Adam Liljeblad

Adam Liljeblad has a diverse work experience spanning from 2002 to present. Adam started their career as a Teaching and Research Assistant at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where they assisted with teaching and conducted research on forest inventory. Following this, they worked as a Recreation Technician and Visitor Use Assistant at Gates of the Arctic National Park, where they conducted research on the impact of recreational use on vegetation and collected survey data from visitors.

Adam then moved on to work as a Brewery Assistant at Silver Gulch Brewing and Bottling Co., where they gained experience in the brewing industry. Adam later joined the University of Montana as a Research Assistant, supporting research projects.

Adam's career then shifted towards conservation work, as they joined the US Forest Service Rocky Mountain Research Station as a Research Associate. In this role, they collected and analyzed social science data for research projects related to public lands and managed agencies. Adam also coordinated poster sessions for an international wilderness congress.

Adam's most recent work experience is with the National Forest Foundation, where they have held two positions. First, they worked as a Conservation Programs Officer, managing a grantmaking program focused on conservation funding for restoration and stewardship projects throughout the US. Currently, they serve as the Conservation Awards Director, overseeing the development and implementation of a national grantmaking program for conservation funding. In this role, they solicit and evaluates project proposals, performs due diligence, coordinates evaluation committees, and ensures compliance with internal and external requirements and policies.

Overall, Adam Liljeblad has a strong background in conservation work, research, and teaching, and has gained experience in various sectors, including academia, brewing, and national parks.

Adam Liljeblad attended Pacific Lutheran University from 1996 to 1999, but did not graduate with a degree. Adam later enrolled at the University of Alaska Fairbanks from 2000 to 2002, where they earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Resource Conservation. Adam then pursued further education at the University of Montana from 2003 to 2005, earning a Master of Science degree in Resource Conservation.