CAROLINE STILLITANO
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated environmental professional with a strong background in managing and coordinating impactful sustainability programs. Proven expertise in fostering community engagement through large-scale volunteer events and partnerships with diverse stakeholders. Skilled in grant acquisition and project management, with a focus on environmental stewardship and social equity. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Energy and Environmental Management at the University of Connecticut, building on a solid foundation in environmental policy and conservation from the University of Michigan.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Programs Coordinator
I Love A Clean San Diego
2022.10 - Current
- Orchestrated two annual county-wide cleanup events, coordinating logistics for 100+ sites and mobilizing over 10,000 volunteers collectively. Partnerships included The Port of San Diego, SDG&E, Think Blue San Diego, County of San Diego, and City of San Diego Council Districts
- Revitalized and executed the implementation of the Cigarette Litter Prevention Program, including program and staff management while fostering a strategic partnership with Keep America Beautiful
- Envisioned the concept for a large-scale volunteer event, in partnership with multiple community organizations in San Diego, known as the Clean CA Community Transformation Event, and successfully secured a $15,000 grant through the Clean California initiative.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
Community Engagement Coordinator AmeriCorps VISTA
Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation
2021.10 - 2022.10
- Fortified TMPF's "Healthy Parks, Healthy People" and Student Stewards programs, promoting social equity through environmental stewardship and education
- Led the enhancement of the River Stewards Program in collaboration with the Karma Box Project, empowering unhoused individuals to become environmental stewards and advocates for a cleaner Truckee River
Research and Communications Fellow
One Nature
2022.02 - 2022.10
- Co-authored academic journal research study on intersection of ecological conservation and human wellbeing, synthesizing insights from twelve global case studies for comprehensive analysis
- Collaborated closely with international case study authors, enriching research with diverse perspectives and expertise
Sustainability Analyst
Voiz Reviews
2021.02 - 2021.10
- Engaged in an intensive 8-week training program focused on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, immersing myself in a diverse array of sustainability concepts and practices essential for corporate sustainability
- Applied acquired knowledge and skills to assess and enhance the sustainability performance of businesses, advocating for environmentally responsible practices and guiding the integration of sustainability principles into corporate operations
Education
MS - Energy and Environmental Management
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT08.2025
BA - Environment, Energy Science and Policy
The University of Michigan
Ann Arbor05.2021
The School For Field Studies
Siem Reap, Cambodia05.2020
Skills
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
- Grant Writing
- Relationship Building
- Project Coordination
- Event Planning
Additional Information
Proficient in Salesforce, Samaritan, Excel, Photoshop, Atlas.ti, ArcGIS, MS Word, PowerPoint, Canva
Recipient of the University of Michigan Excellence in Sustainability Honors Award
Certified Johns Hopkins Covid-19 Contact Tracer
Certification
- Project WET and WILD Educator Training Certification - Nevada Division of Environmental Protection and Nevada Department of Wildlife
- Desert Research Institute EnergySmart Certification: How Renewable Energy Can Address Issues In Environmental Justice
Timeline
Volunteer Programs Coordinator
I Love A Clean San Diego
2022.10 - Current
Research and Communications Fellow
One Nature
2022.02 - 2022.10
Community Engagement Coordinator AmeriCorps VISTA
Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation
2021.10 - 2022.10
Sustainability Analyst
Voiz Reviews
2021.02 - 2021.10
MS - Energy and Environmental Management
University of Connecticut
BA - Environment, Energy Science and Policy
The University of Michigan
The School For Field Studies
- Project WET and WILD Educator Training Certification - Nevada Division of Environmental Protection and Nevada Department of Wildlife
- Desert Research Institute EnergySmart Certification: How Renewable Energy Can Address Issues In Environmental Justice
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