Essala L.

Essala L. has a diverse work experience spanning from 1998 to 2023. They have held various positions in different organizations, showcasing their expertise in administration, finance, operations, and safety compliance. Essala L.'s most recent role was as the Vice President of Administration & Finance at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science starting in 2023. Prior to that, they served as the Assistant Director of Operations at the Brookhaven National Laboratory from 2020 to 2023. They also held leadership positions at Northern Virginia Community College, George Mason University, and HHMI-Janelia Farm, focusing on campus operations, laboratory safety, and environmental compliance. Earlier in their career, Essala L. gained experience as a Corporate & Biological Safety Officer at ATCC, Biological Safety Officer & BSL3 Facilities Manager at The Rockefeller University, and Staff Microbiologist at Vi-Jon. Their work in these positions involved managing biosafety programs, overseeing laboratory operations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. They also have experience as a QC Microbiologist at STERIS Corporation. Essala L. has demonstrated their ability to adapt and excel in various roles within different industries throughout their career.

Essala L.'s education history includes a Bachelor of Science degree from Virginia State University. Additionally, they completed the Harvey Institute College/University Executive Leadership Program at Hampton University. Lastly, they attained a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) from Norwich University.