Experience

WattTime.org

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Partnerships Coordinator

  • Mar 2022 - Present

• Environmental Justice Analyst

  • Aug 2021 - Mar 2022



Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals

• Flagstaff, Arizona Area

• Research Specialist, Senior

  • Dec 2016 - Aug 2021

  Senior Research Specialist for two programs within the Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals: Tribes and Climate Change Program (TCCP) and the National Tribal Air Association (NTAA). The TCCP works with tribes to support their climate related activities, and I: >Project manage, write, and edit the Status of Tribes and Climate Change report >Aid in the planning and coordination for the National Tribal and Indigenous Climate Conference; member of Steering Committee for the Southwest Adaptation Forum >Write and publish profiles on tribes and tribal organizations that are engaging in climate activities >Create carbon neutrality for events and conferences hosted by TCCP, including calculating all emissions >Review and score grant proposals >Research and write information for inclusion in publications on tribal and climate related topics >Complete lit reviews and develop vulnerability assessments for culturally important species, to inform adaptation plans for tribes >Develop metrics to evaluate effectiveness of climate change trainings and workshops The NTAA engages with tribes nationwide on air quality issues and policies, and I: >Develop Policy Resource Kits (including Fact Sheets, Comment Letters, Tribal Template Letters, and Informational Webinars) for federal policies pursuant to the Clean Air Act, EPA's trust responsibility with tribes, and tribal sovereignty >Create weekly updates for relevant issues, upcoming trainings, and funding opportunities >Assist with planning the National Tribal Forum on Air Quality >Manage the development of the 120 page Status of Tribal Air Report, and contribute to other publications such as the white paper on the Science of Air Pollution, Tribes, and Public Health >Facilitate the Mobile Sources work group >Project manage the creation of the Updated and Revised Report on Indoor Air Quality in Indian Country (reanalyzed data sets, recreated charts and graphs, and restructured the report)



The Mindful Athlete

• Owner/Coach

  • Jan 2005 - Aug 2021

  Online and in-person coaching business for cyclists, mountain bikers, and triathletes. In-person fitness instruction for athletes and non-athletic fitness seekers. • Manage small business development, finances, and marketing • Develop and presented in-person skills clinics and instruction in one-to-one, small group, and large group (up to 45 people) settings • Encourage lifestyle changes and mindfulness-based mental training, and communicate technical concepts in such a manor that clients can understand and apply the concepts daily



Flagstaff Climate Action Council

• Founder and Lead Organizer

  • Jan 2017 - Mar 2019

  Initiated the development of the Flagstaff Climate Action Council in partnership with citizens of Flagstaff to advocate for planning, implementing, and sustaining meaningful actions to reduce our community’s contribution to climate change and to increase community resilience, in a way that promotes and upholds social equity while enhancing quality of life. FCAC worked in support of the development of the Flagstaff Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, as well as other relevant sustainability and climate issues. This involved writing letters and presenting to City Council, organizing large outreach and informational events, hosting monthly meetings, regularly communicating with contact list, and attending events as primary speaker.



Grand Canyon Trust

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Clean Energy Opportunities Researcher

  • Jul 2018 - Dec 2018

  Developed a white paper outlining opportunities for the Clean Energy program to inform the strategic planning process; participated in strategic planning retreat. Led the Trust's support of the Prop 127 campaign, including writing blog posts, designing postcards, and spearheading outreach emails. Developed a white paper outlining opportunities for the Clean Energy program to inform the strategic planning process; participated in strategic planning retreat. Led the Trust's support of the Prop 127 campaign, including writing blog posts, designing postcards, and spearheading outreach emails.



Northern Arizona University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Professional Development Coordinator for Climate Science and Solutions

  • Aug 2016 - Aug 2017

  Developed the curriculum and instructed students in climate and sustainability related careers; networked to provide students the full range of university and industry resources. Cultivated strategic partnerships with government entities, higher education institutions, businesses, and non-profits to develop applications of applied student work in creating more sustainable organizations and communities. Partnered with the NAU sustainability office and the City of Flagstaff to do applied student projects in energy management, carbon calculation, and behavior change. Organized and coordinated the Advisory Board and Graduate Committee to develop the CSS curriculum and program direction. Updated, organized, and managed files for alumni, advisory board, classroom instruction, and budget. Promoted, marketed, and grew the CSS program; aided in acceptance decisions. Advised students on the development of career portfolios, including resumes, cover letters, networking abilities, and interviewing skills.



City of Flagstaff

• United States
• Government Administration
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Water Conservation Enforcement (Temporary Position)

  • Jul 2016 - Aug 2016

  Provided education and outreach to residents and commercial businesses on Flagstaff's current water conservation strategies. Assisted in residential water audits; implemented water use reduction strategies such as fixing drip irrigation systems, recommended watering system changes, installed aerators on faucets, and tested for leaks in plumbing systems. Identified outside areas that had water leaks; provided information and tools to the responsible parties. Enhanced data analysis through development of graphs. Contributed to the Water Resources Master Plan chapters on conservation, history, and climate change. Engaged over 160 fourth graders at the "Watershed" station during the Water Festival.



Historic Brewing Company

• Flagstaff, AZ

• Sustainability Intern

  • May 2015 - Dec 2015

  Created a greenhouse gas inventory to help inform future sustainability initiatives and greenhouse gas reduction projects. Wrote a Sustainability Plan, addressing water, energy, waste, and procurement. Established glass recycling and general recycling programs; project managed the implementation of bike racks; initiated the fundraising for future sustainability projects. Created a greenhouse gas inventory to help inform future sustainability initiatives and greenhouse gas reduction projects. Wrote a Sustainability Plan, addressing water, energy, waste, and procurement. Established glass recycling and general recycling programs; project managed the implementation of bike racks; initiated the fundraising for future sustainability projects.



Dara Marks Marino Racing

• Professional Mountain Bike Racer and Off-Road Triathlete

  • Jan 2001 - Oct 2007

  Raced at the professional level all over the state, nation, and world Secured financial and product sponsorship through written proposals, telephone contact, and in-person meetings Promoted my marketing value to potential and current sponsors through blogging and presenting mountain bike clinics Traveled to several parts of Europe, New Zealand, Canada, and Mexico, as well as all over the United States Raced at the professional level all over the state, nation, and world Secured financial and product sponsorship through written proposals, telephone contact, and in-person meetings Promoted my marketing value to potential and current sponsors through blogging and presenting mountain bike clinics Traveled to several parts of Europe, New Zealand, Canada, and Mexico, as well as all over the United States



Madison Simis Elementary and FUSD

• School Teacher

  • Jan 1999 - May 2001

  Variety of in-school instructional positions • Madison Simis, Phoenix, AZ, 3rd grade classroom teacher, 1999-2000 • Flagstaff Unified School District, substitute for all levels, 2000-2001 Variety of in-school instructional positions • Madison Simis, Phoenix, AZ, 3rd grade classroom teacher, 1999-2000 • Flagstaff Unified School District, substitute for all levels, 2000-2001



YMCA of the Rockies and The Biking Expedition

• Outdoor Educator/Trip Leader

  • Jun 1997 - Aug 1999

  Trip leader, instructing no- to low-impact etiquette and techniques • YMCA of the Rockies, backpacking trip leader, 1997 • The Biking Expedition, bicycle trip leader, 1998 and 1999 Trip leader, instructing no- to low-impact etiquette and techniques • YMCA of the Rockies, backpacking trip leader, 1997 • The Biking Expedition, bicycle trip leader, 1998 and 1999