Special needs father; NGO Co-founder; Strategic planning and capacity building; Entomologist.Strong background in climate resilience, watershed ecology, inclusive and participatory engagement and mapping with NGOs and tribes. Making science understandable, usable and applicable for NGOs, Communities and Government Agencies. Broadly trained leader and interdisciplinary ecologist with demonstrated skills in translating science to policy and to diverse audiences through synthesis and workshops. I transitioned away from scientific research to meet the substantial gap between scientific information and usability for those striving to improve the protection of natural resources and disadvantaged communities - both of whom are often most affected by environmental policy, yet least heard by policymakers. I strive to develop and enhance connections between disparate disciplines, specifically bridging the gaps between science, policy, education, and communications. I have 15 years of experience with compliance-based watershed assessment and monitoring, climate adaptation planning, policy analysis and stakeholder engagement . I support capacity building, workshop development , mapping and spatial analyses and planning for communities addressing contaminated sites, watersheds and green infrastructure, conservation and climate change adaptation and air quality. He provides project management, technical assistance and community engagement services for environmental justice communities.More at: http://calmwatersgroup.com/ Specialties: Capacity Building, Climate Change, Policy, Strategic Planning, Community Engagement, Watershed and Community Planning, Aquatic Ecology, Spatial Analysis, Surface and Groundwater Quality and Quantity Management, Ecosystem Restoration, Invasive Species, Entomology, Energy
Listed skills include Climate Change, Environmental Policy, Water Quality, Environmental Awareness, and 46 others.