Jack Purson

Jack (John) Purson is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in geological and environmental evaluation, currently serving as a part-time Subterranean Specialist at Bat Conservation International since June 2013. In this role, Jack focuses on exploring and assessing abandoned mines for bat habitats, providing recommendations for preservation based on government and private industry contracts. Previously, Jack acted as a Special Project Coordinator for Tano Road Association, facilitating natural gas line extensions, and consulted for US-DOE contractors on nuclear weapons science-related issues. With a robust background at Los Alamos National Laboratory as a Technical Staff Member spanning over three decades, Jack's expertise encompasses fields such as geochemistry, nuclear issues intelligence analysis, and engineering. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Organizational Development from UNM Anderson School of Management and a dual master's and bachelor's in Geology from the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology.