Experience

San Francisco Estuary Partnership

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Priority Conservation Area Grant Manager

  • Jan 2023 - Present

  San Francisco Bay Area I am responsible for overall grant program coordination, contract management, budget tracking, and project and program performance monitoring and evaluation of existing and future rounds of funding under the Priority Conservation Area (PCA) Grant program. I am also supporting the review and update of the current PCA grant program for future PCA grant rounds, in coordination with the concurrent effort led by the ABAG/MTC Integrated Planning Department to improve the PCA planning framework and… Show more I am responsible for overall grant program coordination, contract management, budget tracking, and project and program performance monitoring and evaluation of existing and future rounds of funding under the Priority Conservation Area (PCA) Grant program. I am also supporting the review and update of the current PCA grant program for future PCA grant rounds, in coordination with the concurrent effort led by the ABAG/MTC Integrated Planning Department to improve the PCA planning framework and program to incorporate a wider range of policy considerations including climate resilience, equity, and access to parks and open space. Show less



WRA, Inc.

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Senior Open Space Planner

  • Apr 2022 - Jan 2023

  Petaluma, California, United States I worked with an interdisciplinary team to prepare open space and trail plans that provide equitable public access while protecting sensitive natural and cultural resources. My ability to develop graphically rich documents to highlight key issues and convey excitement about open space planning initiatives, based in strong content knowledge, makes me a particularly effective planner and advocate.



Metropolitan Transportation Commission

• United States
• Government Administration
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Associate Regional Planner

  • Oct 2019 - Apr 2022

  San Francisco Bay Area My primary responsibilities currently include management and implementation of the Bay Area Water Trail program; lead for conservation strategy development and implementation in Plan Bay Area; management and planning support for the Regional Active Transportation Plan; writing and analysis for the Plan Bay Area Environmental Impact Report; and, implementation support for the Regional Advance Mitigation Planning Program.

• Associate Trail Planner

  • Jul 2017 - Apr 2022

  San Francisco, CA Planning, project management, and overseeing the grant program for the San Francisco Bay Area Water Trail (Water Trail) program. The Water Trail is enhancing access for watercraft like kayaks, SUP, and kiteboards to the San Francisco Bay and its tributaries. The Water Trail promotes safe and responsible recreation on the Bay, while protecting and increasing appreciation of its environmental resources through education and coordinated, strategic access planning. Working closely with local… Show more Planning, project management, and overseeing the grant program for the San Francisco Bay Area Water Trail (Water Trail) program. The Water Trail is enhancing access for watercraft like kayaks, SUP, and kiteboards to the San Francisco Bay and its tributaries. The Water Trail promotes safe and responsible recreation on the Bay, while protecting and increasing appreciation of its environmental resources through education and coordinated, strategic access planning. Working closely with local municipalities and site owners/managers, the Water Trail will eventually include more than 120 existing marinas, waterfront parks, and other public access areas as part of the integrated Water Trail system.



Association of Bay Area Governments

• San Francisco Bay Area Water/Bay Trail Planner

  • Apr 2015 - Jul 2017

  Oakland, CA Planning, project management, and overseeing the grant program for the San Francisco Bay Area Water Trail (Water Trail) program. The Association of Bay Area Governments was formally incorporated into the Metropolitan Transportation Commission in July 2017.



Amec Foster Wheeler

• United Kingdom
• Oil and Gas
• 700 & Above Employee

• Environmental Planner

  • Aug 2008 - Apr 2015

  Santa Barbara, California Environmental planning and impact analysis, including the management and preparation of reports in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Perform federal, state and local permitting. Responsibilities included management and preparation of dozens of reports in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) including controversial and high-profile Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) and Mitigated… Show more Environmental planning and impact analysis, including the management and preparation of reports in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Perform federal, state and local permitting. Responsibilities included management and preparation of dozens of reports in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) including controversial and high-profile Environmental Impact Reports (EIRs) and Mitigated Negative Declarations (MNDs) in complex regulatory jurisdictions, including the Coastal Zone. Performed technical resource analyses assessing project and program-related impacts to resource areas including public access and recreation, biological and cultural resources, and consistency with land use plans and policies. Maintained relationships and facilitated collaboration with multiple federal, state, and municipal agencies. Show less



Santa Barbara County Trails Council

• Project Manager, Coastal Recreation Planning

  • Feb 2013 - Jan 2014

  Santa Barbara, California Area Managed and authored the award-winning Gaviota Coastal Trail and Access Study. The purpose of the Trail Study is to provide an objective and accessible source of information about existing coastal access on the 20 miles of rural coastline in Santa Barbara County. The Trail Study also identifies opportunities and constraints for the completion of a bluff top alignment of the California Coastal Trail and associated beach access improvements. The goal of Trail Study is to ensure that protection… Show more Managed and authored the award-winning Gaviota Coastal Trail and Access Study. The purpose of the Trail Study is to provide an objective and accessible source of information about existing coastal access on the 20 miles of rural coastline in Santa Barbara County. The Trail Study also identifies opportunities and constraints for the completion of a bluff top alignment of the California Coastal Trail and associated beach access improvements. The goal of Trail Study is to ensure that protection and expansion of coastal trails, access, parks, open space and recreation receives attention commensurate with the Gaviota Coast’s statewide and national importance, and that the public interest with regard to improved coastal access and implementation of the Coastal Trail are recognized. Trail Study also involved over 12 days of field surveys, tabling and online petitions and questionnaires, and meetings with local government representatives. Show less



Monterey Bay Aquarium

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Research Analyst

  • Feb 2009 - Mar 2010

  Santa Barbara, California Area Performed research and analysis of the California white seabass fishery to assess the sustainability of current catch levels and fishing methods for the Seafood Watch Program. The program’s goals are to raise awareness of ocean conservation issues and empower seafood consumers and businesses to make sustainable choices when purchasing seafood.



Santa Barbara Sustainable Seafood Program

• Research Intern

  • Feb 2009 - Oct 2009

  Santa Barbara, California Area First program intern and helped to shape the Santa Barbara Sustainable Seafood Program. The goal of the program is to educate the Santa Barbara community about the impact of their seafood choices and to work with distributors and restaurants to assess the sustainability of the seafood they sell and recommend sustainable alternatives. Worked closely with the two major seafood distributors in Santa Barbara to phase out less sustainable seafood choices. Also developed public education materials.