Emily Shields is the Circular Economy Program Manager at Synergy Foundation, where she focuses on program growth and development, leading cross-functional teams, strengthening partnerships, and advancing circular economy initiatives through thoughtful planning, delivery, and continuous improvement. Emily brings diverse experience across sectors including solid waste management, ecotourism, retail, aquaculture, agriculture, and marketing. Her expertise spans circular economy, food systems, community engagement, project management, marketing and branding, and facilitation. She is passionate about building resilient, vibrant, and regenerative local economies that couple sustainability with equitable prosperity.