**JULIA MEIER**
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1819 NW Central Pl. Apt 208, Seattle, WA 98107;
julia.meier@gmail.com;  (917) 628-0560

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**Feedback from 2016 Performance Review**
>_“Julia’s problem solving skills, ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and positive attitude under pressure make her an exemplary team member.”_

>_"Julia works with clients and teaming partners on an almost daily basis...Julia does an excellent job of presenting a positive presence in the professional community. She is extremely personable and is a good representative for the company.”_

>_“Julia is effective at sharing knowledge and information during a problem to increase the chance it will be resolved quickly.”_

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**EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS**

- B.S., Environmental & Biological Engineering; Cornell University, College of Engineering; Ithaca, NY (2005)
- Fundamentals in Engineering (FE/EIT) Certificate; National Society of Professional Engineers; New York State (2005)
- Solar Electric Systems coursework; Solar Energy Institute (SEI); Peonia, CO (2012)
- Database Management coursework; University of Washington; Seattle, WA (2012-2013)

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**PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE**

**Pacific Northwest Marketing and Proposal Coordinator**, SWCA Environmental Consultants; Seattle, WA (2014 – Ongoing)
- Supports and leads marketing efforts and business strategies for 50 cultural and natural resources and planning specialists in the Portland and Seattle offices.
- Collaborates with fellow marketing coordinators to support 31 offices and 850+ employees.
- Attends pre-proposal and business development meetings and networking events in Washington and Oregon.
- Organizes meetings, travel and marketing material for business development leadership.
- Develops formal and informal marketing materials and communications including proposals, presentations, cut sheets, brochures, postcard and email campaigns, and more.
- Leads weekly regional marketing meeting to organize and track all marketing activities in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Alaska.
- Actively contributes to the corporate marketing group's efforts to improve projects and opportunities database, Sharepoint pages, templates, training and internal communication.
- Guides proposal development and interview preparation for technical staff.
- Collects, collates and summarizes market research on service lines and companies.
- Researches, reviews, and screens incoming opportunities, Requests for Proposal, and other solicitations.
- Interviews technical staff to understand and communicate scientific principals and work processes, including archaeological field technicians, architectural historians, GIS specialists, wetlands scientists, environmental planners and other experts.
- Develops substantive original content for individual proposals and marking publications.

**Swim Therapist**, Orca Swim School; Seattle, WA (2013 – 2014)
- Taught group and one-on-one classes to help adults conquer their fear of water through mindfulness, discussion, exploration and play.
- Facilitated on-deck lessons and group discussions, and created an emotionally and physically safe space.
- Worked with diverse groups of adults of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds

**Wind Energy Consultant**, DNV GL (formerly DNV); Seattle, WA (2007 – 2011)
- Provided wind energy consulting services in the Feasibility Group at an international risk management firm.
- Collaborated with departments (data collection, energy assessment, meteorological tower installation, turbine engineering) to create concise and comprehensive feasibility analyses of potential wind projects.
- Conducted data-gathering fieldwork throughout the U.S. and British Columbia to site met towers, assess project terrain, validate long-term wind data sources, and collect data for visual impact, shadow flicker and sound impact analyses.
- Prepared proposals tailored to client needs, describing project scope and company strengths.
- Managed inter-department projects, with budgets exceeding $100,000.
- Developed relationships with diverse project stakeholders, including landowners, Tribes, wind and transmission developers, local, state and federal agencies, utilities, and banks.
- Represented DNV at AWEA conferences to develop business relationships and stay current on industry discussions and developments.
- Contributed to sustainable business practices via documentation of resources, business and analysis processes, and project findings in group reference manuals and databases.
- Delivered presentations at office knowledge-sharing meetings.
- Crafted college-level curriculum for the U.S. Department of Energy.
- Chaired committee to establish and maintain ISO14001 Environmental Management System.



**Board Vice President,** Ten Thousand Villages Seattle; Seattle, WA (2012 – Ongoing)
- Chaired first and second annual fundraising galas and raised over $60,000.
- Leads grant applications and annual reporting.
- Works closely with the Executive Board and Executive Director to balance day-to-day needs and long term organizational vision.
- Develops plans to ensure sustainable revenue streams and organizational support.
- Seeks opportunities with local nonprofit organizations and community groups to expand donor bases, partnerships and program participation.
- Performs outreach to share our mission, recruit potential volunteers and sell fair-trade product.
- Participates in hiring and training employees, encouraging initiative and leadership roles.
- Executes event advertising and volunteer-recruitment campaigns.

**Visiting Lecturer & Volunteer,** The Island School; Bahamas (September 2010)
- Lectured on wind energy for a high school program focused on environmental sustainability.

**Project Engineer,** ALC Environmental, Inc.; New York, NY (2006 – 2007)
- Independently conducted Environmental Assessments, requiring short turn-around and comprehensive reporting, for projects throughout the New England region.

**Solar Decathlon Team Member**, Cornell University; Ithaca, NY (2004 – 2005)
- Performed technology and industry research, with an emphasis on energy efficient lighting, for a national college competition to build a solar house and showcase on the National Mall.

**Intern**, United States Geological Survey (USGS); Ithaca, NY (Summer 2004)
- Conducted stream surveys and participated in scientific research.

**Administrator**, Magnusson Architecture & Planning, PC; New York, NY (2003)
- Sole administrator for architecture firm specializing in sustainable community development.

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**TECHNOLOGICAL EXPERIENCE**

- GIS analysis (Global Mapper)
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint
- Database management (Visio, SQL)
- Programming (Java)
- Graphic Design (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)
- Windows and Apple platforms

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**ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS**
- Conversational Spanish and German

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**REFERENCES**

- Tanya Johnson, former Regional Principal, SWCA Environmental Consultants; (801) 528-2345
- Lorelea Hudson, Senior Archaeologist, SWCA Environmental Consultants; lhudson@swca.com; (206) 353-8588
- Chad Nancarrow, Senior Engineer/Supervisor, DNV GL; chad.nancarrow@dnvgl.com; (206) 387-4276
- Kevin J. Smith, Asset Management & Operating Services, DNV GL; kevin.j.smith@dnvgl.com; (206) 387-4211
- Marcie Hinthorne, Board President, Ten Thousand Villages Seattle; boardchair.seattle@tenthousandvillages.com; (206) 898-3196
- David Hennings, Board Member/Legal Advisor, Ten Thousand Villages Seattle; hennings@wscd.com; (206) 919-2422