SUSTAINABILITY MANAGER

Leading the way in sustainability

PROFILE
Highly qualified sustainability expert with extensive knowledge of environmental
management systems, sustainable solutions development, and project management t
echniques with particular focus on sustainability, energy efficiency, resource/w
aste management, water conservation, and life-cycle analysis. A welcome addition
to any team, with a demonstrated ability to deliver highly critical projects wi
th tight schedules and budgets. Willing and able to function in any role necessa
ry to ensure project success and on time project delivery. Professionally dedica
ted individual with desire to develop innovative sustainability strategy and act
ion that influence organizational decisions and exceed stakeholder expectations.
* Thrives in environments requiring a high-level strategist and big picture thin
ker with exceptional analytical skills. Detailed manager, who streamlines proces
ses, reduces unnecessary expenses, and focuses on profit goals, while investing
in people and the environment. Extensive involvement and significant expertise i
n policy analysis related to environmental issues and the practical application
of sustainability principles.
* Oversaw educational outreach, community facilitation, and assessments for sust
ainable projects, programs, and activities to ensure that solutions are fit for
purpose, resource efficient, resilient, adaptable, and economically and environm
entally sustainable. Expert in corporate social responsibility and in adopting
sustainability as a critical part of business processes.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Sustainability Principles * Green Strategic Planning * Public/Private Projects *
Product/Project Lifecycle * Cradle To Cradle * Energy Modeling Software & Tools
* Cost Analysis * Site Development * Energy Efficiency * Green Building Rating
Systems - LEED * Environmental Management Systems - ISO 14001
Green Products/Purchasing * Resource/Waste Management * Relationship Building *
Budget Management * Environmental Health and Safety * Business Development * Med
ia / Press Relations / Trade Shows
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MountMars Consulting Leitchfield, KY 2010 to Present
Principal / Consultant
Developed and delivered workforce training programs in sustainability. Developed
, implemented, documented, and provided training for an ISO 14001-based environm
ental management system. Developed and delivered employee development and traini
ng classes for local businesses. Led program development for green non-profit.
Springs Preserve - LVVWD Las Vegas, NV 2005 to 2010
Education and Volunteer Programs Manager
Guided dissemination of sustainability management information and gathered relat
ed best practices, facilitating knowledge sharing, information management, and n
etworking in sustainability. Coordinated / facilitated initiatives among partner
s in green buildings, renewable energy, resource/waste management, water conserv
ation, and energy management, conceptualizing training / development related to
sustainability. Environmental Management System coordinator (ISO 14001) leading
development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) throughout all divisions of t
he Springs Preserve related to environmental impact.
* Developed/managed business and community resources/initiatives across all area
s of sustainability.
* Managed budget for 3 teams, including forecasting, expenses and revenue auditi
ng, individual profit and loss for events, dashboard / metrics, and planning yea
rly budget.
International Academy of Design / Technology Montreal, QC 2004 to 2005
Director of Student Management
Insured the organization was in full compliance with all provincial regulations
and provided critical guidance to the President and other executive management.
* Improved start rates significantly in a brief period of time through better st
aff training and improved processes.
Herzing College Montreal, QC 2002 to 2004
Director of Admissions 2002 to 2004
Director of Corporate Training 2002 to 2004
Developed and managed new infrastructure offering corporate training to local bu
sinesses in IT-related subjects. Streamlined many organizational processes leadi
ng to positive review by the provincial regulators.
* Led 300% increase of new programs, diversified revenue streams, improved botto
m line.
Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay Las Vegas, NV 2000 to 2002
Interim Aquarium Director 2001
Manager of Aquarium Experience 2000 to 2002
Established the facility as a shining beacon of ocean conservation through the d
evelopment of engaging educational experiences and extensive collaborative relat
ionships. Conceptualized, developed, and implemented learning programs for staff
, reviewing organizational needs in talent management on a yearly basis. Played
lead role in PR/marketing, for public officials, and for academia.
* Managed $12,000,000 in revenue, managing all human resources issues for team o
f over 40 and managed IT resources for more than 80 users.
* Decreased expenses 15% in 3 months as Director; provided effective budgeting a
nd financial forecasting.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Herzing College Montreal, QC 1999 to 2000
Networking Instructor (full-time faculty)
MMA Canada Inc. Montreal, QC 1999 to 2000
Director of Operations
SV Formation Inc. Montreal, QC 1992 to 1999
Assistant Director 1997 to 1999
Department Head 1994 to 1999
Instructor 1992 to 1999
EDUCATION
Doctoral studies, Political Science Universite de Montreal Montreal, QC
Master of Public Policy and Public Administration Concordia University Montr
eal, QC
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science Concordia University Montreal, QC
Engineering studies Ecole Polytechnique / Universite de Montreal Montreal, Q
C
D.E.C. Musical Interpretation - Violin Ecole de Musique Vincent-d'Indy Montr
eal, QC
D.E.C. Pure & Applied Sciences - College Marguerite-Bourgeoys Montreal, QC
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Green Advantage Certified Practitioner (Commercial / Residential)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
United States Green Building Council - Kentucky Chapter (member, Committee Chair
, Task Force Chair)
American Society for Training and Development (member)