Amanda I. Greene

Amanda I. Greene is an academic thinker with a tendency for silly self-expression and has been heavily influenced by Dr. Seuss and Shel Silverstein. Over the past decade, while working in science and policy consulting, she created an elaborate imaginary world featuring Squishy Blueberry and friends to compensate for the lack of silliness in the corporate world. The existence of Squishy not only has helped her cope with serious realities of life, but also helped guide her to a life path that is much more aligned with her personality and natural talents. Squishy Blueberry stories unfold as a semi-autobiographical account of her life and learning process. www.squishyblueberry.com

Amanda believes the greatest contribution she can make to the world is to encourage children to use their Imaginations and Follow their Hearts, and ultimately develop the Self-Awareness and Esteem to lead fulfilling meaningful lives. She has an educational and professional background in science & engineering, energy technology, economics, and public policy.

BA chemistry, Reed College

BS chemical engineering, Columbia University

MPA sustainable development, Harvard University