Meet the team

Jacob Hibbert

CEO and Founder

Jacob has over eight years experience as Senior Product Manager, managing products that drove bottom line value for UK startups across a variety of sectors including: Fintech, AI & Machine Learning, Carbon Accounting, and Blockchain. A skilled leader in product development, Jacob has successfully spearheaded projects that increased revenue and optimized user engagement. Now studying his MBA under an Entrepreneurship Fellowship at Washington University, in St Louis, Jake launched Carbon Salary in Spring of 2024 to accelerate the fight against climate change and bring much needed capital financing to the real estate decarbonization challenge that the US currently faces

Shawn Gagne

Climate specialist

Shawn Gagné is a leading expert in environmental sustainability and carbon markets with over 20 years of experience in these fields. Shawn is dedicated to advancing the understanding and implementation of effective climate solutions for corporate sustainability goals. He has extensive knowledge of climate science principles and risk assessment frameworks, making him a sought-after consultant and speaker on issues related to carbon offsetting and sustainable development. He is also the author of numerous articles, guides, and books on climate change mitigation and the importance of transparency and integrity in the voluntary carbon market.

Issy Chappelle

Graphic Designer

Recent design graduate from Nottingham University, UK. Previous experience working in a UK forest school gaining an understanding of the importance of sustainability and helping the next generation. Issy brings a wealth of experience in design and marketing required to convey Carbon Salary’s innovative software solution for property managers and building owners.