SummitWest applies technology to ecological design in order to solve environmental challenges and support clients, communities, and ecosystems. We are motivated by the complexities of achieving compliance within a dynamic environmental and regulatory framework. We face these challenges with comprehensive services, integrated teams, business integrity, and a strong environmental ethic. SummitWest combines the unique services and attentiveness of a nimble firm with the financial and logistical support of a large firm. Filling a much-needed niche of a woman-owned & DBE business in the environmental consulting industry, we are able to fulfill all environmental project obligations from start to finish. Our integrative team of specialists offers comprehensive environmental consulting services for wildlife, botany, and permitting. We work with various stakeholders and industries, municipalities, developers, nonprofits, and government entities who are looking for environmental guidance. At SummitWest we partner with our clients to preserve and enhance the structure of the natural environment. SummitWest has 20 full time staff and another 35 part-time, allowing us to do a fantastic job covering California, Oregon, Washington and Nevada. Species experience:• Quino checkerspot butterfly (permitted)• California gnatcatcher (permitted)• Vernal pool fairy shrimp (permitted - wet & dry season)• Desert tortoise (certified)• Flat-tailed horned lizard (certified) • Spotted owl (permitted) • Arroyo toad (handler)• California red-legged frog (permitted)• Yosemite toad (3000+ hours)• Pacific pocket mouse (permitted/MOU)• Stephen's kangaroo rat • San Bernardino kangaroo rat• Least Bel's vireo• Snowy plover (permitted)• Least tern (permitted)• Southwestern willow flycatcher (permitted)• Burrowing owl• Big horn sheep • Wetland delineations (WTI certified)and many more! Learn more about us on our website!www.SummitWestEnv.com

Owner and creative director for Gobi Gear Inc, a brand based on spending more time outside by placing the proper gear in the hands of travelers and adventurers. Gobi Gear is focused on creating a business that focuses on making our world a better place, and is committed to sustainability. 1% For The Planet partner. We specialize in organizational, compartmentalized adventure gear - from divided inserts and compression sacks to our newly launched backpack. Rummage less, explore more! For more information: https://GobiGear.com

Worked as a senior botanist and wildlife biologist, largely supporting SCE and TRTP in the Angeles National Forest. Lead botanical teams and worked with others doing rare plant surveys, tree counts, vegetation mapping, construction monitoring, and nesting bird surveys. I left ICF because they did not give me the proper opportunities to grow my career, were under-utilizing my skill set, and pigeon-holed me on one project after several years of service.