David Wood
Executive Director at Chesapeake Stormwater Network- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Non-Profit Organization Manager Certificate
Community College of Baltimore CountyJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Climate Change Professional (CC-P)
Association of Climate Change OfficersApr, 2022- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Chesapeake Stormwater Network
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Director
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Oct 2022 - Present
Advocate for more effective stormwater practices in the Bay watershed and expand outreach to MS4s across the watershed.Oversee design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of CSN’s stormwater programs, products and services.Develop new technical tools and resources for stormwater users and synthesize research to improve management of stormwater and urban watersheds.Deliver stormwater training services, by developing new content and continuously improving our training tools (workshops/on-line modules/webcasts, etc.) to induce real changes in on the ground decisions and behaviors by stormwater professionals. Oversees fundraising planning and implementation, and ensure compliance with financial and reporting requirements.Continuously develop, implement, and document CSN's efforts related to diversity, equity, inclusion and environmental justice in the communities we serve. Show less
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Stormwater Coordinator
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Dec 2016 - Sep 2022
Serve as Technical Coordinator for the Chesapeake Bay Program's Urban Stormwater Workgroup.Build stormwater and watershed restoration program capacity for local governments, NGOs and other stormwater professionals by leading the development of virtual and in-person training events for a network of over 11,000.Synthesize wide-ranging scientific literature and present it in clear and meaningful ways to inform watershed managers and policymakers on topics including climate resilience, stream restoration, and watershed planning. Facilitate growth and diversity of the stormwater sector through programs that foster early career training and networking opportunities for young professionals. Perform non-profit management responsibilities, including: fundraising, grant management, project management, website design, and communications. Show less
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Chesapeake Research Consortium
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United States
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Environmental Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Environmental Management Staffer
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Sep 2014 - Dec 2016
Supported the Chesapeake Bay Program's Water Quality Goal Implementation Team and associated workgroups. Organized and facilitated meetings with a diverse range of state, federal and local stakeholders to discuss scientific and policy issues. Wrote technical reports to outline how nutrient removal efficiencies and verification procedures for various nonpoint source best management practices will be incorporated into Chesapeake Bay Watershed Model. Developed 2-year workplans for meeting Chesapeake Watershed Agreement goals related to improving water quality and reducing toxic contaminants in the Chesapeake Bay. Show less
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Chesapeake Environmental Lab
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Stevensville, MD
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Laboratory Technician
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Jun 2014 - Sep 2014
Performed microbiological and inorganic chemical analysis for drinking water and wastewater samples. Maintained laboratory QA/QC log books for data review and reporting. Performed microbiological and inorganic chemical analysis for drinking water and wastewater samples. Maintained laboratory QA/QC log books for data review and reporting.
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Projects Supervisor
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May 2012 - May 2014
Designed and promoted a neighborhood-scale certification program to encourage bay-friendly practices in communities within the watershed. Conducted site evaluations to assess storm water runoff issues and make recommendations to mitigate the impacts of the runoff. Perform door-to-door outreach to promote the Bay Restoration Fund septic grant program Grant report writing and assembly of project site assessment reports. Designed and promoted a neighborhood-scale certification program to encourage bay-friendly practices in communities within the watershed. Conducted site evaluations to assess storm water runoff issues and make recommendations to mitigate the impacts of the runoff. Perform door-to-door outreach to promote the Bay Restoration Fund septic grant program Grant report writing and assembly of project site assessment reports.
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Intern
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Sep 2012 - Jan 2013
Performed environmental site evaluations and conducted water quality assessment monitoring in order to help implement stormwater control measures in the Chesapeake Bay watershed and coral reef habitats in Puerto Rico. Assisted with grant writing and the development of project proposals. Performed environmental site evaluations and conducted water quality assessment monitoring in order to help implement stormwater control measures in the Chesapeake Bay watershed and coral reef habitats in Puerto Rico. Assisted with grant writing and the development of project proposals.
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St. Mary's College of Maryland
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United States
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Higher Education
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500 - 600 Employee
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Recycling Coordinator
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Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
Organized the recycling program for the townhouse apartments at St. Mary's College of Maryland. Organized the recycling program for the townhouse apartments at St. Mary's College of Maryland.
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Maryland Science Center
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Public Programmer
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May 2011 - Jan 2012
Taught scientific concepts to Science Center guests through hands-on science experiments, demonstrations, and stage shows. Taught scientific concepts to Science Center guests through hands-on science experiments, demonstrations, and stage shows.
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Education
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2010 - 2014
St. Mary's College of Maryland
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, General
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