OUR PROGRAMS
The Green Schools Nova Scotia program teaches students, teachers, and the school community simple ways to become more energy efficient.
Our goal is to provide educational opportunities that help students and schools discover the impacts of consumption and encourage smart energy habits that change behaviour and waste less.
The NB Power financing navigator service is like a helpful hand for eligible New Brunswickers looking to upgrade their homes. It guides them through the process of securing interest-free financing for energy efficiency improvements to enhance home comfort.
OUR VISION
Thinkwell Shift is a behavior change company that specializes in resource conservation. Located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, we create strategies and programs that encourage people to make lasting changes in their daily lives to conserve resources such as water, energy, and waste. Our mission? Creating change, through choice. We work with people and organizations to understand their resource costs and then create programs that achieve cost savings by understanding, engaging, and guiding the customer to motivate behaviour change.
We work with utilities, businesses, students, homeowners, and everyone in between.
Thinkwell Shift is a sister company to market research firm Thinkwell Research.
OUR TEAM
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Partner
Len Preeper
Len Preeper is the Owner and Partner of Thinkwell Shift and President at Thinkwell Research. With a career in market research spanning back to 1995, Len held various roles within the Nova Scotia Government before founding Thinkwell Research. A proud resident of Dartmouth, he is an avid sports fan and enjoys keeping up with the latest business trends.
President & Partner
Carrie McDonald
Carrie MacDonald is a Partner and the President of Thinkwell Shift. A passionate consumer behavior specialist with a strong appreciation for client relationships, she has been with Thinkwell since its inception and oversees all aspects of client service and operations. In her spare time, Carrie enjoys skiing and equestrian events.
Director of Projects
Ruvi Mugara
Ruvi Mugara is the Director of Projects at Thinkwell Shift, a resource conservation company. She manages multiple teams on different programs, including Efficiency Nova Scotia's Green Schools and Efficient Product Installation Service. Ruvi majored in psychology at Saint Mary's University and is pursuing her EMBA through Quantic School of Business and Technology. Her career began in support services for adults with intellectual disabilities, where she discovered the value of consistent community engagement. After becoming a mother, Ruvi transitioned to a role as an engagement officer for Green Schools Nova Scotia. Ruvi attributes her success to strong communication skills, an inquisitive nature, and a commitment to making a positive impact.
Program Manager (On Maternity Leave)
Shandel Brown
Shandel Brown joined the Thinkwell Shift team in January 2016 as an Engagement Officer for the Greenschools Program in Cape Breton. Her educational background includes a Liberal Arts and Science degree from Quest University Canada, where she developed a deep interest in environmental issues. After teaching English in Sherbrooke, Québec, Shandel pursued a master's degree in Environment and Resource Studies from the University of Waterloo, focusing on the impact of climate change on fishing communities in Nova Scotia. Originally from Alberta, Shandel has settled on a fifth-generation farm in Cape Breton's Margaree Valley with her partner. In her free time, she enjoys cross-country skiing, farming, and promoting environmental awareness among children.
Financing Navigator
Fiona Turmel
Fiona Turmel is a Financing Navigator at Thinkwell Shift, where she supports our Navigator programs. She is dedicated to guiding both English and French-speaking customers through the complexities of financing their journey towards an energy-efficient home. Fiona's passion for helping others led her to major in French and International Development Studies at Dalhousie University, and she actively volunteers in her community. Outside of work, Fiona enjoys the company of her two cats, Salem and Momo.
Program Coordinator
Elviria Tutic
Elvira Tutic is a Program Coordinator at Thinkwell Shift, where she supports businesses and residents in their energy savings journey. Elvira also works on the Green Schools Nova Scotia helping to administer and coordinate the project.With over 20 years of experience in customer service, Elvira is committed to making a meaningful impact for clients at every stage of their business, regardless of scale.
She holds a Master of Fine Arts from Indiana University and has a background in Art and Design. Outside of her professional work, Elvira remains active in her creative pursuits, drawing inspiration from nature, travel, and music.
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OUR ADDRESS
Our new office!
91 Ochterloney Street, Suite B
Dartmouth, NS
B2Y 1C6
Email: bookings@thinkwellshift.ca
Tel: 902-407-2513
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