Georgia Lavender

Managing Director

Georgia Lavender is the Managing Director at Synergy Foundation, where she leads innovative programs that advance the circular economy across Canada. With over a decade of experience in financial management, business operations, organizational governance and administration, Georgia has also completed professional training in business operations and non-profit leadership. She has exceptional organizational and communication skills with experience leading multiple federally and provincially funded projects. Georgia works in the green economy sector with a specialization in Circular Economy. She is a sought-after speaker at major national and international conferences, including GLOBE Forum, Canadian Circular Economy Summit, National Zero Waste Conference, and others.

Outside of work Georgia can be found exploring mountain bike trails or strolling the beaches with her labradoodle Archie. 

Areas of Expertise

  • Economic Development
  • Circular Economy Principles
  • Governance & Financial Management
  • Strategic Planning & Program Design