Sara Risley
Certification Officer
"I am passionate about sustainability because we have a responsibility to create a future where people, businesses, and the planet can thrive together. The opportunity to drive positive change and help organizations make decisions that not only benefit their bottom line but also contribute to the well-being of the environment and society is deeply fulfilling. Every step toward sustainability is a step toward a better, more resilient world, and I want to be part of that transformation."
Sara brings over 15 years of experience in product certification and regulatory compliance. Before joining GreenCircle, she served as the Vice President of Certification at Green Seal, where she led the certification department for two years. Prior to that, she led NSF International's food product certification division, overseeing independent verification for food labels and packaging claims such as Organic and Non-GMO certifications. Additionally, she spent five years as the technical operations lead at NSF International, managing ANSI-accredited standards for commercial food equipment, food contact materials, and water filters.
Sara holds a master's degree in Human Physiology from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Southeastern Louisiana University. She has also completed the High-Performance Leadership program in executive education at the Chicago Booth School of Business.