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Work Background
Assistant Program Director
Columbia Climate SchoolAssistant Program Director
Jun. 2022 - Jul. 2023Design, define, and establish a Policy Impact Lab at the Columbia Climate School. • Recruited to develop relationships with Federal and State governments to develop and implement science-based environmental policies • Collaborator in the development, writing, and award of $10 million award for EPA Thriving Communities
Adjunct Professor
Columbia UniversityAdjunct Professor
Jan. 2022 - May. 2022Mentor an energy and transportation industry insight paper for Advanced Energy Economy. • Mentored the 13-person team providing consulting for Advanced Energy Economy • Created an industry insight paper for Advanced Energy Economy on interconnection, regulatory structures, and electric vehicle charging with the focus to advance the integration and utilization of electric school buses for grid stability, emissions reductions, and emergency generation
Assistant Director
Columbia UniversityAssistant Director
Oct. 2021 - Jun. 2022Overseeing daily operations and coordination of an Ivy League graduate program. • Managed all aspects of operating, recruiting, and admitting a 65-person graduate program • Developed and implemented a system to ensure smooth operation and reputation of the program • Point person for connection, conflict resolution, and support through personal/professional transitions
Founder
EnvirofxFounder
Jul. 2019Developing strategies for individuals, non-profits, and small businesses to achieve environmental impact reduction goals. • Creating plans, frameworks, and programs for individuals, non-profits, and small businesses to meet environmental impact reduction goals • Simplify and communicate environmental science to non-scientist through written and visual mediums
Adjunct Professor
United States Merchant Marine AcademyAdjunct Professor
Jul. 2019 - Feb. 2020Operate complex interactive navigation and crew resource management simulation teaching college seniors to make best use and management of all ship bridge resources human and technological to ensure safe voyage navigation. • Mentored over 100 college seniors in simulations to apply practical navigation • Managed and troubleshot a complex integrated computer simulation bridge system
Energy Policy Analyst
Pace UniversityEnergy Policy Analyst
Oct. 2014 - Dec. 2018Accomplished professional adept in organizing outreach events, collaborating on publications, conducting policy research, and managing multifaceted energy datasets and projects across a range of energy initiatives. • Provided engineering and technical expertise on a team of lawyers advocating for state level policies to integrate renewable and distributed energy generation • Cultivated relationships with State and local policy makers implementing policies supporting an energy grid that includes distributed solar, wind, and combined heat and power technologies • Managed and oversaw multiple Federal, State, private grants, including: grant applications, prepare and submit budget justification and generate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports • Coordinated diverse teams of 3-12 with internal collaboration, external clients, and students
Research and Analyst
RiverkeeperResearch and Analyst
Nov. 2012 - May. 2013Ossining, NYProficient in event organization, volunteer coordination, and social media management, with expertise in conducting surveys and research on environmental regulations to advocate for the health and compliance of water treatment facilities and waterways. • Researched Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, wastewater treatment standards, effluent guidelines for petitions to State government to repair the health of the Hudson River and watershed • Conducted survey for permit compliance of wastewater treatment plants along the Hudson River • Community and stakeholder outreach and engagement
New York City Office of Long-Term Planning and Sustainability
New York City Office Of Long Term Planning and SustainabilityNew York City Office of Long-Term Planning and Sustainability
May. 2011 - May. 2012Conducted research on community-level energy reduction initiatives, engaged community members, and presented a data-driven action plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. • Researched existing community-level energy reduction initiatives and presented results • Engaged community members in the developed program • Created and presented public outreach briefing for a data-driven action plan to reduce community-level greenhouse gas emissions in New York City
Operations Coordinator and Third Mate
NYC Department of Environmental ProtectionOperations Coordinator and Third Mate
Jul. 2009 - Jun. 2011New York CityNavigation, operation, and safety protocols of large vessels while ensuring compliance with maritime regulations. Third Mate • Responsible for navigating three unlimited-tonnage vessels in crowded inland waterways • Facilitated the navigation, safety, and maintenance of two small survey vessels used for regular water sample collection and as scientific research platform Operations Coordinator • Supervised the operation and scheduling of five vessels and 60 employees • Created a tracking system to increase transparency and streamline overtime scheduling
Owner Operations Assistant
Grace Lines Shipping CompanyOwner Operations Assistant
Sep. 2008 - Jul. 2009Old Brookville, NYCoordination of vessel operations, including scheduling, communication with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with company procedures and industry regulations. • Oversaw operational functions for a fleet of 13 bulk carriers • Multinational contract review, analysis, and compliance of vessel operations for performance claims
Third Mate-Shipboard
Various CompaniesThird Mate-Shipboard
Jun. 2005 - May. 2011All OceansLicensed deck officer responsible for a navigational watch, cargo operations, and safety • Solo navigation through Straits of Gibraltar, Suez Canal, and Straits of Hormuz • International cargo operations: liquid petroleum, container, roll-on/roll-off • Pirate interaction resolution
Qualified Member of the Engineering Department
Various CompaniesQualified Member of the Engineering Department
Jun. 2005 - Sep. 2008All OceansA junior engineer responsible for mechanical maintenance and monitoring • Repair of reverse osmosis water generator and evaporator piping • Performed fuel oil purifier and saltwater pump maintenance and repairs

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