Board of Directors

Board of Directors

Real Cycle is governed by a dedicated Board of Directors committed to advancing the organization’s mission of improving recycling, reducing waste, promoting resource recovery, and supporting practical environmental solutions. Together, our board brings expertise spanning engineering, energy, nonprofit leadership, finance, governance, and community engagement.

Gregory Merle (Greg Merle)

Director/Advisor

Gregory Merle is an energy infrastructure executive, materials engineer, and project developer with more than 20 years of experience in resource recovery, advanced recycling, industrial infrastructure, permitting, energy development, and environmental solutions. He currently advises Real-Cycle on industry trends, project development, and strategic initiatives that support practical and impactful approaches to recycling, waste reduction, and resource recovery. Gregory Merle also serves as President of FlexOnyx, an advanced recycling project focused on converting plastics into valuable fuels and petrochemical products.

Emi Saito

Director / Treasurer

Emi Saito oversees financial operations, organizational governance, and regulatory compliance for Real-Cycle. She also supports strategic planning and organizational development initiatives that help advance the organization’s mission of environmental education, resource recovery, and community engagement.

Celine Merle

Director

Celine Merle brings extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, community outreach, and program development. She supports Real-Cycle’s efforts to build public awareness, engage communities, and develop initiatives that promote practical and sustainable approaches to environmental stewardship.