3 results for tag: new staff

New Staff Q&A: Crystal Weston

OEC is excited to introduce our new Environmental Health Program Director, Crystal Weston! Crystal hails from California originally, but has been a proud Oregonian since 2003. Throughout her time here, she has worked in all corners of the public health sphere – from the Oregon Health Authority, where she addressed nitrate contamination, to the University of Oregon, where she focused on substance abuse prevention and harm reduction. Her wide-ranging experience in identifying solutions to environmental health concerns in our state make her the perfect person for the role at OEC. Look out for Crystal’s work to address PFAS (aka “forever ...

New Staff Q&A: Max Light-Pacheco

OEC is excited to introduce our new Community Engagement Manager, Max Light-Pacheco! Since graduating from U.C. Davis (in his home state of California), Max has worked for Americorps, the Nature Conservancy, the Phoenix Zoo, and one•n•ten, a nonprofit serving LGBTQ+ youth in Arizona. His work is driven by a lifelong love of nature, a passion for community, and a deep understanding of where the two intersect. This knowledge of people and planet makes Max an invaluable addition to our team. Give Max a warm welcome the next time you see him out in the world representing OEC! In the meantime, read all about his love of mountain lions, Sabrina ...

New Staff Q&A: Kristopher Fortin Grijalva

OEC is excited to introduce our new Transportation Program Director, Kristopher Fortin Grijalva!  Hailing from Southern California, Kristopher grew up connected to his community by transportation, walking, biking, and bussing his way around town from elementary school through college. This experience – coupled with a deep love for writing – led him to a 13-year career in journalism and transportation advocacy in the Greater Los Angeles area. His background spent fighting for clean, equitable transportation options made him the perfect person for the role. To learn all about Kristopher – from his love of local corner stores, to career ...