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Washington, DC, US

Berlin, Germany

Washington DC-Baltimore Area

Here, I built and delivered presentations that demonstrate Planet’s satellite imagery, derived insights, web applications, and integration capabilities to diverse audiences in private business, government organizations, and NGOs. I also led trials, value engineering workshops, and recommended solution architecture to address customer challenges, goals, and.

Washington DC-Baltimore Area

I worked closely with Federal clients to develop crop-type classification models using AI/javascript in Google Earth Engine and develop workflows, training manuals, wireframes, design standards, and templates for my team and clients with ArcGISPro, Microsoft, and Adobe Creative Suite softwares. I also produced custom executive maps and data visualizations.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Washington D.C. Metro Area

I interviewed experts, collected/analyzed data, developed drafts, and managed source contacts and contracts to create award-winning map/graphics content for National Geographic Magazine and Atlases. I also researched, coordinated, and led graphic story brainstorm sessions/pitch meetings with executive editors.

Dallas, TX

I conducted data analyses and evaluated service delivery for local non-profit clients. Interviewed and collected data from client organizations, researched best practices for data-driven practice model for civic improvement and led design-thinking workshops with high-level practitioners to inform data-driven practice model growth strategy.

Worcester, MA

I led advanced GIS analysis labs, evaluated papers and projects, held regular well-attended office hours.

Worcester, MA

I provided ad hoc tutoring services for undergraduate and graduate students on GIS/remote sensing academic projects.

Worcester, MA

I catalogued new acquisitions, responded to research inquiries and trained undergraduate intern. Researched historical cartographic and remote sensing material for archival and guest inquiry purposes.

Greenbelt, MD

I co-led team in conservation research project using machine learning and statistical techniques on Landsat and MODIS NDVI data to classify land cover and identify regional environmental trends for Amboseli National Park in Kenya. Presented results at scientific meetings (DEVELOP-NASA, AGU, NESTVAL).

Worcester, MA

Digitized GIS village community assets in Sierra Leone using satellite imagery and community designed maps for service delivery and expansion purposes, trained undergraduate students in ground truth assessment to validate GIS assets.

Collected student, teacher, and family survey data from teams across state and tracked student performance (ages ~11-15) evaluation data to inform program strategy. Led student groups in volunteer-led apprenticeships and original educational programming.

Master Of Science (M.S.), Geographic Information Science For Development And The Environment

Bachelor Of Arts, Urban Studies

Activities and Societies: College Honors, Campus Environmental Center: Students for a Sustainable Campus, Green Building Committee.