Leif C. Forer Email & Phone Number

Durham, NC, US

I bring nearly two decades of hands-on experience in building and scaling manufacturing operations and production processes to my work as a sustainability consultant. My knowledge of sustainability solutions is also informed by my experience as an accredited greenhouse gas (GHG) verifier and lead auditor for the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) across many.

Research Triangle Park, NC, US

bioMASON uses microorganisms to grow cement — the second most-consumed material in the world, after water. The biotechnology produces construction materials that compete with conventional masonry products by matching performance, reducing energy costs, and eliminating carbon emissions. As an executive team member, I led multiple successful manufacturing.

Acorn is a private capital fund investing in entrepreneurs whose companies solve environmental problems. I sourced and vetted deals for investment from the White Oak Fund. I collaborated with portfolio teams on scaleup, reducing costs, and improving product quality.

Piedmont Biofuels was acquired by Key Energy in 2015. The company was an alternative fuel manufacturer and leading policy advocate for small-scale advanced biofuel producers in the U.S.. I managed daily operations including complex regulatory compliance, monetizing government incentives and tax credits, supply and distribution chains, and production.

WCHA is a nonprofit residential housing developer. I helped build a multi-family real estate portfolio by acquiring and developing 21 units that housed hundreds of co-op members. I helped secure municipal bond financing, collateralized debt, and facilitated board meetings.

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Finance

Bachelor Of Arts, Applied Design

H.S.