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EcoVantage Ecological ServicesFounder and Owner
Aug. 2024Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Ecological Restoration Business AssociationMember Board of Directors
Oct. 2022
Mitigation Resources of North AmericaDirector Of Business Development
Jun. 2022 - Jun. 2024Greater Pittsburgh RegionLeads project and market development, customer and partnership procurements, credit sales, and policy analysis. Drives company growth by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities. Successfully builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders. Collaborates with internal teams to develop and execute business development strategies including market research/development, competitor analysis, and partnership development. Develops and executes marketing strategies to drive brand awareness, customer acquisition, growth, and revenue. Collaborates with colleagues to develop and implement integrated marketing campaigns across various channels including digital, social media, print, and events. Utilizes a strong understanding of government regulations, industry trends, and policy analysis to recommend and develop policy strategies and initiatives. Manages, supervises, and trains employees.
Water & Land Solutions, LLCEcological Markets Director
Apr. 2021 - Apr. 2022Greater Pittsburgh RegionLed and managed client development and fulfillment, Pay for Performance project solutions, market analysis and research, credit sales and branding across all geographies and business lines. Created, wrote, and negotiated contract terms. Developed creative approaches for researching, soliciting, and winning Requests for Proposals (RFPs). Established and managed annual budgets, quarterly credit sale revenue and projections. Created and implemented policies and procedures. Built and maintained positive and valuable relationships with clients, consultants, and regulators. Offered cross-disciplinary support serving as a Client Account Manager providing project site analysis, landowner negotiations, development of financial models, and overall project oversight and implementation. Collaborated with Project Development, Management and Underwriting Departments to successfully prospect, win, and close credit sales. Reviewed and analyzed historical and projected impact data and developed absorption rates, credit pricing regimes, and deposit structures. Supervised, mentored, and trained employees.
Ecosystem Investment PartnersAssistant Director of Markets
Dec. 2019 - Apr. 2021Greater Pittsburgh AreaSpearheaded new market development and mitigation sales within the environmental markets sector. Converted business development and Clean Water Act (CWA) experience into closing credit sales and soliciting new clients. Developed and maintained strategic relationships with new and existing clients, consultants, and regulators. Collaborated with Finance, Operations, and Underwriting Departments to successfully deliver projected bank credits in accordance with release schedules and project modeling. Implemented proactive approaches for researching, soliciting, and winning credit sales and RFPs. Created and reviewed purchase agreements, credit pricing, and deposit structures. Worked with Markets Team to manage branding and marketing such as website updates, social media platforms, conferences, and sell sheets. Led permittee responsible restoration solutions working directly with clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies to develop and implement projects. Developed, wrote, and negotiated contract terms. Managed and implemented project tasks including budgets, vendor solicitations, vendor management, project design, and monitoring. Advised clients and maintained positive and proactive client and regulatory relationships. Ensured projects comply with regulatory requirements.
Ecosystem Investment PartnersAppalachian Bank Representative (Independently Retained)
Mar. 2018 - Dec. 2019Greater Pittsburgh AreaResponsible for all aspects of mitigation sales across the Appalachia region. Worked with customers and environmental consultants to market and sell mitigation credits including sourcing, negotiating, and closing credit sales. Developed and retained relationships with new and existing customers. Prospected, researched, developed, and maintained credit sales leads. Effectively marketed mitigation credits providing value-added support to credit buyers by assisting them through the permit process. Worked with credit buyers to understand credit needs while capturing and documenting opportunities in Salesforce. Negotiated and closed credit sales transactions. Developed and maintained regional marketing collateral. Drafted credit sales contracts and closing documentation. Updated and managed credit sales ledgers. Tracked and followed-up on credit sales, contractual dates, and revenues. Collaborated with internal teams to issue invoices, notices, and maintain internal reports.
Fisher Associates PE, LS, LA, DPCProject Manager/Senior Environmental Specialist
Apr. 2016 - Aug. 2017Greater Pittsburgh AreaServed as the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest Natural Resources Program Lead supervising permitting, wetland delineations, and environmental assessments for energy, transportation, and land development clients. Co-led business development efforts and secured and managed new client accounts and budgets. Attended technical conferences, industry meetings, and events. Performed project costing projections and delivered responses to project proposals. Provided technical and regulatory guidance in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations to executive management and project teams. Performed technical reviews of permits, wetland delineations, and threatened and endangered species assessments. Implemented and reviewed company policies and procedures. Provided technical training to junior staff and guidance to less experienced members of the project team.
KleinfelderSenior Permitting Specialist/Environmental Permitting and Planning Assistant/Head
Apr. 2014 - Apr. 2016Cranberry Township, PAServed as a Senior Permitting Specialist and Environmental Permitting and Planning Assistant/Head for multiple West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania clients within the Marcellus Utica Shale Sector. Supervised and prepared permits and technical documents, including threatened and endangered species letters, conservation plans, and mitigation plans. Provided analysis and technical support and coordinated technical scientific aspects to Project Managers and Senior Operations. Wrote project proposals and delivered client presentations. Led field reviews and site walks with regulatory agencies. Conducted wetland and stream delineations in accordance with the USACE 1987 Manual and Regional Supplements, botanical and wildlife surveys, and habitat assessments. Applied creativity and independent thought to solve technical problems with limited oversight. Supervised staff and provided wetland/permitting training to Staff Biologists. Selected to serve as an assistant and head of the Keystone Region’s Environmental Permitting and Planning Group Offered a Senior Permitting Specialist position for West Virginia and Ohio after seven months of employment. Appointed as an Independent Technical Reviewer for the Keystone Region
Cardno JFNewEnvironmental Specialist
Jun. 2013 - Oct. 2013Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan AreaServed as an environmental specialist for the energy sector and private property owners. Conducted wetland delineations, soil characterization, habitat functional assessments, wildlife and vegetation surveys. Performed GPS data collection, data entry, and data transmittal to project managers. Assisted with restoration projects and management of nuisance and exotic species. Appointed as a field lead for avian and migratory bird nest surveys.
St. Johns River Water Management DistrictRegulatory Scientist II
Jan. 2006 - Dec. 2012Palm Bay, FLServed as a regulator for one of five water management districts serving 18 counties. Reviewed and coordinated permit applications, construction plans, geotechnical reports, legal documents, and mitigation proposals for adherence with state regulations. Applied extensive experience in wetland delineation, technical writing, soil analysis, and biological monitoring. Resolved project issues, visited sites to assess impact, and evaluated project status to ensure permit enforcement and compliance. Coordinated with federal and local agencies to ensure project regulation conformance. Assisted other Divisions with water quality monitoring for water resource restoration projects. Appointed as one of two members of the District wide Formal Wetland Delineation Team. Designed and managed multi-year seagrass shading study for Indian River Lagoon Estuary. Recognized by management for ability to lead and effectively collaborate with teams to successfully complete large restoration and compliance projects. Received numerous accolades for implementing and promoting successful recycling program.
Florida Institute of TechnologyResearch Assistant
Feb. 2004 - Aug. 2004Melbourne, FLPerformed research design, set-up, and maintenance. Conducted biomass measurements, growth-rate quantification, and nutrient analysis of water samples. Measured photosynthetic productivity through oxygen evolution techniques. Prepared and presented research findings. Selected by professor to prepare and present research to Florida Academy of Sciences.
St. Johns River Water Management DistrictRegulatory Scientist Intern
Jan. 2004 - Dec. 2005Palm Bay, FLPerformed research and monitored compliance of wetland systems and upland buffers. Partnered with teams to resolve non-compliance issues. Assisted with permit application reviews, wetland assessments, and creation of technical and cost analysis reports. ArcGIS mapping to determine compliance. Conducted seagrass surveys for mitigation determination and land use research. Offered full-time employment upon completion of internship.
Florida Department of Environmental ProtectionEnvironmental Specialist I
Jan. 2000 - Dec. 2001Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida AreaMonitored and inspected wells to ensure safe drinking water distribution, compliance, and enforcement. Reviewed lead/copper, nitrate/nitrite, and PCB reports. Prepared monthly operating reports, analyzed bacteriological reports, and worked with facility owners and operators.
Reynolds, Smith, & HillsEnvironmental Scientist
Aug. 1999 - Dec. 1999Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida AreaObserved vegetation shifts and changes in water level at Cypress Creek well field. Monitored upland and wetland ecosystems, performed aerial photographic interpretations, and developed databases.
Florida Department of Environmental ProtectionEnvironmental Specialist I
Jan. 1999 - Dec. 2000Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida AreaCreated and restored freshwater, estuarine, and coastal habitats. Planned, implemented, and monitored projects. Performed GPS data collection and managed exotic and nuisance species. Prepared technical progress reports, grant requests, and permits. Presented clean marina program to dock owners and operators. Supervised and coordinated interns and volunteers.
Tampa's Lowry Park ZooZookeeper Intern
May. 1998 - Aug. 1998Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida AreaAssisted with animal care and exhibit maintenance.
Florida Department of Environmental ProtectionEnvironmental Specialist Intern
Jan. 1998 - Dec. 1999Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida AreaHelped to create and restore freshwater, estuarine, and coastal habitats. Performed GPS data collection using self-leveling equipment and developed hydrology maps using ArcGIS. Assisted with permit preparation, technical reports, and the management of exotic and nuisance species. Excelled in internship resulting in offer for full-time employment.
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