- Environmental sustainability with a focus on agriculture, soils, and logistics
- General sustainability with a focus on business operation and manufacturing
- Hunting, camping, fishing, and rock climbing
- Supporting other small businesses, especially those created by people around my age
- Drone and camera photography/videography
Christopher Borer
Independence
Summary
Proven grant writer with expertise and formal education in sustainable land use practices. Developed projects and grants supporting recovery from numerous natural disasters, increasing food security on Maui, educating our next generation of farmers, and assisting small businesses by leveraging a (short) lifetime of experience working on the land and in sustainability.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Halcyon Solutions LLC
Salem, OR
07.2025 - Current
- Drafted and submitted foundation, county, and state grant proposals for for-profit and non-profit organizations.
- Assisted project development, drafted, and was awarded grants to assist fire-affected peoples from the 2023 wildfires.
- Consulted several small businesses which included the following:
- Conducted research to find eligible grants for clients
- Identify and vet potential sources of funding.
- Conducted market research to identify customer needs and industry trends
- Developed business plans outlining operational goals and market strategies
- Formulated business strategy emphasizing sustainable expansion.
- Assisted in preparing reports and documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with client requirements.
Independent Contractor
Private Clients
Oregon
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Operated skid steer, mini excavator, and tractor.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching.
- Constructed hardscape features like walls and edging
- Constructed and erected fencing and electric gates
- Installed outdoor plumbing and drainage
Various Roles
Malamalama Sustainability Center
Haiku, HI
01.2015 - Current
- Worked extensively in administrative and management/leadership roles
- Did extensive land work in the Haiku jungle, with a focus on maintaining sustainable and regenerative food forests and flower forests.
- Learned sustainable methods of farming on traditionally non-arable land.
- Filmed and edited sustainability and community-oriented videos.
- Learned team communication, coordination, volunteer management, and resource allocation.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations.
- Traveled to assist and train at other farms, including Kupa'a Farms.
Various Roles
Kolealea Farm and Center
Haiku, HI
01.2015 - Current
- Worked in coffee, diverse fruit and flower harvesting, processing, and distribution.
- Gained skills in working both independently and in teams.
- Conducted sustainability work including riverbank restoration, terracing, erosion management, permaculture, and native plant habitat restoration.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Garden Intern
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Cultivated and maintained diverse vegetable species.
- Assisted in soil preparation and plant care to enhance growth efficiency.
- Implemented sustainable gardening practices, with a focus on reducing inputs.
- Monitored and reported on plant health.
- Collaborated with team members to design and execute garden layouts.
- Educated visitors on small-scale regenerative gardening through guided tours and demonstrations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Western Oregon University
Monmouth03-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Sustainability
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR03-2026
Skills
- Grant writing
- Sustainable and regenerative land work/farming
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Project management
Accomplishments
- Secured over $200,000 in funding for Malamalama Sustainability Center and Kolealea Agricultural Center
- Supervised teams of 2-15 people in land work.
- Collaborated with teams of 3+ in the development of various sustainability, agriculture, and informal education projects.
Interests
Timeline
Founder
Halcyon Solutions LLC
07.2025 - Current
Garden Intern
Western Oregon University
03.2025 - 06.2025
Independent Contractor
Private Clients
03.2023 - Current
Various Roles
Malamalama Sustainability Center
01.2015 - Current
Various Roles
Kolealea Farm and Center
01.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Western Oregon University
Bachelor of Arts - Sustainability
Western Oregon University