April 18, 2025

Cate Caldwell

Cate Caldwell joined the Illinois Environmental Council as a Senior Policy Manager in March of 2025. In this role, Cate coordinates and communicates with IEC staff and member affiliates primarily on federal efforts, maintaining relationships with elected officials and agencies, while also supporting the Agriculture and Conservation program team in developing legislative strategies. Cate’s leadership […]

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Stella Younkin

Stella Younkin joined the Illinois Environmental Council in Spring 2025 as a Government Affairs Fellow. Stella supports IEC’s legislative and advocacy work, advancing environmental progress by implementing IEC’s policy and advocacy priorities with the state legislature. In this role, she contributes to lobbying efforts, helps track legislation, and advocates for IEC’s environmental positions. She works

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