Join Our Network of E3P3 Industry Experts
E1: Environmental Sustainability
Promote innovative energy solutions and sustainable practices.
E2: Economic Development
Drive growth through job creation and inclusive opportunities.
E3: Equity
Empower marginalized communities through education, health, and justice.
Understanding the e3p3 Model
The E3P3 model is at the heart of NRDC-IE’s mission, guiding all initiatives supported by our Industry Experts. This framework focuses on three key areas: Environmental Sustainability (E1), Economic Development (E2), and Equity (E3). These pillars drive transformative projects that promote sustainable practices, foster inclusive economic growth, and address disparities in health, education, and social services. The "P3" element represents Public-Private Partnerships, which are critical for securing resources and ensuring long-term impact. By leveraging this model, Industry Experts collaborate on groundbreaking initiatives that create systemic change and empower underserved communities. Whether working on clean energy projects, workforce development, or equitable access to education, the E3P3 model ensures every effort aligns with NRDC-IE’s vision of fostering inclusion and prosperity.
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Gain access to grant opportunities tailored to your expertise. "
Set your own rates for projects.
Collaborate with professionals in a growing network and make a lasting impact in underserved communities.
Luvina Beckley-
Leading e3p3 Industry Expert Advancing E3P3 Projects with Grants
Luvina Beckley is a visionary leader with 26+ years C-Suite experience. As the CEO and President of MHM, she has pioneered systemic strategies like the e3p3 Model. Beckley's background as a NCAA National Championship Athlete and former NCAA-CCAA Coach of the Year in Women’s Basketball, heralds her innate base to stand out as being a part of the 1% of Black Women founding, owning and generating $5M+ in the same business for 30+ Years. demonstrating business ownership . Now, using her business success and leadership, she will lead NRDC-IE's Member Industry Experts in accessing: E1: Environmental Sustainability Grants
Caron Battle -
Leading e3p3 Grant Industry Expert Advancing Equity in Social Justice
Caron Battle is a lifelong learner and teacher with extensive experience in project management and training for Fortune 500 companies and government entities. She has spent the past two decades working collaboratively to improve processes, engage personnel, and ensure adherence to civil rights laws, particularly the Americans with Disabilities Act. Caron’s work focuses on removing barriers to access employment, programs, and public spaces, making her a key advocate for inclusion and equity in all her initiatives. E3: Equity
Kim Carter –
Leading e3p3 Grant Industry Experts Advancing Social Justice
Kim Carter is the Founder and Executive Director of Time for Change Foundation. Motivated by her own experiences as a formerly incarcerated woman, Kim made it her mission to help women and children make the transition from homelessness and recidivism to self-sufficiency. Today she is a powerful voice for women who bear the scars of poverty, homelessness, and incarceration and will lead NRDC-IE's Members accessing E3: Equity: in Social Justice
Kim Kirner -
Leading e3p3 Grant Industry Experts Advancing Equity in Social Services
Kim Kirner is a cultural diversity advocate and social scientist passionate about promoting personal and global growth. With a doctoral degree in Cultural Anthropology, Kim began her grant writing career at the University of California, Riverside, and later joined MHM in 2009. Her work focuses on developing grants for city and government projects, emphasizing inclusive policies and programs that address social problems. Kim’s efforts in fostering cultural understanding contribute significantly to creating equitable opportunities for all communities.
Deborah Robertson -
Leading e3p3 Industry Experts Advancing E1: Environmental Sustainability Projects with Grants
Elected as Mayor in 2012, Deborah Robertson has a distinguished career in public service. With 14 years on the Rialto City Council and leadership positions at SCAG and the CA Department of Transportation, she has driven innovation in public-private partnerships, business development, job creation, and city infrastructure. Deborah’s work in these areas has been pivotal in creating equitable opportunities for underrepresented communities. As the chair of the Energy and Environment Policy Committee for SCAG and their representative on the NRDC-IE, she is committed to advancing policies that promote equity and sustainability. Now, CEO of Environmental Sustainability Business Solutions, she will assist members in accessing E1: Environmental Sustainability Grants
Tammie Watson –
Leading e3p3 Grant Industry Experts Advancing E3: Equity: in in Healthy Living Projects with Grants
Tammie Watson is a professional Life Coach and advocate for financial independence and family values. As the Co-Founder of TE2 Enterprises, she promotes a life worth living, emphasizing the importance of residual income and living debt-free. Tammie’s approach to business and life is rooted in creating opportunities for others to achieve their dreams and live fulfilling lives. Her work is instrumental in empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds to achieve financial stability and personal growth, aligning with the mission of promoting inclusion and ' equity.
Denita Draper –
Leading e3p3 Grant Industry Experts Advancing Housing Projects with Grants
Denita Draper founded Living the Dream to help others achieve homeownership and stability. Recognized by the State of Illinois for her 20+ years of service in Police Department 911 Leadership, Denita has created plans still in use today. Her dedication to service and community building is a testament to her commitment to making a difference. By providing housing and support to underserved populations, Denita’s work exemplifies the core values of inclusion and equity, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to live a stable and secure life. E3: Equity: in Housing Projects
Tunua Thrash -
Leading e3p3 Grant Industry Experts Advancing Economic Development Projects with Grants
Tunua is the Executive Director of the West Angeles CDC, she oversees more than $100 million in real estate assets and development projects, has brokered public-private relationships with equity partners, and structured complex financing from multiple sources. Tunua is a member of the Urban Land Institute, chairs the LA Metro Crenshaw to LAX Community Leadership Council, is a Board Member of the Los Angeles Development Fund and the Greenlining Institute, and a former Commissioner of the L.A. Convention Center. She received her Masters in City Planning from MIT with an emphasis on Urban Economic Development. E2: Economic Development