Managed over 200 plant species including fruit trees, ornamental's, native shrubs, and flowering plants.
Increased plant survival rate by improving watering schedules, soil preparation, and plant care practices.
Trained and guided volunteers in plant care, maintenance, and propagation techniques.
Assisted in planting over 1,000 trees and saplings across different locations.
Prepared soil mixtures tailored for different plant types to support healthy growth.
Improved irrigation efficiency by 20% through better watering practices and monitoring.
Sold plants and garden products worth over $50,000 in local markets.
Organized and labeled plant stock to maintain inventory and improve sales efficiency.
Led initiatives to reduce pest populations using integrated pest management strategies effectively.
Worked closely with certified horticulturists and garden professionals to enhance plant care practices.
Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
Attended native plant conferences and gained knowledge on local species and sustainable practices.
Collaborated with gardeners to plan and design outdoor spaces.
Environmental Consultant
Wild Expeditions
India
07.2017 - 03.2021
Created detailed digital maps using ArcGIS for forestry and park management.
Analyzed satellite imagery with ERDAS Imagine for vegetation monitoring.
Managed and analyzed environmental data using SQL and MS Access.
Conducted field surveys and collected samples for water and soil quality analysis.
Ensured compliance with environmental laws and prepared permit applications.
Planned and conducted environmental site investigations and inspections.
Coordinated with local governments, community groups, and indigenous and tribal people on environmental projects.
Prepared technical reports, assessments, and environmental impact statements.
Provided training and guidance to staff and interns on environmental practices.
Led habitat restoration projects, including invasive species removal, native species planting, and reforestation efforts.
Environmental Health and Safety Intern
Atree
Bangalore, India
04.2015 - 12.2016
Instituted new controls and remedial measures for existing systems in collaboration with engineers, successfully controlling hazardous working conditions.
Enhanced overall safety through improved training programs and safety equipment.
Verified compliance of workplace environments, equipment, and practices with mandated safety standards.
Identified training for environmental compliance and implemented training to operations and other team members.
Released reporting and recordkeeping to meet environmental regulations.
Shared best practices and developed synergies for businesses to achieve results.
Reviewed, interpreted, and communicated current and proposed legislation to determine applicability for regional areas.
Performed environmental site assessments and provided remediation recommendations.
Interpreted test data to determine whether contamination existed in accordance with environmental laws.
Investigated accidents and analyzed root causes to develop corrective action plans.
Student Intern
BSNL
Mysore, India
01.2013 - 04.2013
Helped team stay productive with skilled handling of in-person, email, and telephone inquiries.
Enhanced overall operations by identifying waste and process bottlenecks.
Managed databases by inputting information and files.
Implementation of Data Communication in an Area/Campus Through Simulator.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Environmental Science
San Jose State University
San Jose, California
05.2026
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Information Science and Engineering
East West College of Engineering
Bangalore, India
06.2017
Skills
Ecological assessment and monitoring
Species identification and taxonomy
Habitat restoration and management
Biodiversity conservation strategies
Environmental impact analysis
Soil and water quality testing
Forest inventory and analysis
Fire ecology and management
Climate change adaptation planning
Wildlife tracking and population modeling
GIS mapping ArcGIS, QGIS
Statistical analysis R, SAS
Remote sensing ERDAS IMAGINE
Environmental modeling MATLAB
Database management SQL
Forest Vegetation Simulator
Timeline
Home Based Gardner
02.2022 - Current
Environmental Consultant
Wild Expeditions
07.2017 - 03.2021
Environmental Health and Safety Intern
Atree
04.2015 - 12.2016
Student Intern
BSNL
01.2013 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Information Science and Engineering
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