Gaby Orwick is a purpose-driven leader with a deep background in technology, management consulting, and the utility sector, working at the intersection of climate innovation, organizational transformation, and community impact. With experience spanning strategy, program and portfolio management, M&A integration, and clean energy initiatives, she has led global teams, built high-impact service portfolios, and guided organizations through complex transitions with clarity and vision. Originally from Bulgaria and now based in the Pacific Northwest, Gaby is committed to the triple bottom line of planet, people, and profit—designing creative solutions, cultivating collaboration, and empowering others to drive meaningful change. Outside of work, she finds purpose in motherhood, community building, and exploring nature near and far.
Portland Chapter
Women in Cleantech & Sustainability fosters an influential network of professionals advancing the roles of women in growing the green economy and making a positive impact on the environment.
In 2026, the newly established Portland Chapter brings this mission to life through a thoughtful mix of signature convenings, ecosystem collaborations, community partner events, and chapter-powered meetups. Together, these experiences create meaningful moments of connection while keeping the chapter closely linked to the broader climate and innovation ecosystem rooted in (Portland and) the Pacific Northwest – inviting curiosity, participation, and support from a growing community of leaders, volunteers, members, and partners across career stages and sectors.
Language Matters:
Women, as used by Women in Cleantech & Sustainability Portland Chapter, includes cisgender women, transgender women, nonbinary, gender-expansive, and gender-diverse individuals who identify with or experience alignment with women’s communities.
Cleantech: Technology and innovation that reduce environmental impact while strengthening economic performance.
Sustainability: The design of economic and social systems that can thrive long-term — environmentally, financially, and socially.
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Erin Kester Membership Co-Lead
Erin Kester, MBA, PMP, is a clean energy professional specializing in renewable energy policy, regulatory affairs, and government relations. She serves as Membership Co-Lead for WCS, where she welcomes new members, builds engagement, and helps grow a connected, supportive local network. Erin also works as Director of Government Relations for Offshore Wind on the U.S. West Coast at RWE.
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