I have 18 years of experience, and specialize in the field of ecology with specific knowledge in the areas of plant ecology, fire ecology and soil science. I have published on such topics as natural community classification, fire behavior and effects and remote sensing of fire effects. I have testified on natural community protection for city easements. I was invited to speak before the Florida Governor’s Cabinet on the topic of effects of prescribed fire on carbon sequestration as part of the Governor’s Climate Change Initiative.