OLIVE BRANCH THROUGH AN EMPLOYEE’S EYES
Hi, my name is Brett Huelsman and I am a member of the Olive Branch team. I haven’t been here long, only about three months, but it’s been an amazing experience so far. I have met a lot of great people who are committed to keeping our Earth healthy and clean, which is exactly what Olive Branch is all about.
Throughout my life I have always been interested in our eco-system and how to keep it running smoothly now, and well into the future. I still remember one of my favorite days as a kid in elementary school was Earth Day. I went to a small rural school that gave each student a small tree to plant on this special day. I can still remember my devastation when I found out the person that my Dad had hired to mow our lawn while we were on vacation had accidentally mowed over my most recently planted Earth Day tree!
In addition to my interest in the green movement, I also have a passion for policy and government. In December of 2008 I completed my Juris Doctorate at the University of North Dakota School of Law. Two years into a three-year program I still had no idea what I wanted to do when I actually finished law school. This all changed when I took an elective called Environmental Law. Finally, an aspect of law that doesn’t involve dissolving marriages or chasing ambulances! Green policy was much more my style.
After I graduated law school I accepted a position as a Legislative Analyst for the Hawaii House of Representatives. What a cool experience this was! It even became more awesome when I was told that I would be following the committee that handled all of the environmental policy making. Hawaii is an especially green state, so it was such a treat to be able to see their lawmakers, both Republicans and Democrats, brainstorming on how to create green energy and jobs. One of their initiatives that intrigued me most was the use of ocean waves to create clean energy.
Being a part of Olive Branch and their vision is truly something that makes me happy. I come to work everyday knowing that I am doing something positive and that I’m helping people achieve their green aspirations. As of now, “going green” is more of a personal choice for most people. However, it is my belief that Olive Branch is a pioneer in the green movement. Soon, there will be more policies at both the State and Federal levels that will incentivize and in some cases even mandate the use of green building supplies.
Many of the great leaders we read about in history books were pioneers. They had a passion for an idea that was not yet the status quo, but they believed in themselves and their ideals. If you’re passionate about ensuring that our planet is clean and healthy for years to come, stop by and see us at Olive Branch. Please don’t feel obligated to make a purchase, we just want to meet you and include you in our green family. We look forward to seeing you!
