioneering the Go-Green suite of services at Sightlines that provided 50+ colleges and universities with annual greenhouse gas emission benchmarks.
Our Affiliate Network
Beyond our core team, U-CAN has a broad range of experienced affiliates who contribute specific project expertise. This network model allows us to assemble the ideal team for every engagement — from carbon accounting specialists to renewable energy engineers, policy analysts, and community engagement facilitators.