Responsible for the company’s progress towards publicly stated 2025 ESG goals and targets.-In 2023, saw a 5% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and a 33% reduction in freshwater use.-Conducted on-site energy, water, and waste opportunity assessments throughout 2023.-Secured first-ever capital budget allocation for sustainability projects ($1.3MM) in 2024.-Led full company-wide transition to new sustainability data management platform, Green Diamond.-Coordinated feedback sessions and working groups to ensure software provided sites with automated utility syncs, real-time data tracking, and user controls.-Coordinated third-party assurance engagement to validate performance data in annual ESG Report.-Selected as finalist for the “Innovation Tournament” to develop water balance framework.-Drove “How2Recycle” labeling on consumer packaging as part of cross-functional packaging overhaul.-Worked with procurement to build out ESG Supplier Scorecard and integrate into sourcing process.

Provided environmental compliance leadership, support, and strategy to 110 Amazon Logistics (AMZL) delivery stations across the United States Central Super-Region (AL, AR, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, LA, MI, MN, NE, OH, OK, TN, TX, WI).-Partnered with AMZL Delivery Station operations leadership teams for tactical execution of environmental compliance procedures that ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.-Led continuous improvement initiatives to minimize environmental impacts and communicate & implement best practices-Created internal Delivery Service Partner (DSP) Escalation Matrix as a mechanism for holding all 2,450 DSP partners accountable for environmental stormwater compliance at the station level across 450+ Amazon Delivery Stations in the United States-Incorporated environmental metrics into operations-facing dashboards to drive compliance at the super-regional, regional, sub-regional, and station levels across the organization.

Provided environmental compliance and sustainability leadership and support to Morton Salt and K+S Windsor Salt evaporation facilities across the United States and Canada. -Developed and implemented a sustainability strategy that established 2030 aspirational goals by leading a cross-functional steering team, which included leaders from procurement, operations, supply chain, health & safety, HR, and community engagement. Helped to drive the creation and implementation of a company-wide sustainability strategy across 26 manufacturing locations and 2 corporate offices. -25% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions -15% reduction in fresh water usage -6 million pounds of product diverted from landfill via donations to non-profit organizations and alternative uses -100% of logistics fleet EPA Smart Way Certified -100% of U.S. critical suppliers aligned with Code of Conduct -Created company-wide "Sustainability Champion" program across all facilities to find opportunities to reduce environmental footprint. Chaired the Chicago Headquarters "Green Team" to improve environmental sustainability awareness in the workplace.-Administered global internal sustainability reporting tool for annual report and spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives to improve on data collection process each year. Worked with Operations Excellence team to incorporate sustainability into Continuous Improvement project tracking.-Led team across network to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, provincial, and local environmental laws and regulations (Title V, NSPS OOO, MACT, RICE, GHG, NPDES, SWPPP, SPCC, EPCRA Tier II/TRI/Form R, RCRA, NPRI, Dangerous Goods).-Led seven successful ISO 14001 Environmental Management certifications and one successful ISO 50001 Energy Management System certification across the network.

Provide environmental compliance and sustainability leadership and support to Morton Salt's solar facilities and warehouses across the United States, Canada, and the Bahamas.-Ensure facilities are in compliance with all applicable government regulatory requirements and corporate standards.-Provide assistance in developing and implementing environmental management systems.-Conduct internal environmental compliance audits to ensure facilities are adhering to federal, state, and local regulations.-Conduct internal ISO 14001 audits and assist with ISO 14001 EMS certification-Participate in periodic reviews and continuous improvement of Morton Salt's environmental standards and the development of sustainable development programs.-Review facility environmental metrics and annual reports-Train and mentor site environmental coordinators

Compliance System Owner: Program ownership of compliance systems for NPDES, SDWA, SPCC, Boiler MACT, and ISO 14001.-Provided prompt and effective support to site client groups (management and operations) relating to EH&S issues, with a focus on water. -Developed field execution plans and QA/QC tools that enable environmental technicians to better leverage their knowledge in the field. -Worked with operations to evaluate leading/lagging metrics, driving change as needed. -Owned and developed environmental or plant initiatives within targeted program areas. -Partnered effectively with plant operations to ensure a clear understanding of resource needs and communication of the timing of upcoming changes.-Served as Environmental Advisor for the Waste Treatment/Utilities Unit, acting as first point of contact for all groups working in or with the Unit.-Represented environmental department in site “Safety Champion” initiative.-Experience with ISO14001 management system.-Showed initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.-Performed periodic self-assessments and participate in audits to verify compliance and system effectiveness.-Employed proven analytical skills to manage multiple activities at the same time.

Rotated through an intensive 21-month environmental compliance training program run by Koch Industries' Corporate Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team.Koch Industries Global Headquarters (Wichita, KS)-Initial 3-month training which included travel to multiple Koch-affiliated sitesPine Bend Refinery (Rosemount, MN) – 9 months, Focus: Waste, Air-Ensured all refinery wastes were managed within regulatory requirements.-Performed weekly inspections of hazardous waste processing/storage areas.-Led large-scale cost-saving projects for waste disposal and reclamation.-Coordinated routine stack testing on emission units as required by air regulations.Joliet Chemical Intermediates (Channahon, IL) – 9 months, Focus: LDAR, Air, Water-Developed air compliance reports (GHG, permit deviations/certifications, LDAR).-Upgraded compliance systems via revamped policies and plant-wide training.-Created air permits with emissions calculations spreadsheets for site projects.-Managed Boiler MACT DDDDD compliance system for on-site boilers and furnaces.Developed a working understanding of varied environmental regulatory requirements.-DOT/RCRA-certified; EPA Method 9-certified; Air Permitting, Air Compliance, LDAR, Tanks, Waste, and Water experience.

-Provided consulting services for private healthcare clients.-Analyzed federal and state compliance regulations.-Reviewed and edited health care documentation.

-Analyzed numerical and statistical weather models and satellite data to produce graphics for nightly news production and web forecasts for the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.-Wrote on-line weather blogs to transmit current weather events around the nation.