Berlin, Maryland, United States
I’m an operations and environmental leader with a passion for building sustainable, efficient systems that bridge the gap between operational performance and environmental responsibility. At Perdue Agribusiness, I lead refinery operations through data-driven decision making, cross-department collaboration, and process improvements that enhance throughput, quality, and compliance. I take pride in leading teams that take ownership of their work and understand how their daily decisions drive overall performance. By developing clear standards, refining SOPs, and fostering a culture of accountability, I empower associates to identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions. My approach to continuous improvement is grounded in data, communication, and a shared commitment to operational excellence and sustainability. I’m driven by the belief that operational excellence and sustainability are not competing goals but complementary ones. My mission is to lead teams and systems that reduce waste, elevate safety, and strengthen environmental performance across industries.
- Prepare technical proposals and cost estimates based on comprehension of project drawings and specifications - Organize project documentation and submittal packages as required for projects - Direct and coordinate project teams, including Superintendents, foremen, and technicians to complete projects safely, on time, and on budget - Select and oversee subcontractors and material vendors to ensure adherence to safety and work plans - Establish and maintain effective client relationships
- Work with a team to manage and conduct inspections, sampling, and reporting for multiple projects with budgets up to 4 billion dollars - Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders to support project development - Review and understand technical drawings, regulations, and permits to prepare Environmental Management Plans and understand areas of environmental concern as related to the scope of work for projects - Compile laboratory data into reports for submission to the Department of Environmental Conservation, Department of Environmental Protection, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and client management teams - Communicate with client and internal management, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure the project stays on schedule to reach its objectives - Monitor construction activity for compliance with permits and regulations according to best management practices set in individual project and site plans
- Conduct research on a team with NASA Senior Scientist and high school educator investigating the paleoecological history of salt marshes in the Long Island Sound and Hudson River Estuary - Mentored undergraduate and high school interns in a research-based summer program - Prepared a research paper and presentation for the CUNY CREST STEM Summer Symposium - Reported weekly to NASA Education Program Specialist and internship cohort
Assistant Director (August 2017 - June 2018) - Prepare the event supervisors for set-up and programming for student-run events - Schedule staff for all events - Hire and train new staff members on audio equipment and event procedures Supervisor (August 2016- August 2017) - Delegated tasks to a team of technicians and manage events Technician (January 2015-August 2016) - Worked on a team to set-up, break down, and carry out front of house tasks such as audio mixing and lighting control - Created and designed website for advertising to clients and correspond with them for booking