Beth Offenbacker

Beth Offenbacker is an experienced project manager and consultant specializing in clean energy workforce development at TRC Companies, Inc., where a focus on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) is central to advancing equitable energy transitions across New York State. In addition to current consultancy roles at Beth Offenbacker, LLC and Six Seconds, which include coaching and conducting Emotional Intelligence assessments, Beth's background encompasses significant leadership positions in organizations such as the Supertrends Institute and Waterford, Inc., aimed at fostering sustainable practices and community engagement. Academic contributions include teaching at Virginia Tech and founding PublicDecisions, a tech start-up providing online learning for public engagement practitioners. Beth holds a Ph.D. in Public Administration/Public Affairs from Virginia Tech, as well as a Master's degree from American University and a Bachelor's degree from SUNY Brockport.