John K Pattison-Williams

John K Pattison-Williams is a seasoned professional in the fields of natural resource management, biodiversity conservation, and environmental economics. Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Alberta since September 2017, John investigates social perceptions of Chronic Wasting Disease among various stakeholders. As President of Pattison Resource Consulting Ltd. and Program Director for the Alberta Conservation Association's Grants in Biodiversity and Research, John combines expertise in environmental conservation with management skills to oversee funding initiatives. With a PhD in Natural Resources Management and Policy from the University of Greenwich and extensive teaching experience in conservation ecology at the University of Alberta, John has contributed to various committees and boards, enhancing research and policy development in natural resource management.