The KLA Team
The KLA Team is built on decades of experience working with communities, companies, nonprofits and individuals to advance sustainability. Our expertise ranges from community engagement and storytelling to technical work (GHG inventories and GIS mapping) to developing sustainability, resilience and climate action plans. We work together everyday to serve our local government clients, partnering with them to build the sustainable communities they envision. We do this by delivering affordable tools and services to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate sustainability goals and programs. Our team has expertise in strategic climate action and sustainability planning, sustainability indicator identification and reporting, climate change vulnerability assessments, greenhouse gas accounting, communications and marketing, equity-driven community and stakeholder engagement, change management, facilitation, and training.
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Of course, the best way to get to know us is to work with us. So set up a time for a free, casual chat with us about your community’s needs and how our team can help.
Kim Lundgren
Chief Executive Officer
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world, Indeed it’s the only thing that ever has.” — Margaret Mead
- I was elected class comedian of my high school class- I still like to keep lots of witty humor (and sarcasm) in the workplace!
- Every position I have held since 2001, I was the first to hold it
- My motto is work hard, play harder
Mike Steinhoff
Director of Climate Analysis
“We are called to be architects of the future, not its victims.” — Buckminster Fuller
- I've worked with plants from single cell algae to trees to advance sustainability
- Enjoy digital communications and learning, but analog music and photography
- Felt the cold embrace of a rogue wave from the Southern Ocean
Tacy Lambiase
Director of Climate Solutions
“This planet is the only home we’ll ever have. There’s no place like it. And home is always, always, always worth it.” – Mary Annaise Heglar
- Born and raised in Texas, but has made Maryland home
- Enjoys kayaking, long walks in the park, and eating Chesapeake blue crabs
- Once starred in a friend’s feature-length film
Danielle Civitillo
Director of Technology
“Don't let anyone rob you of your imagination, your creativity, or your curiosity. It's your place in the world; it's your life. Go on and do all you can with it, and make it the life you want to live.” - Mae Jemison
- In college, I traveled with the UConn women's and men's basketball teams playing saxophone in the pep band.
- I love to bake, bike, and dabble in photography.
- Used book and record stores are my favorite places aside from the beach.
Joey Wolongevicz
Senior Climate Communications Specialist
“In real life, I assure you, there is no such thing as algebra. ” ― Fran Lebowitz
- I can sort of play the theremin, the only instrument in the world you play without touching.
- I once made the dubious decision to run the Cape Cod marathon without training for it.
- I have a twin sister, and the only trait we share is our eyebrows.
Sarah Carista
Climate Analyst
“And at last, you’ll know with surpassing certainty that only one thing is more frightening than speaking your truth. And that is not speaking.” ― Audre Lorde
- I have taken up crochet! My first project was a soda can koozie.
- I’ve raised/fostered 15 kittens (but I’m also a proud dog parent)!
- I’ve dabbled in fused glass artwork and jewelry making.
Carlyn Bacci
Community Engagement and Communications Specialist
"I have amazing news for you. Man is not alone on this planet. He is part of a community, upon which he depends absolutely." -Daniel Quinn, Ishmael: An Adventure of the Mind & Spirit
- I'm scuba dive certified and have been on diving trips to Indonesia and Thailand.
- I've competed in 4 triathlons and 1 marathon.
- I recently started brewing and bottling my own kombucha.
Extended Team
In addition to our core staff, KLA partners with a variety of outside consultants and interns to round out the team.
Climate Ambassador Teams
KLA supports Climate Ambassador teams across the country as they support community engagement for climate action planning and implementation in client communities.
Get to Know Us
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