Bill Burge
Rockport
Summary
Elevating Aransas First Land Trust and Friends of Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, I participated in strategic initiatives and habitat preservation programs, showcasing my leadership and strategic planning skills. My role in transforming oyster harvest regulations underscores my commitment to environmental stewardship.
High-performing Board Member with substantial experience providing strategic leadership and governance to Not for Profit organizations. Proven track record of success in managing budgets and making sound business decisions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Member
Aransas First Land Trust
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to Preserve Native Habitats
- Served as Property Steward for Lamar Burton Wildlife Area
- Participated in annual Arbor Day program
- Reviewed financial reports, budgets, and audit results to monitor the organization's fiscal health.
- Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.
Board Member
Friends of Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
06.2023 - Current
- Participated in strategic planning efforts to align with company vision and long-term objectives.
- Prepared and presented reports to inform board on organizational progress and goals.
- Reviewed financial reports, budgets, and audit results to monitor the organization''s fiscal health.
- Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
Board Member
Coastal Conservation Association - Aransas County
06.2019 - Current
- Collaborate with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.
- Led volunteers in Bay and Shore Clean up projects
- Served as advocate and ambassador for CCA by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
Master Naturalist
Texas Master Naturalist MidCoast Chapter
01.2017 - Current
- Teamed on delivery of multiple Habitat Management projects
- Board Member
- Led Initial Training Program
- Led effort to change Oyster harvest regulations to protect native Oyster Reefs
- Participated in Public Outreach and Education programs regarding protection and management of native habitats
- Participated in Sea Turtle Rescue Program
- Participated in derelict Crab Trap Collection Program
- Participated in Shoreline Clean up projects
Education
MBA - General
Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX06-1985
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO12-1979
Skills
- Organizational leadership
- Strategic planning
- Nonprofit experience
- Leadership experience
Timeline
Board Member
Aransas First Land Trust
01.2024 - Current
Board Member
Friends of Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
06.2023 - Current
Board Member
Coastal Conservation Association - Aransas County
06.2019 - Current
Master Naturalist
Texas Master Naturalist MidCoast Chapter
01.2017 - Current
MBA - General
Houston Baptist University
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of Missouri
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