SXSW 2012

Founder & Exec Dir
NYC Wildflower Week
Marielle Anzelone’s work connects people to nature, with a focus on urban ecological issues, especially native flora. She is the founder and Executive Director of NYC Wildflower Week, which offers free cultural programs to experience and understand the wilds of the Big Apple. Expanding this model, in May 2012 she is launching National Urban Biodiversity Week. She also advises stakeholders on various biodiversity policies related to natural resource protections, local economic issues and public health and is a contributing policy advisor to New York City Council.