Kristin M.

Kristin M. is an experienced biologist currently serving as a contractor with Lynker Technologies in the NOAA Fisheries California Central Valley Office since April 2019, where multiple ESA section 7 consultations are managed. Additionally, Kristin functions as a Natural Resource Specialist and Scientist with NOAA Fisheries since February 2016, focusing on federal action consultations in the California Delta region. Previous roles include Wildlife Biologist at Garcia & Associates, where biological monitoring was conducted for the BART Warm Springs Extension Project, and a Conservation Programs Intern for Contra Costa County, supporting environmental compliance efforts. Early career experience includes managing vessel operations and delivering educational content for Pacific Whale Foundation and conducting fish and wildlife surveys for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Kristin holds a Master's degree in Wildlife Conservation from Macquarie University and a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science from California State University, Chico, along with additional certifications in negotiation from Harvard Business School Online.