Meet Our Team
Our team is powered by passionate people committed to energy justice and community-centered impact. From our dedicated Board of Directors to our dynamic support team—including our Director of Programs and Impact, college interns, programming and technical advisors, and event volunteers—we work together to expand clean energy access while leaving no one behind. Our work is grounded in collaboration, and we’re proud to partner with grassroots organizations across sub-Saharan Africa to center local knowledge and experience in our programming.
Together, we’re shining on!
Board of Directors
Representing diverse perspectives, experiences, and geographies, our Board is proud to participate in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals through solar programming. The Board of Directors is responsible for oversight, operations and the strategic planning of Let There Be Light International.
Sarah Baird
President and Executive Director
Founder of Let There Be Light International, Sarah advocates for renewable energy access to be included in social safety net programming and is a member of international climate justice and clean energy action groups. Shine On!
David Baird
LTBLI Board Member
An early childhood educator, David focuses on literacy, numeracy, and community building. David is passionate about the universal need and importance of a safe and sufficiently lit living and learning environment.
Alissa Benchimol
LTBLI Board Member
A Project Manager at the Greenhouse Gas Management Institute, Alissa is an expert in Sustainability and the intersection of energy and human rights. A native of Brazil, her firsthand knowledge of energy poverty powers her commitment to our mission.
Kaitlin Bruskin
LTBLI Board Member
Kaitlin is an Engineering Manager at Verdani Partners, accelerating sustainability in the built environment. As an ESG consultant and a FitWell Ambassador, Kaitlin is passionate about furthering impactful climate action.
Rubens Mukunzi
LTBLI Board Member
Founder and Executive Director of Karibu News and Madiba Janitorial Services. Originally from Rwanda, Rubens came to the US as a refugee and has firsthand knowledge of Energy Poverty. Rubens is a proud Rotarian.
Thatcher Mweu
LTBLI Board Member
Based in Nairobi, Thatcher is a seasoned growth and operations strategist with a focus on startups and scale-ups. She is the current Operations Lead at Mazi Mobility, a Kenyan e-mobility startup.
Jennifer Shiao
Treasurer
Jennifer is a Partner in the Business Law Practice Group at Rupp Pfalzgraf LLC. Jennifer is an ardent supporter of empowering communities through economic development, education, and improved healthcare.
Rachel Stukenborg
Secretary
A Mechanical Engineer and a Senior Technical Specialist at Gai, Rachel supports renewable energy initiatives and is passionate about the poverty/energy nexus, supporting LTBLI’s data-driven solar projects.
Emeritus Board Members
Support
In 2024, LTBLI welcomed a part-time Director to our team.
We are not currently hiring but we often work with students, climate activists, and academics as volunteer interns and consultants. Reach out to us at [email protected] if you’re interested in helping to combat Climate Change and make the world a brighter place!
Hannah Schulman
Director of Programs & Impact
With a background in Community Health and Climate Action, Hannah is committed to addressing health and environmental injustices linked to energy poverty. She champions collaborative partnerships for a sustainable and just energy transition.
Jordan During
Research Advisor
Jordan is an Associate Consultant at Bain & Company with a degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. With consulting and non-profit experience in renewable energy projects, he supports efforts to bring reliable, clean electricity to off-grid communities.
Arjun Agostinho
Junior Data Analytics Advisor
Arjun is a rising Junior at Tufts University studying International Relations and History. With experience in social field research and non-profit work, Arjun is interested in using policy and data-driven research to better understand and address human rights issues and social inequality.
Sarah Hong
Data-Driven Storytelling Intern
Sarah is a senior studying economics at Tufts University. With her experience in community research, Sarah is committed to equitable social policies born from a combination of quantitative analysis and qualitative insights from affected communities.
Partners
Let There Be Light International works in partnership with local NGOs in our countries of impact.
Let’s shine on, together!
100% of donations support communities without energy access by providing light to vulnerable families and off-grid health clinics.