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Sustainablity Collective
A group dedicated to practical, local, and accessible ways to live more sustainably and care for our environment.
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Explore environmental sustainability, regenerative practices, and ethical innovation
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Think long-term about people, planet, and community systems in Happy Valley
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Examine how resources, technology, and systems shape future outcomes
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Encourage intergenerational responsibility and resilient leadership
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Support practical solutions that balance growth with environmental responsibility
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Engage in dialogue, experimentation, collaboration, and action
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Empower individuals and communities to build thriving, sustainable futures
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Led by: Janejira Kalsmith, Stephanie Herbstritt & Keleigh Asbury
Upcoming Sustainablity Collective Events
Entrepreneurship Circles
About Circles
Circles are small, intimate groups within a Collective that bring members together around a shared focus — whether that's a specific topic, project, or time of day that works for your schedule. Think of a Collective as your community, and a Circle as your crew. Each Circle meets regularly, giving you a consistent space to go deeper, build real relationships, and stay accountable with a group that gets it.
WEAM
Women's Entrepreneurship & Mentorship: Meets the second Tuesday of each month at noon. Capped at a small number of participants to keep conversations meaningful and intimate. Currently full.
Leaders
Andrea Pandolfi
Angel Mariotti
WINGS
Women's Networking Group: Meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Happy Valley LaunchBox. Open to all members, with rotating topics driven by what members want to explore and discuss.
Leaders
Andrea Pandolfi
Angel Mariotti
New Circle
Start a New Circle Have an idea for a group? New Circles can be formed by Collective leadership for members who want to connect around a specific entrepreneurship focus or meet at a time that works for them. Reach out to get the conversation started.
Leaders
Andrea Pandolfi
Angel Mariotti
New Circle
Start a New Circle: Have an idea for a group? New Circles can be formed by Collective leadership for members who want to connect around a specific entrepreneurship focus or meet at a time that works for them. Reach out to get the conversation started.
Leaders
Andrea Pandolfi
Angel Mariotti
Meet the Leaders
Amy
Schirf
Amy has been the Education Coordinator for the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority for the past 19 years. She promotes recycling education through print and online media, facility tours, presentations, and community outreach. She writes a monthly recycling column for the Centre Daily Times and is a frequent guest on local radio shows discussing recycling and sustainability. Previously, Amy served as Education Director for the Professional Recyclers of Pennsylvania, where she administered the Recycling Professional Certification Program. She holds a B.S. in Environmental Studies from Youngstown State University.
