Heal the Bay
Stephanie Gebhardt Rath has a diverse work experience in various roles and industries. Stephanie currently works as the Beach Programs Manager at Heal the Bay, starting in September 2022. Before that, Stephanie worked at Golden Road Brewing from 2019 to 2022, where they held multiple roles such as Innovation Brewer/EHS Champion/Women in Beer President and Production Brewer/Safety Champion. At Golden Road Brewing, they independently operated brewhouse systems, managed daily environmental and safety tasks, trained new hires, and conducted quality analysis.
From 2018 to 2020, Stephanie worked at Innovation Brew Works at Cal Poly Pomona as the Lead Brewer. In this role, they brewed beer to meet production demands, developed standard operating procedures (SOPs), trained interns and students, and focused on sustainability measures.
Stephanie also had the experience of being the CEO of Sustainabrewery from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, they worked at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona as a Teaching Assistant and Masters Student from 2016 to 2018.
In the past, Stephanie held roles as the Director of Sustainability at SPOKES Bike Share, a Social Media Marketing Consultant at StingRay Shields, and a Student Ambassador at greenbean recycle. Stephanie also had internships at URS Corporation and Savannah River Remediation LLC.
Overall, Stephanie Gebhardt Rath has a strong background in environmental and sustainability-focused roles, particularly in the brewing industry, and has demonstrated leadership and expertise in developing SOPs, implementing sustainability measures, and training others.
Stephanie Gebhardt Rath has a diverse education history. Stephanie obtained a Master's degree in Regenerative (Sustainability) Studies from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona in the years 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies from Wellesley College in the years 2010 to 2014. Additionally, Stephanie completed a Sustainability Certificate program at Babson College in 2013 and a Sustainability Certificate program with a focus on Renewable Engineering at Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering in 2012 to 2013. Stephanie also participated in a Study Abroad program at University College Cork in 2012, where they studied Environmental Studies and Geography. Stephanie's earlier education includes attending Walnut High School from 2006 to 2010.
In terms of additional certifications, Stephanie obtained a Global Craft Brewmaster certification from Anheuser-Busch InBev in September 2021. Stephanie also completed the Cal CUPA Hazardous Waste Training for Industry offered by CALIFORNIA CUPA FORUM in February 2019. Furthermore, Stephanie is a Certified Beer Server, having completed the certification program by Cicerone® Certification Program in December 2018. Lastly, they obtained a Sustainability Certificate from Wellesley College, although the specific details regarding the month and year of completion are not provided.
Heal the Bay
Our Mission: Heal the Bay is an environmental nonprofit making LA’s coastal waters and watersheds, including Santa Monica Bay, safe, healthy and clean. About Us: In 1985, a group of concerned citizens assembled to force the Hyperion Treatment Plant near El Segundo to maintain proper sewage treatment. Spurred by concern for public safety, the health of the Santa Monica Bay, and a belief that proper sewage treatment would be overlooked without an organization to keep tabs on the progress, this group of local residents joined forces and Heal the Bay was born. The new organization pledged to work closely with local, state and federal government, industry leaders and the public to educate and evolve their understanding of Southern California water quality and environmental responsibility. Through grassroots outreach, Heal the Bay began enrolling members soon after forming, and began to bring attention to the biggest source of beach pollution: the storm drain system. When started, Heal the Bay consisted of only a handful of volunteers and no paid staff. Today there’s a volunteer membership of more than 25,000 and 50 Heal the Bay employees. While still integrally involved in pressuring government for water quality improvements, Heal the Bay has expanded its focus to include numerous research efforts, educational initiatives and community action programs. For more than 30 years, Heal the Bay has made substantial progress in protecting California’s aquatic habitats, but there is still a lot of work to be done!