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Meridian Institute Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Makkah Ali Makkah Ali's Meridian Institute Experience 2013 - Present
Job Mediator and Program Associate at Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute 2013 - Present
Freelance 2010 - Present
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Conflict Resolution, Public Policy, Training, Project Management, Community Development, Strategy, Grant Writing, Policy Analysis, Facilitation, Staff Development, Team Building, Strategic Planning
Education
George Mason University
Master of Science, Conflict Analysis and Resolution
Wellesley College
Bachelor of Arts, Peace and Justice Studies, Religion
Meridian Institute 2013 - Present
Freelance 2010 - Present
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Conflict Resolution, Public Policy, Training, Project Management, Community Development, Strategy, Grant Writing, Policy Analysis, Facilitation, Staff Development, Team Building, Strategic Planning
Education
George Mason University
Master of Science, Conflict Analysis and Resolution
Wellesley College
Bachelor of Arts, Peace and Justice Studies, Religion
Corrina Steward Corrina Steward's Meridian Institute Experience January 2001 - July 2002
Job Teacher, Consultant, Coach and Healer for Sustainability, Biodiversity, Health and WellBeing
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Our New Humanity April 2014 - Present
Young Living Essential Oils December 2013 - Present
Earth Hive June 2012 - Present
Greenfield Community College January 2011 - Present
UNDP Small Grants Programme March 2009 - Present
EcoResource Consulting and Coaching July 2007 - 2012
Grassroots International March 2005 - February 2008
UNDP, Small Grants Programme April 2005 - July 2006
Meridian Institute January 2001 - July 2002
Skills
Climate Change, NGOs, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Sustainability, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Research, Teaching, International..., Capacity Building, Coaching, Healing, Consulting, Reiki, Flower Essences, Sustainable Agriculture, Bees, Biodiversity, Ecology, Nonprofits, Sustainable Development, Grant Writing, Environmental Issues, Community Development, Angel Readings, Community Empowerment, Creative..., Essential Oils, Free Thinking
Education
Yale University 2002 — 2004
MESci, Conservation and Sustainable Development
Oberlin College 1996 — 1999
BA, Biology and Environmental Studies
Our New Humanity April 2014 - Present
Young Living Essential Oils December 2013 - Present
Earth Hive June 2012 - Present
Greenfield Community College January 2011 - Present
UNDP Small Grants Programme March 2009 - Present
EcoResource Consulting and Coaching July 2007 - 2012
Grassroots International March 2005 - February 2008
UNDP, Small Grants Programme April 2005 - July 2006
Meridian Institute January 2001 - July 2002
Skills
Climate Change, NGOs, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Sustainability, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Research, Teaching, International..., Capacity Building, Coaching, Healing, Consulting, Reiki, Flower Essences, Sustainable Agriculture, Bees, Biodiversity, Ecology, Nonprofits, Sustainable Development, Grant Writing, Environmental Issues, Community Development, Angel Readings, Community Empowerment, Creative..., Essential Oils, Free Thinking
Education
Yale University 2002 — 2004
MESci, Conservation and Sustainable Development
Oberlin College 1996 — 1999
BA, Biology and Environmental Studies
Ann Olsen Ann Olsen's Meridian Institute Experience 2008 - 2011
Job Policy Management Consultant at Vanderbilt Health Affiliated Network
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Vanderbilt Health Affiliated Network July 2014 - Present
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Informatics Center September 2012 - June 2014
Meridian Institute 2008 - 2011
Ann Olsen Consulting 2004 - 2008
HCA 1999 - 2001
Vanderbilt University Medical Center 1992 - 1999
Skills
Public Policy, Sustainability, Program Management, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Strategy, Policy, Strategic Planning, Workshop Facilitation, Healthcare Information..., Program Development, Informatics, Healthcare Industry, HIPAA, Business Analysis, Business Process..., Interdisciplinary..., Green Building, Strategic Communications, Project Management, Information Governance, Public Speaking, Information Modeling, Sustainability Metrics, Program Evaluation, Systems Analysis, Government, Proposal Writing, Research, Community Development, Information Management, Data Analysis, Business Continuity..., Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Business Systems...
Education
Vanderbilt University 2001 — 2013
Vanderbilt University
M.A.
Vanderbilt University - Owen Graduate School of Management
MBA
Rice University
B.A.
Vanderbilt Health Affiliated Network July 2014 - Present
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Informatics Center September 2012 - June 2014
Meridian Institute 2008 - 2011
Ann Olsen Consulting 2004 - 2008
HCA 1999 - 2001
Vanderbilt University Medical Center 1992 - 1999
Skills
Public Policy, Sustainability, Program Management, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Strategy, Policy, Strategic Planning, Workshop Facilitation, Healthcare Information..., Program Development, Informatics, Healthcare Industry, HIPAA, Business Analysis, Business Process..., Interdisciplinary..., Green Building, Strategic Communications, Project Management, Information Governance, Public Speaking, Information Modeling, Sustainability Metrics, Program Evaluation, Systems Analysis, Government, Proposal Writing, Research, Community Development, Information Management, Data Analysis, Business Continuity..., Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Business Systems...
Education
Vanderbilt University 2001 — 2013
Vanderbilt University
M.A.
Vanderbilt University - Owen Graduate School of Management
MBA
Rice University
B.A.
Justin Henceroth Justin Henceroth's Meridian Institute Experience January 2010 - June 2012
Job Risk and Resilience, Harvard Graduate School of Design
Industry Public Policy
Experience
ISET-International September 2013 - July 2015
Henry Luce Foundation June 2012 - July 2013
Meridian Institute January 2010 - June 2012
Andrew Romanoff for US Senate October 2009 - December 2009
Colorado House Majority September 2009 - December 2009
The Keystone Center July 2009 - September 2009
Colorado College May 2008 - June 2009
Colorado College January 2007 - May 2009
Colorado College 2008 - 2009
Colorado Center on Law and Policy September 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Social Networking, Project Management, Database Admin, SharePoint, Research, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Public Policy, Government, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Stakeholder Engagement, Proposal Writing, Mediation, Policy Research, Process Design, Event Planning, Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Strategic Planning, International..., Microsoft Office, Policy, Program Management, Strategy, Climate Change, Environmental Awareness, NGOs, Analysis, Sustainability, Capacity Building, Program Development, Grant Writing, Environmental Issues, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Program Evaluation
Education
Harvard University Graduate School of Design 2015 — 2017
Master’s Degree, Risk and Resilience
Colorado College 2005 — 2009
BA, Biology, 3.9, cum laude with Distinctions
Summit High School 2001 — 2005
Diploma
ISET-International September 2013 - July 2015
Henry Luce Foundation June 2012 - July 2013
Meridian Institute January 2010 - June 2012
Andrew Romanoff for US Senate October 2009 - December 2009
Colorado House Majority September 2009 - December 2009
The Keystone Center July 2009 - September 2009
Colorado College May 2008 - June 2009
Colorado College January 2007 - May 2009
Colorado College 2008 - 2009
Colorado Center on Law and Policy September 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Social Networking, Project Management, Database Admin, SharePoint, Research, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Public Policy, Government, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Stakeholder Engagement, Proposal Writing, Mediation, Policy Research, Process Design, Event Planning, Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Strategic Planning, International..., Microsoft Office, Policy, Program Management, Strategy, Climate Change, Environmental Awareness, NGOs, Analysis, Sustainability, Capacity Building, Program Development, Grant Writing, Environmental Issues, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Program Evaluation
Education
Harvard University Graduate School of Design 2015 — 2017
Master’s Degree, Risk and Resilience
Colorado College 2005 — 2009
BA, Biology, 3.9, cum laude with Distinctions
Summit High School 2001 — 2005
Diploma
Selena Elmer's Meridian Institute Experience July 2014 - July 2015
Job MPA Candidate at the Evans School of Public Policy and Governance, University of Washington
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Meridian Institute July 2014 - July 2015
Meridian Institute June 2012 - June 2014
Burt's Bees May 2011 - July 2011
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 9 May 2010 - July 2010
Global Service Corps May 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Sustainability, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Agriculture, Workshop Facilitation, Public Policy, NGOs, Climate Change, Grant Writing, Policy, Environmental Issues, Strategy, Nonprofits
Education
Evans School of Public Policy and Governance, University of Washington
Master's of Public Administration in Environmental Policy (candidate)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts with Highest Distinction, Public Policy, Environmental Studies
St. George's School 2004 — 2008
Meridian Institute July 2014 - July 2015
Meridian Institute June 2012 - June 2014
Burt's Bees May 2011 - July 2011
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 9 May 2010 - July 2010
Global Service Corps May 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Sustainability, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Agriculture, Workshop Facilitation, Public Policy, NGOs, Climate Change, Grant Writing, Policy, Environmental Issues, Strategy, Nonprofits
Education
Evans School of Public Policy and Governance, University of Washington
Master's of Public Administration in Environmental Policy (candidate)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts with Highest Distinction, Public Policy, Environmental Studies
St. George's School 2004 — 2008
Diana Portner Diana Portner's Meridian Institute Experience June 2013 - Present
Job Mediator and Program Associate at Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute June 2013 - Present
University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum June 2011 - May 2013
University of Michigan September 2012 - December 2012
Bitterroot Conservation Partnership June 2012 - August 2012
Bureau of Land Management and Student Conservation Association September 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Research, Environmental Education, Teaching, Public Speaking, Program Development, Program Evaluation, Volunteer Management, Higher Education, Event Planning, Data Analysis, Ecology, Editing, Student Development, ArcGIS, Environmental Science, Environmental Awareness, Policy, Nonprofits
Education
University of Michigan 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MS) Natural Resources and Environment, Behavior, Education and Communication
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Certificate, Psychology and Environmental Studies
Meridian Institute June 2013 - Present
University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum June 2011 - May 2013
University of Michigan September 2012 - December 2012
Bitterroot Conservation Partnership June 2012 - August 2012
Bureau of Land Management and Student Conservation Association September 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Research, Environmental Education, Teaching, Public Speaking, Program Development, Program Evaluation, Volunteer Management, Higher Education, Event Planning, Data Analysis, Ecology, Editing, Student Development, ArcGIS, Environmental Science, Environmental Awareness, Policy, Nonprofits
Education
University of Michigan 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MS) Natural Resources and Environment, Behavior, Education and Communication
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Certificate, Psychology and Environmental Studies
Tutti Tischler Tutti Tischler's Meridian Institute Experience May 1997 - October 2001
Job National Sales Manager at Breckenridge Hospitality / Hotel & Conferences
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Breckenridge Hospitality June 2002 - Present
Meridian Institute May 1997 - October 2001
The Keystone Center December 1991 - May 1997
Keystone Resort 1986 - 1990
Skills
Hotels, Contract Negotiation, Customer Relations, Sales Management, Government, New Business Development, Budgeting, Event Management, Conferences, Non-profits, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Event Planning, Logistics, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Public Speaking, Meeting Planning, Direct Sales, Problem Solving, Hospitality, Budgets, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Tourism, Resorts, Convention Services, Nonprofits
Education
University of Northern Colorado 1982 — 1986
Bachelors, Political Science
Thornton High School
Breckenridge Hospitality June 2002 - Present
Meridian Institute May 1997 - October 2001
The Keystone Center December 1991 - May 1997
Keystone Resort 1986 - 1990
Skills
Hotels, Contract Negotiation, Customer Relations, Sales Management, Government, New Business Development, Budgeting, Event Management, Conferences, Non-profits, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Event Planning, Logistics, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Public Speaking, Meeting Planning, Direct Sales, Problem Solving, Hospitality, Budgets, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Tourism, Resorts, Convention Services, Nonprofits
Education
University of Northern Colorado 1982 — 1986
Bachelors, Political Science
Thornton High School
Barbara Stinson Barbara Stinson's Meridian Institute Experience September 2010 - Present
Job Senior Partner at Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute September 2010 - Present
Meridian Institute 1997 - Present
The Keystone Center January 1991 - September 1997
ICF International May 1989 - December 1990
Skills
Public Policy Mediation, Mediation, Environmental Policy, Public Policy, Policy, Policy Analysis, Workshop Facilitation, Organizational..., Strategy, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution, Conflict, Government, Conflict Analysis, Agriculture, Strategic Planning, Sustainable Development, Climate Change
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1984 — 1986
Master's City Planning, Environmental Policy and Conflict Resolution
University of Colorado Boulder 1976 — 1980
B.A., Environmental Conservation
Meridian Institute September 2010 - Present
Meridian Institute 1997 - Present
The Keystone Center January 1991 - September 1997
ICF International May 1989 - December 1990
Skills
Public Policy Mediation, Mediation, Environmental Policy, Public Policy, Policy, Policy Analysis, Workshop Facilitation, Organizational..., Strategy, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution, Conflict, Government, Conflict Analysis, Agriculture, Strategic Planning, Sustainable Development, Climate Change
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1984 — 1986
Master's City Planning, Environmental Policy and Conflict Resolution
University of Colorado Boulder 1976 — 1980
B.A., Environmental Conservation
Catherine Rothacker's Meridian Institute Experience June 2014 - June 2015
Job MEM Candidate at the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
Meridian Institute June 2014 - June 2015
Meridian Institute June 2013 - May 2014
Advanced Conservation Strategies May 2012 - June 2013
White House Council on Environmental Quality January 2013 - May 2013
American Geophysical Union September 2012 - November 2012
World Resources Institute June 2011 - August 2011
Amherst College January 2009 - December 2010
Amherst College June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Research, Writing, Public Speaking, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Copy Editing
Education
Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies 2015 — 2017
Master of Environmental Management
Amherst College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) magna cum laude, Environmental Studies and Geology
Meridian Institute June 2014 - June 2015
Meridian Institute June 2013 - May 2014
Advanced Conservation Strategies May 2012 - June 2013
White House Council on Environmental Quality January 2013 - May 2013
American Geophysical Union September 2012 - November 2012
World Resources Institute June 2011 - August 2011
Amherst College January 2009 - December 2010
Amherst College June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Research, Writing, Public Speaking, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Copy Editing
Education
Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies 2015 — 2017
Master of Environmental Management
Amherst College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) magna cum laude, Environmental Studies and Geology
Michael Lesnick Michael Lesnick's Meridian Institute Experience September 1997 - Present
Job CoFounder, Senior Partner Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute September 1997 - Present
The Keystone Center May 1986 - September 1997
Council of Churches of Greater Bridgeport, CT May 1973 - August 1978
Skills
Public Policy, International..., Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Research, Strategic Planning..., Large Group Facilitation, Mediation, Consensus Building, Public Participation, Strategy Facilitation, Retreat Facilitation, Assessment, Organizational..., Policy, Strategy, Sustainability
Education
University of Michigan 1980 — 1985
Ph.D., Environmental Policy
University of Michigan 1978 — 1980
M.S., Natural Resource Policy and Management
Fairfield University 1970 — 1974
B.A., Political Science
Fairfield Prep 1966 — 1970
HS Diploma
Meridian Institute September 1997 - Present
The Keystone Center May 1986 - September 1997
Council of Churches of Greater Bridgeport, CT May 1973 - August 1978
Skills
Public Policy, International..., Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Research, Strategic Planning..., Large Group Facilitation, Mediation, Consensus Building, Public Participation, Strategy Facilitation, Retreat Facilitation, Assessment, Organizational..., Policy, Strategy, Sustainability
Education
University of Michigan 1980 — 1985
Ph.D., Environmental Policy
University of Michigan 1978 — 1980
M.S., Natural Resource Policy and Management
Fairfield University 1970 — 1974
B.A., Political Science
Fairfield Prep 1966 — 1970
HS Diploma
Christina Carlson Christina Carlson's Meridian Institute Experience 2012 - 2013
Job Policy Research Assistant at Union of Concerned Scientists
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Union of Concerned Scientists 2013 - Present
Meridian Institute 2012 - 2013
Meridian Institute 2011 - 2012
Duke University Marine Lab 2010 - 2011
Cabeza Lab in Duke Univeristy's Center for Cognitive Neuroscience 2008 - 2011
The Nature Conservancy 2009 - 2009
Cognitive Psychology Lab in the Center for Aging 2008 - 2008
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Qualitative Research, Editing, Data Analysis, Policy, Government, Environmental Awareness, Fundraising, Sustainable Development, Social Media, Proposal Writing
Education
Duke University 2007 — 2011
AB, Environmental Science and Policy, minor in English
School for International Training 2009 — 2009
Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
Union of Concerned Scientists 2013 - Present
Meridian Institute 2012 - 2013
Meridian Institute 2011 - 2012
Duke University Marine Lab 2010 - 2011
Cabeza Lab in Duke Univeristy's Center for Cognitive Neuroscience 2008 - 2011
The Nature Conservancy 2009 - 2009
Cognitive Psychology Lab in the Center for Aging 2008 - 2008
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Qualitative Research, Editing, Data Analysis, Policy, Government, Environmental Awareness, Fundraising, Sustainable Development, Social Media, Proposal Writing
Education
Duke University 2007 — 2011
AB, Environmental Science and Policy, minor in English
School for International Training 2009 — 2009
Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
Sophia Trotter's Meridian Institute Experience April 2015 - Present
Job Administrative Assistant at Clarion Partners LLC
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Clarion Partners LLC May 2015 - Present
Meridian Institute April 2015 - Present
The Dandelion Patch July 2014 - January 2015
Mirror July 2013 - July 2014
Preservation Chapel Hill December 2013 - April 2014
UNC Health Care May 2013 - July 2013
The Odyssey Magazine November 2012 - April 2013
Table Tribes Movement May 2012 - August 2012
Michelangelo's April 2011 - July 2011
Litchfield Plantation Real Estate April 2010 - May 2010
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Public Speaking, Research, Event Planning, Facebook, Customer Service, Photoshop, Teamwork, Social Networking, Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations
Education
UNC Chapel Hill 2010 — 2014
Saint Mary's School 2007 — 2010
Clarion Partners LLC May 2015 - Present
Meridian Institute April 2015 - Present
The Dandelion Patch July 2014 - January 2015
Mirror July 2013 - July 2014
Preservation Chapel Hill December 2013 - April 2014
UNC Health Care May 2013 - July 2013
The Odyssey Magazine November 2012 - April 2013
Table Tribes Movement May 2012 - August 2012
Michelangelo's April 2011 - July 2011
Litchfield Plantation Real Estate April 2010 - May 2010
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Public Speaking, Research, Event Planning, Facebook, Customer Service, Photoshop, Teamwork, Social Networking, Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations
Education
UNC Chapel Hill 2010 — 2014
Saint Mary's School 2007 — 2010
Kevin Bryan Kevin Bryan's Meridian Institute Experience July 2004 - April 2014
Job Senior Policy Director at Keystone Policy Center
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Keystone Policy Center June 2015 - Present
Independent Consultant August 2014 - May 2015
Justice and Sustainability Associates, LLC April 2014 - July 2014
Meridian Institute July 2004 - April 2014
Environmnetal Leadership Program 2003 - 2011
RESOLVE March 2002 - June 2004
City of San José July 2000 - August 2001
Environmnetal Defense Fund August 1996 - April 2000
Skills
Public Policy, Climate Change, Government, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Research, Strategic Planning, Public Infrastructure, Sustainability, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Policy, Environmental Policy, Community Outreach, Proposal Writing, Fundraising, Consensus Building, International..., Sustainable Development, Environmental Awareness, Workshop Facilitation, Leadership, Program Management, Grant Writing, Strategic Communications, Strategy, Management, Negotiation, Mediation
Education
Howard University 1988 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Civil Engineering
Howard University
BSCE, Civil Engineering
Keystone Policy Center June 2015 - Present
Independent Consultant August 2014 - May 2015
Justice and Sustainability Associates, LLC April 2014 - July 2014
Meridian Institute July 2004 - April 2014
Environmnetal Leadership Program 2003 - 2011
RESOLVE March 2002 - June 2004
City of San José July 2000 - August 2001
Environmnetal Defense Fund August 1996 - April 2000
Skills
Public Policy, Climate Change, Government, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Research, Strategic Planning, Public Infrastructure, Sustainability, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Policy, Environmental Policy, Community Outreach, Proposal Writing, Fundraising, Consensus Building, International..., Sustainable Development, Environmental Awareness, Workshop Facilitation, Leadership, Program Management, Grant Writing, Strategic Communications, Strategy, Management, Negotiation, Mediation
Education
Howard University 1988 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Civil Engineering
Howard University
BSCE, Civil Engineering
Kerri Wright Platais's Meridian Institute Experience December 2008 - June 2010
Job Program Head, Scientific and Technical Partnerships in Africa at The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
Industry International Trade and Development
Experience
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) July 2014 - Present
The World Bank June 2011 - June 2014
TransFarm Africa September 2010 - September 2011
Meridian Institute December 2008 - June 2010
Global Crop Diversity Trust 2007 - 2008
Alliance Office of the CGIAR 2002 - 2007
Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research 2002 - 2007
The World Bank, CGIAR Secretariat 1989 - 1994
Skills
Agriculture, International Training, Food Security, Biodiversity, International..., Research, Rural Development, Climate Change, Africa, Training, NGOs, Sustainable Development, Sustainability, Government, International Relations, Sustainable Agriculture, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Agribusiness, Public/private..., Policy, Value Chain Analysis, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Civil Society, Capacity Building, Economic Development, Proposal Writing, Program Development, Fundraising, Natural Resource..., Public Policy, Poverty Reduction, Program Evaluation, Private Sector..., Environmental Policy, Microfinance, Corporate Social..., Community Development, Capacity Development, Grants, Climate Change..., Development Economics, International...
Education
Colorado State University 1986 — 1989
MSc, Agronomy
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) July 2014 - Present
The World Bank June 2011 - June 2014
TransFarm Africa September 2010 - September 2011
Meridian Institute December 2008 - June 2010
Global Crop Diversity Trust 2007 - 2008
Alliance Office of the CGIAR 2002 - 2007
Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research 2002 - 2007
The World Bank, CGIAR Secretariat 1989 - 1994
Skills
Agriculture, International Training, Food Security, Biodiversity, International..., Research, Rural Development, Climate Change, Africa, Training, NGOs, Sustainable Development, Sustainability, Government, International Relations, Sustainable Agriculture, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Agribusiness, Public/private..., Policy, Value Chain Analysis, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Civil Society, Capacity Building, Economic Development, Proposal Writing, Program Development, Fundraising, Natural Resource..., Public Policy, Poverty Reduction, Program Evaluation, Private Sector..., Environmental Policy, Microfinance, Corporate Social..., Community Development, Capacity Development, Grants, Climate Change..., Development Economics, International...
Education
Colorado State University 1986 — 1989
MSc, Agronomy
Maria Dolores Rodriguez Maria Dolores Rodriguez's Meridian Institute Experience May 2010 - Present
Job Program Manager at River Region Human Services, Inc.
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
River Region Human Services, Inc. December 2014 - Present
Meridian Institute May 2010 - Present
Education
George Mason University 2004 — 2006
MS, Conflict Analysis and Resolution
River Region Human Services, Inc. December 2014 - Present
Meridian Institute May 2010 - Present
Education
George Mason University 2004 — 2006
MS, Conflict Analysis and Resolution
Mallorie Bruns Mallorie Bruns's Meridian Institute Experience 2010 - Present
Job Mediator and Program Associate
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Meridian Institute 2010 - Present
Colorado State University 2008 - 2010
Colorado State University 2008 - 2010
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Intercultural..., Policy Analysis, Qualitative Research, Grant Writing, Research, Teaching, International..., Proposal Writing, Community Development, Fundraising, Government, Program Development, Program Evaluation, Editing, Sustainability, International..., Global Strategy
Education
Colorado State University 2008 — 2010
M.A., Communication Studies
Colorado State University 2005 — 2008
B.A. (Speech Communication), Communication & Foreign Language (Spanish)
Meridian Institute 2010 - Present
Colorado State University 2008 - 2010
Colorado State University 2008 - 2010
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Intercultural..., Policy Analysis, Qualitative Research, Grant Writing, Research, Teaching, International..., Proposal Writing, Community Development, Fundraising, Government, Program Development, Program Evaluation, Editing, Sustainability, International..., Global Strategy
Education
Colorado State University 2008 — 2010
M.A., Communication Studies
Colorado State University 2005 — 2008
B.A. (Speech Communication), Communication & Foreign Language (Spanish)
Jeana Connaughton's Meridian Institute Experience February 2013 - Present
Job Project Coordinator at Meridian Institute
Industry Events Services
Experience
Meridian Institute February 2013 - Present
Virtue Feed & Grain October 2011 - February 2013
Lorien Hotel & Spa August 2009 - November 2010
Hotel Marlowe, a Kimpton Hotel August 2008 - August 2009
Nine Zero Hotel May 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Hotels, Catering, Food & Beverage, Banquets, Event Planning, Hotel Management, Event Management, Front Office, Revenue Analysis, Tourism, Meeting Planning, Customer Service, Resorts, Convention Services, Restaurants, Corporate Events, Menu Development
Education
California State University-Chico 1997 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Meridian Institute February 2013 - Present
Virtue Feed & Grain October 2011 - February 2013
Lorien Hotel & Spa August 2009 - November 2010
Hotel Marlowe, a Kimpton Hotel August 2008 - August 2009
Nine Zero Hotel May 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Hotels, Catering, Food & Beverage, Banquets, Event Planning, Hotel Management, Event Management, Front Office, Revenue Analysis, Tourism, Meeting Planning, Customer Service, Resorts, Convention Services, Restaurants, Corporate Events, Menu Development
Education
California State University-Chico 1997 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Jennifer Brassanini Jennifer Brassanini's Meridian Institute Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Operations Manager at Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute September 2014 - Present
Meridian Institute June 2008 - September 2014
Meridian Institute August 2005 - May 2008
GLS, Inc. December 2004 - August 2005
Skills
Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Human Resources, Recruiting, Nonprofits, Research, Non-profits, Fellowships, Performance Management, Employee Benefits, Retirement Benefits, SharePoint, Telecommunications, Mobile Devices, Web Conferences, Customer Service, New Hire Orientations, Interviews, ADP HRB, Affirmative Action, EEO/AA Compliance, Leadership, Management
Education
Colorado Mountain College 2003 — 2008
Cert. of Accounting, Accounting
Illinois Valley Community College 1999 — 2001
AS & AA, General Studies
Meridian Institute September 2014 - Present
Meridian Institute June 2008 - September 2014
Meridian Institute August 2005 - May 2008
GLS, Inc. December 2004 - August 2005
Skills
Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Human Resources, Recruiting, Nonprofits, Research, Non-profits, Fellowships, Performance Management, Employee Benefits, Retirement Benefits, SharePoint, Telecommunications, Mobile Devices, Web Conferences, Customer Service, New Hire Orientations, Interviews, ADP HRB, Affirmative Action, EEO/AA Compliance, Leadership, Management
Education
Colorado Mountain College 2003 — 2008
Cert. of Accounting, Accounting
Illinois Valley Community College 1999 — 2001
AS & AA, General Studies
Robyn Paulekas Robyn Paulekas's Meridian Institute Experience September 2010 - Present
Job Mediator and Program Associate at Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute September 2010 - Present
Oregon State University August 2008 - July 2010
University of Wyoming 2007 - 2008
University of Wyoming, Service, Leadership and Community Engagement 2005 - 2007
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Workshop Facilitation, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Program Management, Grants, Research, Leadership, Policy, Public Policy, Strategy, Sustainability, International..., Public Speaking, Conflict Resolution, Grant Writing
Education
Oregon State University 2008 — 2010
Geography, Water Conflict Transformation
University of Wyoming 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Studies & Environment and Natural Resources
Meridian Institute September 2010 - Present
Oregon State University August 2008 - July 2010
University of Wyoming 2007 - 2008
University of Wyoming, Service, Leadership and Community Engagement 2005 - 2007
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Workshop Facilitation, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Program Management, Grants, Research, Leadership, Policy, Public Policy, Strategy, Sustainability, International..., Public Speaking, Conflict Resolution, Grant Writing
Education
Oregon State University 2008 — 2010
Geography, Water Conflict Transformation
University of Wyoming 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Studies & Environment and Natural Resources
Joanna Rosene-Mirvis's Meridian Institute Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Project Assistant and Fellow at Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute June 2014 - Present
Washtenaw County Office of Community & Economic Development December 2013 - June 2014
Washtenaw County Office of Community & Economic Development/Growing Hope November 2012 - November 2013
Stanford University June 2012 - August 2012
Stanford University February 2012 - June 2012
Stanford University January 2011 - June 2012
Waltham Fields Community Farm June 2011 - September 2011
Peace First June 2010 - August 2010
City Sprouts June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Research, Writing/Editing, Microsoft Office, HTML, Event Planning, Teaching, ArcGIS, Nonprofits, Training, Program Management, Editing, Fundraising, Writing, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Data Analysis, Policy, Grants, Policy Analysis, Leadership, Social Media
Education
Stanford University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) with Distinction, Earth Systems
Meridian Institute June 2014 - Present
Washtenaw County Office of Community & Economic Development December 2013 - June 2014
Washtenaw County Office of Community & Economic Development/Growing Hope November 2012 - November 2013
Stanford University June 2012 - August 2012
Stanford University February 2012 - June 2012
Stanford University January 2011 - June 2012
Waltham Fields Community Farm June 2011 - September 2011
Peace First June 2010 - August 2010
City Sprouts June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Research, Writing/Editing, Microsoft Office, HTML, Event Planning, Teaching, ArcGIS, Nonprofits, Training, Program Management, Editing, Fundraising, Writing, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Data Analysis, Policy, Grants, Policy Analysis, Leadership, Social Media
Education
Stanford University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) with Distinction, Earth Systems
Ingrid Irigoyen Ingrid Irigoyen's Meridian Institute Experience April 2005 - Present
Job Senior Mediator and Program Manager at Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute April 2005 - Present
Skills
Environmental Policy, Climate Change, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Natural Resources, Ecology, International..., Sustainability, Community Outreach, Mediation, Government, Non-profits, Research, Public Speaking, Environmental Awareness, Natural Resource..., Environmental Issues, Environmental Science, Strategic Planning, Energy Policy, Policy, Coastal, Fisheries
Education
Duke University 2004 — 2006
Masters Environmental Management
University of New Hampshire 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
University of Vermont 1998 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Meridian Institute April 2005 - Present
Skills
Environmental Policy, Climate Change, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Natural Resources, Ecology, International..., Sustainability, Community Outreach, Mediation, Government, Non-profits, Research, Public Speaking, Environmental Awareness, Natural Resource..., Environmental Issues, Environmental Science, Strategic Planning, Energy Policy, Policy, Coastal, Fisheries
Education
Duke University 2004 — 2006
Masters Environmental Management
University of New Hampshire 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
University of Vermont 1998 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Fabrice Musoni's Meridian Institute Experience December 2011 - December 2011
Job Consultant at Development Gateway
Industry International Affairs
Experience
Development Gateway July 2014 - Present
Adaptation Fund March 2014 - June 2014
The World Bank February 2013 - March 2014
United to End Genocide January 2012 - February 2013
Meridian Institute December 2011 - December 2011
USAID/Global Broadband and Innovations (GBI) September 2011 - December 2011
Institute for the Study of Diplomacy Georgetown University September 2010 - May 2011
USAID/Programme Gouvernance et Paix (PGP) October 2010 - December 2010
Search for Common Ground June 2010 - August 2010
National Unity and Reconciliation Commission (NURC) June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
French, English, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Politics, Research, SPSS, Translation, International..., International Relations, Policy Analysis, Human Rights, Political Science, Economics, Public Policy, Capacity Building, Program Evaluation, Democracy, Political Risk Analysis, Civil Society, Policy, Sustainable Development, Africa
Education
Georgetown University 2009 — 2011
M.S, Foreign Service
Luther College 2005 — 2009
B.A., Political Sciences and Communication Studies
Development Gateway July 2014 - Present
Adaptation Fund March 2014 - June 2014
The World Bank February 2013 - March 2014
United to End Genocide January 2012 - February 2013
Meridian Institute December 2011 - December 2011
USAID/Global Broadband and Innovations (GBI) September 2011 - December 2011
Institute for the Study of Diplomacy Georgetown University September 2010 - May 2011
USAID/Programme Gouvernance et Paix (PGP) October 2010 - December 2010
Search for Common Ground June 2010 - August 2010
National Unity and Reconciliation Commission (NURC) June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
French, English, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Politics, Research, SPSS, Translation, International..., International Relations, Policy Analysis, Human Rights, Political Science, Economics, Public Policy, Capacity Building, Program Evaluation, Democracy, Political Risk Analysis, Civil Society, Policy, Sustainable Development, Africa
Education
Georgetown University 2009 — 2011
M.S, Foreign Service
Luther College 2005 — 2009
B.A., Political Sciences and Communication Studies
Leili Fatehi Leili Fatehi's Meridian Institute Experience October 2005 - August 2007
Job Research Fellow at Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Sierra Club Northstar Chapter March 2015 - Present
University of Minnesota Law School August 2010 - Present
Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota July 2012 - February 2015
Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota August 2013 - January 2015
Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs October 2011 - July 2012
Consortium on Law and Values in Health, Environment & the Life Science August 2010 - July 2011
Meridian Institute October 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Research, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Legal Research, Legal Writing, University Teaching, Grant Writing, Qualitative Research, Policy, Editing, Higher Education, Lifesciences, Data Analysis, Nonprofits, Public Health, Program Development, Teaching, Lecturing, Life Sciences, Public Speaking, Courts, Risk Communication, Policy Research, Government, Public Affairs, Science Communication, Legislative Research, Health & Safety..., Regulatory Analysis
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 2007 — 2010
J.D., Law
Cornell University 2002 — 2005
B.S., Industrial and Labor Relations
Sierra Club Northstar Chapter March 2015 - Present
University of Minnesota Law School August 2010 - Present
Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota July 2012 - February 2015
Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota August 2013 - January 2015
Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs October 2011 - July 2012
Consortium on Law and Values in Health, Environment & the Life Science August 2010 - July 2011
Meridian Institute October 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Research, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Legal Research, Legal Writing, University Teaching, Grant Writing, Qualitative Research, Policy, Editing, Higher Education, Lifesciences, Data Analysis, Nonprofits, Public Health, Program Development, Teaching, Lecturing, Life Sciences, Public Speaking, Courts, Risk Communication, Policy Research, Government, Public Affairs, Science Communication, Legislative Research, Health & Safety..., Regulatory Analysis
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 2007 — 2010
J.D., Law
Cornell University 2002 — 2005
B.S., Industrial and Labor Relations
Rianne BeCraft's Meridian Institute Experience July 2013 - August 2015
Job Graduate Student and Teaching Assistant
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Oregon State University September 2015 - Present
National Wildlife Federation April 2011 - Present
Meridian Institute July 2013 - August 2015
Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center Pacific Science Center/City of Bellevue September 2012 - July 2013
Redmond Wild May 2011 - July 2013
Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve, University of Minnesota June 2012 - August 2012
National Wildlife Federation February 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Team Management, Program Development &..., Leadership, Communication, Public Speaking, Written & Verbal Spanish, Community Outreach, Education, Event Planning, Building Relationships, Partner Development, Mentoring, Adminsitrative..., Database Management, Expense Reports, Inventory Management, Press Releases, Blogging, Creative Writing, Social Media, Technical Writing, Report Writing, Self-Starter, Multi-Tasking, Adaptive, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Literature Research, Ecological Restoration, Habitat Assesment, Wildlife Conservation, Biodiversity, Plant Ecology, Freshwater Ecology, Riparian Ecology, Forest Ecology, Soil & Nutrient Cycling, Invasive Species, Data Collection, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, Plant Identification, Laboratory Techniques, Field Survey Techniques, ArcGIS, Interpersonal..., Program Development, Statistics, Research
Education
Oregon State University 2015 — 2017
Master’s Degree, Water Resources Policy and Management
Western Washington University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Science, 3.78/4.00
Fundacion CIMAS del Ecuador 2009 — 2009
Ecology and Spanish
University of Portland 2006 — 2008
Environmental Science, 3.90/4.00
Redmond High School 2003 — 2006
University of Washington
Plant Identification - Continuing Education Series
Oregon State University September 2015 - Present
National Wildlife Federation April 2011 - Present
Meridian Institute July 2013 - August 2015
Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center Pacific Science Center/City of Bellevue September 2012 - July 2013
Redmond Wild May 2011 - July 2013
Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve, University of Minnesota June 2012 - August 2012
National Wildlife Federation February 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Team Management, Program Development &..., Leadership, Communication, Public Speaking, Written & Verbal Spanish, Community Outreach, Education, Event Planning, Building Relationships, Partner Development, Mentoring, Adminsitrative..., Database Management, Expense Reports, Inventory Management, Press Releases, Blogging, Creative Writing, Social Media, Technical Writing, Report Writing, Self-Starter, Multi-Tasking, Adaptive, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Literature Research, Ecological Restoration, Habitat Assesment, Wildlife Conservation, Biodiversity, Plant Ecology, Freshwater Ecology, Riparian Ecology, Forest Ecology, Soil & Nutrient Cycling, Invasive Species, Data Collection, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, Plant Identification, Laboratory Techniques, Field Survey Techniques, ArcGIS, Interpersonal..., Program Development, Statistics, Research
Education
Oregon State University 2015 — 2017
Master’s Degree, Water Resources Policy and Management
Western Washington University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Science, 3.78/4.00
Fundacion CIMAS del Ecuador 2009 — 2009
Ecology and Spanish
University of Portland 2006 — 2008
Environmental Science, 3.90/4.00
Redmond High School 2003 — 2006
University of Washington
Plant Identification - Continuing Education Series
LaTonya Sims, M.A LaTonya Sims, M.A's Meridian Institute Experience September 2008 - March 2009
Job CoFounder at Maxims Consulting
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
MetroAtlanta Ambulance Service May 2015 - Present
Maxims Consulting 2013 - Present
Westport One July 2014 - December 2014
ettain group November 2013 - May 2014
LivePerson August 2012 - July 2013
Verizon Wireless May 2010 - May 2012
Albert Uster Imports March 2009 - November 2009
Meridian Institute September 2008 - March 2009
Skills
Social Media, Editing, Microsoft Office, Online Marketing, Web Content Management, Research, Web Design, Nonprofits, HTML, Photoshop, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Technical Support, Dreamweaver, Management, Troubleshooting, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Project Management, Customer Relations, Administrative Functions, Mac OS, iWork, Lexis-Nexis Academic
Education
Webster University 2012 — 2013
Master of Arts (M.A.), International Relations and Affairs
American Public University System 2011 — 2011
Certification, Web Foundations Associate
Fayetteville Technical College 2011 — 2011
Certification, CompTia Network +
Pima Community College 2010 — 2010
Certification, CompTia A+
Clemson University 2005 — 2008
B.A., Political Science
MetroAtlanta Ambulance Service May 2015 - Present
Maxims Consulting 2013 - Present
Westport One July 2014 - December 2014
ettain group November 2013 - May 2014
LivePerson August 2012 - July 2013
Verizon Wireless May 2010 - May 2012
Albert Uster Imports March 2009 - November 2009
Meridian Institute September 2008 - March 2009
Skills
Social Media, Editing, Microsoft Office, Online Marketing, Web Content Management, Research, Web Design, Nonprofits, HTML, Photoshop, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Technical Support, Dreamweaver, Management, Troubleshooting, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Project Management, Customer Relations, Administrative Functions, Mac OS, iWork, Lexis-Nexis Academic
Education
Webster University 2012 — 2013
Master of Arts (M.A.), International Relations and Affairs
American Public University System 2011 — 2011
Certification, Web Foundations Associate
Fayetteville Technical College 2011 — 2011
Certification, CompTia Network +
Pima Community College 2010 — 2010
Certification, CompTia A+
Clemson University 2005 — 2008
B.A., Political Science
Daniel Swensen's Meridian Institute Experience 2002 - 2007
Job Freelance Writer / Editor
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Self-Employed 2007 - Present
Notice LLC March 2010 - March 2012
TravelBeat 2007 - 2008
Meridian Institute 2002 - 2007
Skills
PHP, Web Development, CSS, SEO, Web Design, Internet Marketing, Wordpress, Graphic Design, Writing, Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Editing, Blogging, Blurbs, Creative Writer, Copywriting, Publishing, Newsletters, Web Content, Freelance Writing, WordPress
Education
University of Montana 1992 — 1997
History
Self-Employed 2007 - Present
Notice LLC March 2010 - March 2012
TravelBeat 2007 - 2008
Meridian Institute 2002 - 2007
Skills
PHP, Web Development, CSS, SEO, Web Design, Internet Marketing, Wordpress, Graphic Design, Writing, Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Editing, Blogging, Blurbs, Creative Writer, Copywriting, Publishing, Newsletters, Web Content, Freelance Writing, WordPress
Education
University of Montana 1992 — 1997
History
Rex Raimond's Meridian Institute Experience April 2000 - Present
Job Senior Mediator and Program Director | Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute April 2000 - Present
Knuwer & Creutzberg 1996 - 1999
Africa 2000 Network Zimbabwe 1994 - 1995
Skills
International..., Non-profits, Mediation, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Government, Workshop Facilitation, Agriculture, Environmental Policy, Sustainability, Research, Climate Change, Food Security
Education
University of London 1993 — 1994
LL.M., International Environmental Law
Leiden University 1988 — 1993
J.D., Law
Meridian Institute April 2000 - Present
Knuwer & Creutzberg 1996 - 1999
Africa 2000 Network Zimbabwe 1994 - 1995
Skills
International..., Non-profits, Mediation, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Government, Workshop Facilitation, Agriculture, Environmental Policy, Sustainability, Research, Climate Change, Food Security
Education
University of London 1993 — 1994
LL.M., International Environmental Law
Leiden University 1988 — 1993
J.D., Law
Brad Spangler's Meridian Institute Experience April 2008 - Present
Job Mediator and Program Manager at Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute April 2008 - Present
Association for Conflict Resolution Environment and Public Policy Section October 2010 - September 2012
RESOLVE March 2004 - April 2008
Conflict Information Consortium, University of Colorado 2001 - March 2004
National Parks Conservation Association June 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Strategic Planning..., Large Group Facilitation, Project Facilitation, Strategy Facilitation, Retreat Facilitation, Mediation, Community Outreach, Report Writing, Proposal Writing, Budget Development, Budget Management, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Energy Policy, Public Health Policy, Logistics Planning, Event Planning
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1999 — 2002
M.A., Cultural Anthropology
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1993 — 1997
B.A., Anthropology
Meridian Institute April 2008 - Present
Association for Conflict Resolution Environment and Public Policy Section October 2010 - September 2012
RESOLVE March 2004 - April 2008
Conflict Information Consortium, University of Colorado 2001 - March 2004
National Parks Conservation Association June 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Strategic Planning..., Large Group Facilitation, Project Facilitation, Strategy Facilitation, Retreat Facilitation, Mediation, Community Outreach, Report Writing, Proposal Writing, Budget Development, Budget Management, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Energy Policy, Public Health Policy, Logistics Planning, Event Planning
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1999 — 2002
M.A., Cultural Anthropology
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1993 — 1997
B.A., Anthropology
Connie Lewis's Meridian Institute Experience October 1997 - Present
Job Senior Partner at Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute October 1997 - Present
The Keystone Center 1987 - 1997
Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center 1978 - 1985
Skills
Mediation, Public Policy, Workshop Facilitation, Environmental Policy, Non-profits, Alternative Dispute..., Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Policy Analysis, Grant Writing, Policy, Consensus Building, Government, Sustainable Development, Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Conflict Management, International...
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1985 — 1987
Master's degree, Natural Resources Management and Policy
Southern Oregon College 1970 — 1973
Bachelor of Arts (BS), Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Meridian Institute October 1997 - Present
The Keystone Center 1987 - 1997
Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center 1978 - 1985
Skills
Mediation, Public Policy, Workshop Facilitation, Environmental Policy, Non-profits, Alternative Dispute..., Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Policy Analysis, Grant Writing, Policy, Consensus Building, Government, Sustainable Development, Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Conflict Management, International...
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1985 — 1987
Master's degree, Natural Resources Management and Policy
Southern Oregon College 1970 — 1973
Bachelor of Arts (BS), Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Sara Suriani's Meridian Institute Experience March 2000 - Present
Job Project Coordinator at Meridian Institute
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Meridian Institute March 2000 - Present
Keystone Resort July 1989 - March 2000
Education
Northern Arizona University 1984 — 1987
Meridian Institute March 2000 - Present
Keystone Resort July 1989 - March 2000
Education
Northern Arizona University 1984 — 1987
Danielle Youngblood's Meridian Institute Experience July 2009 - Present
Job Project Coordinator, Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute July 2009 - Present
Checita Handbags April 2009 - Present
Education
Northeastern University 1999 — 2004
Meridian Institute July 2009 - Present
Checita Handbags April 2009 - Present
Education
Northeastern University 1999 — 2004
Holly Dobson's Meridian Institute Experience Manager of TrainingKeystone ResortSeptember 1989 - April 2004
Job Project Coordinator at Meridian Institute
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Meridian Institute Manager of TrainingKeystone ResortSeptember 1989 - April 2004
Keystone Resort February 1984 - September 1989
Skills
Non-profits, Workshop Facilitation, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Public Policy
Education
Northern Arizona University-The W. A. Franke College of Business 1977 — 1981
MS, Finance
Meridian Institute Manager of TrainingKeystone ResortSeptember 1989 - April 2004
Keystone Resort February 1984 - September 1989
Skills
Non-profits, Workshop Facilitation, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Public Policy
Education
Northern Arizona University-The W. A. Franke College of Business 1977 — 1981
MS, Finance
Kirsten Howard's Meridian Institute Experience July 2009 - July 2011
Job Coastal Resilience Specialist at New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Coastal Program
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Great American Adaptation Road Trip January 2013 - Present
New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Coastal Program February 2015 - Present
New Hampshire Coastal Program, Department of Environmental Services September 2013 - February 2015
University of Michigan School of Natural Resources and Environment January 2013 - May 2013
World Wildlife Fund and The Natural Capital Project May 2012 - February 2013
University of Michigan School of Natural Resources and Environment September 2012 - December 2012
University of Michigan School of Natural Resources and Environment January 2012 - May 2012
Meridian Institute July 2009 - July 2011
Brown University September 2008 - May 2009
Volpe National Transportation Systems Center June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Project Planning, Ecosystem Services, Climate Change, Research, Mediation, Collaborative Problem..., Conflict Resolution, Non-profits, Public Policy, Sustainability, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Ecology, Environmental Economics, Program Evaluation, Government, Qualitative Research, Nonprofits, Sustainable Development, International...
Education
University of Michigan 2011 — 2013
Master of Science
Brown University 2005 — 2009
B.A.
Universidad de Sevilla 2008 — 2008
Great American Adaptation Road Trip January 2013 - Present
New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Coastal Program February 2015 - Present
New Hampshire Coastal Program, Department of Environmental Services September 2013 - February 2015
University of Michigan School of Natural Resources and Environment January 2013 - May 2013
World Wildlife Fund and The Natural Capital Project May 2012 - February 2013
University of Michigan School of Natural Resources and Environment September 2012 - December 2012
University of Michigan School of Natural Resources and Environment January 2012 - May 2012
Meridian Institute July 2009 - July 2011
Brown University September 2008 - May 2009
Volpe National Transportation Systems Center June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Policy Analysis, Environmental Policy, Project Planning, Ecosystem Services, Climate Change, Research, Mediation, Collaborative Problem..., Conflict Resolution, Non-profits, Public Policy, Sustainability, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Ecology, Environmental Economics, Program Evaluation, Government, Qualitative Research, Nonprofits, Sustainable Development, International...
Education
University of Michigan 2011 — 2013
Master of Science
Brown University 2005 — 2009
B.A.
Universidad de Sevilla 2008 — 2008
Ashley Markgraf's Meridian Institute Experience January 2010 - March 2012
Job Lifestylist at The Style Effect
Industry Consumer Services
Experience
The Style Effect May 2012 - Present
Meridian Institute January 2010 - March 2012
Vineyard Vines August 2008 - December 2009
Skills
Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Research, Microsoft Office, Proposal Writing, Non-profits, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Workshop Facilitation, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Merchandising, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Business Development
Education
Miami University 2002 — 2006
Marketing
The Style Effect May 2012 - Present
Meridian Institute January 2010 - March 2012
Vineyard Vines August 2008 - December 2009
Skills
Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Research, Microsoft Office, Proposal Writing, Non-profits, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Workshop Facilitation, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Merchandising, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Business Development
Education
Miami University 2002 — 2006
Marketing
Kaitlin Lesnick's Meridian Institute Experience July 2008 - August 2010
Job Communications Advisor at USAID
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
USAID July 2011 - Present
U.S. House of Representatives September 2010 - January 2011
Meridian Institute July 2008 - August 2010
City of Bridgeport Connecticut December 2007 - June 2008
Generation Challenge Program 2005 - 2007
International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) 2004 - 2005
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Strategic Communications, Politics, Project Coordination, Writing, Editing, Food Security
Education
The George Washington University 2009 — 2011
Master
American University 2009 — 2009
Universidad de Cantabria 2003 — 2003
University of Miami 1999 — 2003
B.A.
USAID July 2011 - Present
U.S. House of Representatives September 2010 - January 2011
Meridian Institute July 2008 - August 2010
City of Bridgeport Connecticut December 2007 - June 2008
Generation Challenge Program 2005 - 2007
International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) 2004 - 2005
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Strategic Communications, Politics, Project Coordination, Writing, Editing, Food Security
Education
The George Washington University 2009 — 2011
Master
American University 2009 — 2009
Universidad de Cantabria 2003 — 2003
University of Miami 1999 — 2003
B.A.
Kathleen Rutherford's Meridian Institute Experience April 2008 - May 2011
Job Experienced Public Policy Facilitator and Mediator
Industry Public Policy
Experience
KCG: Collective Action Consulting June 2011 - Present
Meridian Institute April 2008 - May 2011
Skills
Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Agreement Focused..., Multistakeholder..., Collaborative process..., Public Speaking, Government, Nonprofits, Analysis, Research, Policy Analysis, Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Workshop Facilitation, Public Policy, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy
Education
University of Colorado at Denver
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Women's Studies
KCG: Collective Action Consulting June 2011 - Present
Meridian Institute April 2008 - May 2011
Skills
Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Agreement Focused..., Multistakeholder..., Collaborative process..., Public Speaking, Government, Nonprofits, Analysis, Research, Policy Analysis, Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Workshop Facilitation, Public Policy, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy
Education
University of Colorado at Denver
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Women's Studies
Kara Runsten's Meridian Institute Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Project Associate and Fellow at Meridian Institute
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Meridian Institute June 2014 - Present
The Philanthropy Roundtable January 2014 - May 2014
Flora Family Foundation June 2013 - August 2013
NOAA January 2012 - August 2012
Oceana June 2011 - August 2011
Henry's Place September 2010 - June 2011
The Leland Quarterly September 2010 - June 2011
Educational Program for Gifted Youth June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Environmental Policy, Fisheries, Policy Analysis, Event Planning, Philanthropy, Communication Skills, Research, Editing
Education
Stanford University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Public Policy
Meridian Institute June 2014 - Present
The Philanthropy Roundtable January 2014 - May 2014
Flora Family Foundation June 2013 - August 2013
NOAA January 2012 - August 2012
Oceana June 2011 - August 2011
Henry's Place September 2010 - June 2011
The Leland Quarterly September 2010 - June 2011
Educational Program for Gifted Youth June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Environmental Policy, Fisheries, Policy Analysis, Event Planning, Philanthropy, Communication Skills, Research, Editing
Education
Stanford University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Public Policy
Jennifer Pratt Miles's Meridian Institute Experience 2010 - Present
Job Senior Mediator and Program Manager at Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute 2010 - Present
Meridian Institute 2001 - 2010
Shaping Our Summit 1997 - 2001
Office of the District Attorney 1995 - 1997
National Clearinghouse on Marital and Date Rape July 1992 - December 1992
African Housing Fund May 1991 - May 1991
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Mediation, Public Policy, Government, Policy Analysis, Alternative Dispute..., Policy, Fundraising, International..., Conflict Resolution, Community Outreach, Environmental Policy, Nonprofits, Research
Education
Bowdoin College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Meridian Institute 2010 - Present
Meridian Institute 2001 - 2010
Shaping Our Summit 1997 - 2001
Office of the District Attorney 1995 - 1997
National Clearinghouse on Marital and Date Rape July 1992 - December 1992
African Housing Fund May 1991 - May 1991
Skills
Workshop Facilitation, Mediation, Public Policy, Government, Policy Analysis, Alternative Dispute..., Policy, Fundraising, International..., Conflict Resolution, Community Outreach, Environmental Policy, Nonprofits, Research
Education
Bowdoin College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Kristen Ounanian's Meridian Institute Experience July 2007 - July 2009
Job PhD Student at Innovative Fisheries Management an Aalborg University Research Centre
Industry Fishery
Experience
Innovative Fisheries Management - an Aalborg University Research Centre October 2012 - Present
University of Rhode Island September 2011 - Present
Innovative Fisheries Management - an Aalborg University Research Centre August 2009 - July 2011
Meridian Institute July 2007 - July 2009
Skills
Research, Qualitative Research, Teaching, Data Analysis, Statistics, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Grant Writing, Editing, Environmental Policy, Fisheries, Policy
Education
Aalborg University 2012 — 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
University of Rhode Island 2011 — 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Marine Affairs
Northwestern University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Social Policy
Innovative Fisheries Management - an Aalborg University Research Centre October 2012 - Present
University of Rhode Island September 2011 - Present
Innovative Fisheries Management - an Aalborg University Research Centre August 2009 - July 2011
Meridian Institute July 2007 - July 2009
Skills
Research, Qualitative Research, Teaching, Data Analysis, Statistics, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Grant Writing, Editing, Environmental Policy, Fisheries, Policy
Education
Aalborg University 2012 — 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
University of Rhode Island 2011 — 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Marine Affairs
Northwestern University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Social Policy
Kelly Leiby's Meridian Institute Experience November 2008 - Present
Job Accountant at Meridian Institute
Industry Alternative Dispute Resolution
Experience
Meridian Institute November 2008 - Present
Education
University of Colorado at Boulder 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting and Finance
Meridian Institute November 2008 - Present
Education
University of Colorado at Boulder 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting and Finance