Master of Urban and Regional Planning – Portland State University (2003); Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – Wells College (1998)
OSHA 30-Hour Construction
SWANA / CRRA Certified Practitioner in Zero Waste Principles & Practices
Jennifer is a planning leader with more than 20 years of experience in government and private sector sustainability, circularity and solid waste/sustainable materials management initiatives. Jennifer has demonstrated team building skills and has led client projects in-person and virtually in 18 states and territories in the US and internationally, as well as with one of the world’s largest retail brands. A Certified Practitioner in Zero Waste Principles/Practices, Jennifer’s specializations include sustainability, zero waste, circular economy, solid waste, sustainable materials management, communications and team building. Skilled in program development, project management and scenario evaluation, Jennifer has worked on dozens of complex public- and private-sector client projects. She has also held past leadership positions with the Clean Cities Coalition and the Association of Oregon Recyclers and is the author of more than 25 published industry articles/speaking engagements promoting thought leadership.