Daniel Coy Email & Phone Number

Baltimore, MD, US

United States

As the Urban & Community Forestry Program Manager, I spearheaded Maryland's statewide urban and community forestry initiatives, providing strategic direction and thought leadership. I administered and updated the Maryland Forest Conservation Act to ensure compliance with evolving legislation, enhancing forest protection. By fostering partnerships with.

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

In my role as Chief of Forestry, I authored a wood innovation grant and advocated to expand the urban wood utilization program, Camp Small, and incorporated cutting-edge technologies. I partnered with Carbon Lock Down and the University of Maryland to pilot a carbon credits program, utilizing low-value logs for long-term carbon sequestration. I improved.

Grand Rapids, Michigan

As City Forester, I led Grand Rapids to receive Tree City USA Growth awards every year, showcasing continuous improvement in urban forestry. I transformed forestry operations using LEAN methodologies, digitizing work orders, tripling production, and reducing response times. By securing a multi-year budget increase, I established a standard maintenance.

Elkhart, Indiana Area

In Elkhart, I authored a major revision to the city's tree ordinance, improving regulatory frameworks for urban forestry management. I developed and executed an emerald ash borer management plan, mitigating pest impacts and preserving urban tree health. I established a network of local woodworkers to promote urban wood utilization and support local.

As a Work Planner, I served as the key point of contact between American Electric Power, Asplundh, and customers, effectively communicating urban forestry needs related to power lines. I regularly maintained and updated a comprehensive tree work database, ensuring accurate and efficient data handling. I directed and supervised crews during emergency storm.

Involved in the wildlife society, society of American foresters, and the Forestry and Natural Resources student council

Re-inspected classified forests for 4 counties in IndianaSpoke with a variety of people about their many various forest management needsIdentified current forest health problems, creative solutions to those problems, and opportunities for enhancementDrafted and edited strategic forest management plans

Collected inventory growth data using a Trimble® GPS device, calipers, and a height stickCompiled growth and yield projection data used for TIMO Stakeholder's ReportMaintained measurement equipment and database Arranged the data collection schedule

Planned and executed forest inventory cruises in the Hoosier National ForestCollected inventory data used to track changes within forest stands over time and identify potential management strategiesCompetently utilized tools including a compass, D-tape, GPS hand-held devices, topographic maps, and ArcGIS maps, and applied knowledge of forestry to enhance.