Upswing Solutions was founded by Allison Murray, an international sustainability leader who has helped companies for over 20 years to create social and environmental change and build purpose into their business.

Allison has led strategies and programs at some of the world’s largest companies in the UK, Australia and Canada in the telecommunications, energy, insurance and transportation & logistics industries. Beyond creating change inside companies, Allison has also provided consulting services to CEOs and boards of start-ups and not-for-profit organizations.

Allison holds a Master’s degree in Science and Technology Policy from the University of Sussex (UK) and a B.A. (Hons) in International Development Studies from Dalhousie University (Canada).

Chloe Barnabe has 16 years building and leading corporate sustainability teams and strategies for some of Canada’s most recognized brands in the consumer goods, retail, e-commerce, logistics and transportation sectors. Chloe has a successful track record helping large companies become internationally recognized as climate action leaders by setting and implementing Net Zero and Science-Based Targets.

Over her career, Chloe has developed a deep understanding of evolving environmental, social and governance (ESG) trends and risks in North American, European and East Asian markets.  She successfully operationalized corporate ESG strategies.

Chloe holds a Master’s of Environment (M.Env) from Sherbrooke University and a B.A. in Environmental Studies & Political Science from McGill. She is fluently bilingual in both French and English.

Upswing Solutions was founded by Allison Murray, an international sustainability leader who has helped companies for over 20 years to create social and environmental change and build purpose into their business.

Allison has led strategies and programs at some of the world’s largest companies in the UK, Australia and Canada in the telecommunications, energy, insurance and transportation & logistics industries. Beyond creating change inside companies, Allison has also provided consulting services to CEOs and boards of start-ups and not-for-profit organizations.

Allison holds a Master’s degree in Science and Technology Policy from the University of Sussex (UK) and a B.A. (Hons) in International Development Studies from Dalhousie University (Canada).

Chloe Barnabe has 16 years building and leading corporate sustainability teams and strategies for some of Canada’s most recognized brands in the consumer goods, retail, e-commerce, logistics and transportation sectors. Chloe has a successful track record helping large companies become internationally recognized as climate action leaders by setting and implementing Net Zero and Science-Based Targets.

Over her career, Chloe has developed a deep understanding of evolving environmental, social and governance (ESG) trends and risks in North American, European and East Asian markets.  She successfully operationalized corporate ESG strategies.

Chloe holds a Master’s of Environment (M.Env) from Sherbrooke University and a B.A. in Environmental Studies & Political Science from McGill. She is fluently bilingual in both French and English.

Peter Polanowski has over 14 years’ experience encompassing environmental education, PR, environmental management, sustainability strategy and clean economy research.

Over his career, Peter has led several projects, ranging from policy and legislative development, vertical farming tech feasibility, ecosystem service assessment and valuation, project management of renewable energy development initiatives, and sustainability strategies for First Nations.

At Upswing, Peter is focused on clean economy research and ESG strategy development, helping organizations develop actionable sustainability strategies through the adoption of sustainability frameworks and standards.

Peter holds a Masters’ in Sustainable Energy Development from the University of Calgary, a Graduate Certificate in Energy Management and Innovation from Ryerson University, as well as a Bachelor of Education from Brock and Bachelor’s from Western University. Peter is also currently working on his SASB FSA Certification.

Camilla is a sustainability professional with over 5 years of hands-on experience in Environmental Diagnostic, Reporting, and Performance, involving private and public industries around the world.

Camilla also has over 10 years of research experience within huge institutions, always ensuring compliance with national and international programs. 

Her experience includes environmental KPIs tracking, ESG, and UN PRI Reporting Framework, GHG accounting and, implementing company’s climate change strategies. 

Camilla holds a MSc in Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture from the University of Exeter, UK, and a MSc in Agribusiness from the Federal University of Goias, Brazil and a BSc in Law from the Pontifical Catholic University of Goias.

She received several scholarships such as the Science Without Boarders and the prestigious Chevening Scholarship. 

Peter Polanowski has over 14 years’ experience encompassing environmental education, PR, environmental management, sustainability strategy and clean economy research.

Over his career, Peter has led several projects, ranging from policy and legislative development, vertical farming tech feasibility, ecosystem service assessment and valuation, project management of renewable energy development initiatives, and sustainability strategies for First Nations.

At Upswing, Peter is focused on clean economy research and ESG strategy development, helping organizations develop actionable sustainability strategies through the adoption of sustainability frameworks and standards.

Peter holds a Masters’ in Sustainable Energy Development from the University of Calgary, a Graduate Certificate in Energy Management and Innovation from Ryerson University, as well as a Bachelor of Education from Brock and Bachelor’s from Western University. He is currently working on his SASB FSA Certification.

Camilla is a sustainability professional with over 5 years of hands-on experience in Environmental Diagnostic, Reporting, and Performance, involving private and public industries around the world.

Camilla also has over 10 years of research experience within huge institutions, always ensuring compliance with national and international programs. 

Her experience includes environmental KPIs tracking, ESG, and UN PRI Reporting Framework, GHG accounting and, implementing company’s climate change strategies. 

Camilla holds a MSc in Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture from the University of Exeter, UK, and a MSc in Agribusiness from the Federal University of Goias, Brazil and a BSc in Law from the Pontifical Catholic University of Goias.

She received several scholarships such as the Science Without Boarders and the prestigious Chevening Scholarship. 

Michelle is a Senior Consultant with over 20 years of experience working with governments, non-profits, private and publicly traded companies to enhance sustainability and ESG.  

Her areas of expertise include responsible supply chain management, ESG disclosure, biodiversity and conservation, human rights and labor rights, modern slavery, diversity, equity and inclusion and supplier diversity. 

Michelle works across various sectors and markets – including professional and commercial services, finance, insurance, telecommunications, construction, retail, and manufacturing.  

Michelle has a Masters of Science in Health and Environmental Sciences from the University of Waterloo, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Toxicology (minor in Statistics) from the University of Guelph.  She holds the FSA SASB certification, the GHG Scope 3 certificate as well as the Climate Change and TCFD: Risks and Opportunities for the Banking Industry certificate from the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI).

Saqr has over 3 years of experience in advanced research targeting the development of sustainable technologies for the treatment and conversion of contaminants. His experience includes wastewater treatment, carbon capture and conversion, electrochemical treatment, analysis, and separation/treatment technologies optimization. 

Throughout his career, Saqr has worked on developing and pitching various biodegradable, sustainable materials and technologies for diverse applications, such as adsorbents and catalysts for water contaminants and greenhouse gases treatment, and electrodes. 

Saqr holds a MSc degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Calgary and a BSc in Chemical Engineering from An-Najah National University. 

During his studies, Saqr has been awarded multiple governmental and departmental scholarships, such as Mitacs Accelerate Fellowship and Alberta Graduate Excellence Award and for his research contribution.

Sonja has kept organizations moving forward for over 20 years. She has designed and managed office systems from small technology startups, to high growth businesses, to large government departments.

Early in her career Sonja created the infrastructure to support the founding team during a high growth phase at one of Nova Scotia’s leading technology companies. Sonja has broad experience across HR systems and policies, optimizing office productivity, managing executive-level communications, and financial management software.

Most recently, Sonja joined Upswing from provincial government, where she was responsible for efficient management of the office of the Executive Director. Sonja has a Bachelor’s degree in History and Political Science from Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Michelle is a Senior Consultant with over 20 years of experience working with governments, non-profits, private and publicly traded companies to enhance sustainability and ESG.  

Her areas of expertise include responsible supply chain management, ESG disclosure, biodiversity and conservation, human rights and labor rights, modern slavery, diversity, equity and inclusion and supplier diversity. 

Michelle works across various sectors and markets – including professional and commercial services, finance, insurance, telecommunications, construction, retail, and manufacturing.  

Michelle has a Masters of Science in Health and Environmental Sciences from the University of Waterloo, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Toxicology (minor in Statistics) from the University of Guelph.  She holds the FSA SASB certification, the GHG Scope 3 certificate as well as the Climate Change and TCFD: Risks and Opportunities for the Banking Industry certificate from the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI).

Varun has over two years of experience in corporate sustainability and ESG across various industries including banking, renewable energy, university and consulting. 

Throughout his career, Varun has developed global experience in sustainability reporting, ESG framework and environmental auditing in Canada and from countries like Malaysia, UK and Qatar. Varun has played an instrumental role across several sustainability research, reporting and GHG accounting projects, while also focusing on communications, policy analysis, and nature-based solutions.

Varun holds a Master in Technology, Entrepreneurship and Innovation from Saint Mary’s University, Halifax, MSc in Climate Change Science and Policy from University of Bristol, and a BSc (Hons) in Environmental Science from University of Nottingham in Malaysia. He has also received grants from MITACS on research pertaining to understanding the role of sustainability and materiality software in small and medium enterprises. 

Varun has over two years of experience in corporate sustainability and ESG across various industries including banking, renewable energy, university and consulting. 

Throughout his career, Varun has developed global experience in sustainability reporting, ESG framework and environmental auditing in Canada and from countries like Malaysia, UK and Qatar. Varun has played an instrumental across several sustainability research, reporting, and GHG accounting projects, while also focusing on communications, policy analysis, and nature-based solutions.

Varun holds a Master in Technology, Entrepreneurship and Innovation from Saint Mary’s University, Halifax, MSc in Climate Change Science and Policy from University of Bristol, and a BSc (Hons) in Environmental Science from University of Nottingham in Malaysia. He has also received grants from MITACS on research pertaining to understanding the role of sustainability and materiality software in small and medium enterprises. 

Charmaine is a copywriter for social change businesses and non-profit organizations.

She helps her clients connect with customers and supporters by writing compelling web, email and print copy that builds trust and inspires action.

Claire is a seasoned real estate investment strategist with deep knowledge of capital markets. As a CFA® charterholder with over 10 years of experience, and a passionate sustainability professional, Claire brings a unique perspective and understanding to her clients.

Prior to founding Real Asset Strategies, Claire successfully built and led IR and ESG strategies for a $5 billion Canadian REIT. Previously, as part of the strategy and research team for a Canadian pension fund-owned real estate firm, she created and implemented programs to identify and solve high-risk tenant challenges, rent-paying behaviours and trends. Prior, Claire was a real estate analyst for a $1.5 billion real estate dedicated mutual fund, analyzing and recommending global real estate investments.

Claire has a B.S.B.A. (Finance and Marketing) from Coastal Carolina University (USA), a Masters in Financial Management from the Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya (Spain), is a CFA® charterholder, and is pursuing the Fundamentals of Sustainability Accounting from the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board.

Charmaine is a copywriter for social change businesses and non-profit organizations.

She helps her clients connect with customers and supporters by writing compelling web, email and print copy that builds trust and inspires action.

Claire is a seasoned real estate investment strategist with deep knowledge of capital markets. As a CFA® charterholder with over 10 years of experience, and a passionate sustainability professional, Claire brings a unique perspective and understanding to her clients.

Prior to founding Real Asset Strategies, Claire successfully built and led IR and ESG strategies for a $5 billion Canadian REIT. Previously, as part of the strategy and research team for a Canadian pension fund-owned real estate firm, she created and implemented programs to identify and solve high-risk tenant challenges, rent-paying behaviours and trends. Prior, Claire was a real estate analyst for a $1.5 billion real estate dedicated mutual fund, analyzing and recommending global real estate investments.

Claire has a B.S.B.A. (Finance and Marketing) from Coastal Carolina University (USA), a Masters in Financial Management from the Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya (Spain), is a CFA® charterholder, and is pursuing the Fundamentals of Sustainability Accounting from the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board.