Lacy Fallon
Wichita
Summary
Accomplished conservation leader with 8+ years managing large-scale rangeland and habitat restoration programs across the Southern High Plains. Proven expertise in building multi-stakeholder partnerships, directing multimillion-dollar budgets, and implementing science-based conservation strategies on private lands. Seeking to lead The Nature Conservancy’s Generational Grasslands initiative to protect and restore 4M acres through collaborative, durable management solutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Resource Conservationist
USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
06.2021 - Current
- Lead strategic delivery of Farm Bill conservation programs across 56 counties in the Southern High Plains region, encompassing rangeland, grassland, and wildlife habitat restoration.
- Manage ranking and planning for ~800 applications annually, ensuring alignment with ecological priorities and program guidelines.
- Direct the allocation of $40M+ in annual federal conservation funding through EQIP, CSP, CRP, and RCPP, managing contracts through their full lifecycle.
- Build and sustain partnerships with landowners, conservation districts, agencies, NGOs, and Tribal partners to advance landscape-scale conservation.
- Mentor and guide 120+ employees, developing training programs on grassland management, drought resilience, and conservation planning.
- Streamline program workflows through a 30+ person interdisciplinary workgroup, improving efficiency and impact.
- Represent NRCS in multi-agency working groups, incorporating stakeholder feedback into improved program delivery.
- Advocate for field office needs with state leadership while providing technical expertise on complex conservation challenges.
District Conservationist
USDA-NRCS
04.2017 - 06.2021
- Led conservation planning and implementation for private landowners, promoting sustainable resource management across thousands of acres.
- Oversaw $1.6M in annual program funding (EQIP, CSP, CRP) to achieve measurable soil, water, and habitat outcomes.
- Developed conservation plans, conducted compliance reviews, and resolved non-compliance issues collaboratively with producers.
- Engaged and educated landowners, partner agencies, and local stakeholders on best management practices for grassland and rangeland health.
- Provided leadership, training, and mentorship to field staff, ensuring consistent technical and administrative program delivery.
Education
Master of Natural Resources - Global Sustainability
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Sciences
Oregon State University
Skills
- Grassland & Rangeland Conservation Planning
- Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Development
- Large-Scale Program Management (Multi-State)
- Budgeting & Fund Allocation ($40M annually)
- Technical Conservation Practices (EQIP, CSP, CRP, RCPP)
- Team Leadership & Staff Development (120 employees)
- Public Outreach & Strategic Communication
- Process Improvement & Program Delivery Efficiency
- Land use planning
- Sustainable agriculture
- Technical report writing
Timeline
Area Resource Conservationist
USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
06.2021 - Current
District Conservationist
USDA-NRCS
04.2017 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Sciences
Oregon State University
Master of Natural Resources - Global Sustainability
Virginia Tech
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