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Taryn Holowka Hristova

Strategic marketing for sustainability-driven organizations | Co-founder, Bold Branch Collective | LEED, ESG, sustainability and building performance positioning | Former SVP at U.S. Green Building Council

📍 Washington, District of Columbia, United States🔄 Updated November 2026💼 3 investments📅 8 years investing🗓 Last invested May 2018𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
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GBCI CA Board Member
May 2018
A new joint venture to deliver enhanced services and support a broad range of green business tools, certifications and programs throughout Canada. Jointly owned by the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) and Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), GBCI Canada provides Canadian customer service and expert guidance to streamline and accelerate the delivery of GBCI’s sustainability programs including: LEED, GRESB, ICP, Parksmart, PEER, SITES, TRUE and WELL. GBCI Canada delivers this collection of rating systems through Arc, an integrated performance management platform that allows users to measure and compare results of their building portfolios to inform sustainability strategies. Both CaGBC and GBCI Canada are managed by President & CEO Thomas Mueller, to ensure seamless integration and the effective advancement of both organizations.
early stage
GBCI CA Board Member
May 2018
A new joint venture to deliver enhanced services and support a broad range of green business tools, certifications and programs throughout Canada. Jointly owned by the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) and Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), GBCI Canada provides Canadian customer service and expert guidance to streamline and accelerate the delivery of GBCI’s sustainability programs including: LEED, GRESB, ICP, Parksmart, PEER, SITES, TRUE and WELL. GBCI Canada delivers this collection of rating systems through Arc, an integrated performance management platform that allows users to measure and compare results of their building portfolios to inform sustainability strategies. Both CaGBC and GBCI Canada are managed by President & CEO Thomas Mueller, to ensure seamless integration and the effective advancement of both organizations.
early stage
GBCI CA Board Member
May 2018
The premier organization independently recognizing excellence in green business industry performance and practice globally. Through rigorous certification and professional credentialing programs, GBCI drives the adoption of green building and sustainable business practices globally.
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2025
Co-Founder
Sep 2025
The green building industry is booming, projected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2030—and product manufacturers and service providers now have a partner with deep expertise to help them capture this growing market. Bold Branch Collective, a full-service marketing agency founded by former USGBC marketing leaders, helps companies turn sustainable innovation into business growth and lasting environmental impact through strategic marketing, product positioning, and industry alignment—driving specification, visibility, and market adoption. We’re an award-winning team of marketing and communications pros with decades of experience in marketing, PR, content strategy, and LEED. We understand how decision-makers evaluate products and services for green projects—and how to position you to succeed. We help you cut through the noise to win business.
2018
GBCI CA Board Member
May 2018
A new joint venture to deliver enhanced services and support a broad range of green business tools, certifications and programs throughout Canada. Jointly owned by the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) and Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), GBCI Canada provides Canadian customer service and expert guidance to streamline and accelerate the delivery of GBCI’s sustainability programs including: LEED, GRESB, ICP, Parksmart, PEER, SITES, TRUE and WELL. GBCI Canada delivers this collection of rating systems through Arc, an integrated performance management platform that allows users to measure and compare results of their building portfolios to inform sustainability strategies. Both CaGBC and GBCI Canada are managed by President & CEO Thomas Mueller, to ensure seamless integration and the effective advancement of both organizations.
early stage
GBCI CA Board Member
May 2018
A new joint venture to deliver enhanced services and support a broad range of green business tools, certifications and programs throughout Canada. Jointly owned by the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) and Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), GBCI Canada provides Canadian customer service and expert guidance to streamline and accelerate the delivery of GBCI’s sustainability programs including: LEED, GRESB, ICP, Parksmart, PEER, SITES, TRUE and WELL. GBCI Canada delivers this collection of rating systems through Arc, an integrated performance management platform that allows users to measure and compare results of their building portfolios to inform sustainability strategies. Both CaGBC and GBCI Canada are managed by President & CEO Thomas Mueller, to ensure seamless integration and the effective advancement of both organizations.
early stage
GBCI CA Board Member
May 2018
The premier organization independently recognizing excellence in green business industry performance and practice globally. Through rigorous certification and professional credentialing programs, GBCI drives the adoption of green building and sustainable business practices globally.
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