Kristin Benbow, CEP 
Certified: February 2025

Kristin is a Senior Environmental Scientist with Energy Transfer, specializing in environmental permitting and planning for midstream natural gas construction projects in the southeast. She is responsible for ensuring projects are evaluated and permitted appropriately in accordance with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requirements, as well as local, state, and federal regulations associated with wetlands, listed species, cultural resources, and water use. Her role also includes managing company relationships with regulators, which includes identifying mutual efficiencies and maintaining operational agreements with various state and federal agencies. Prior to joining Energy Transfer, she worked as an Ecologist for AECOM Technical Services and as an Environmental Specialist for the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Kristin has been an FWC Authorized Gopher Tortoise Agent since 2015, having relocated hundreds of gopher tortoises in support of development and utility projects in Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi. Kristin is also active in the Southern Gas Association (SGA), serving as chair of both the SGA Environmental Committee and the SGA Technical Conference on Environmental Permitting and Construction Conference Planning Committee. When she’s not working, she can be found in the gym, at the yoga studio, rucking/running/hiking her favorite local and state parks, baking fresh bread, reading a good book, or spending time with family.

Natavarpuri Hirapuri Goswami, CEP 
Certified: February 2025

Dr. Natavarpuri Goswami is an experienced Engineering Management professional specializing in Environment, Health, Safety & Sustainability, as well as operations in various notable Oil & Gas Companies. He has accumulated over 31 years of multi-cultural experience working with prominent companies such as ADNOC-UAE, KNPC-Kuwait, Reliance Industries-India, and Essar Oil-India. His expertise includes ensuring safe and efficient operations while focusing on resource optimization, loss prevention, and sustainability. He applies continuous improvement principles to enhance EHS performance and contribute to company profitability through loss prevention and sustainable practices. He is skilled in project management, contributing value from conceptual study and Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), to the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) phase, as well as commissioning and revamping stages. He has hands-on experience with project activities, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and production & quality management of large petrochemical plants as an operation/process Engineer. Additionally, he manages statutory and operational requirements as an EHS & Sustainability Manager in the challenging environment of large Petrochemical & Oil & Gas sector companies. Dr. Goswami holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering and has further enhanced his professional skills with a Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Technology and Management, a Diploma in Industrial Safety, a Diploma in Business Administration, NEBOSH-Environmental Management-NC, a Master of Science in Ecology and Environment, a Ph.D. in Sustainability in Oil & Gas Industries, and is a Certified Environmental Professional (CEP).

Michael LeBlanc, CEP 
Certified: February 2025

Mike is an environmental expert with extensive experience in the assessment and remediation of indoor and outdoor environmental contaminants. Mike’s experience includes leading large, complex, multi-disciplinary losses. He has extensive experience working with many different governmental agencies at the municipal, provincial and federal levels, where his opinions have been recognized and accepted. Mike takes a very practical approach to his work, with an emphasis on using data and factual evidence to define his conclusions. Mike’s opinions are credible and have been relied upon by his customers to assist them through the insurance claim and legal processes. Mike is a licenced professional engineer in Ontario and Alberta. Mike has provided expert opinions at Tribunals in Ontario and Alberta. He is also qualified to provide professional opinions to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks and the Technical Standards and Safety Authority.

Michael Harrison, CEP 
Certified: July 2024

I am an Environmental Scientist with over 20 years of experience and have worked with Stantec since 2008 as a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) project manager and environmental analyst, primarily working for the Department of Defense. Over my career, I have gained a wide range of experiences, beginning as a natural resources analyst and eventually working in aircraft noise modeling to determine environmental and civilian impacts from aircraft generated noise. I have extensive experience producing Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements for complex and high-profile federal actions. My work experience also includes using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software to solve complex problems and using Global Positioning Systems (GPS) hardware for field mapping. Over my career, I have had the opportunity to help perform wetland delineations and stream assessments, work in integrated pest management, conduct drinking water testing, and trap and track wildlife. When I am not working, I enjoy being outdoors, exploring new areas, and spending time with my family.

Cal Johnson, CEP-IT
Certified: June 2024

Cal Johnson grew up in Hudson, WI and currently resides in Madison, WI. Cal graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences. He began his career as an environmental consultant with WSP in January 2019. Cal is primarily involved with environmental due diligence projects and conducts Environmental Site Assessments across the country. He also works on various soil and groundwater investigation and remediation projects. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, camping, playing golf, and following Wisconsin sports teams.

Joseph Cordaro, CEP
Certified: July 2024

Environmental professional with nearly 20 years of diverse environmental experience in various locations, having served as an environmental manager of a manufacturing facility, twice as a state environmental regulator, and as an environmental consultant for both a small firm and large private corporation. Portfolio includes completing numerous Phase I ESAs and other due diligence assessments, environmental permit and compliance management, developing and updating stormwater and spill response plans, conducting regulatory oversight, inspections, emergency response, release investigations, site assessments, underground storage tank removal oversight, sensitive receptor surveys, and soil and groundwater remediation. Also experienced with conducting safety and environmental training, industrial hygiene surveys, and various special projects. Possesses working knowledge of various EH&S regulatory frameworks, concepts, and procedures.

David Ames, CEP-IT
Certified: June 2024

I spent eight years in the Nuclear Navy working on submarines in chemistry, radio-chemistry, and environmental monitoring and sampling. I have also spent three and a half years in the Army Nation Guard as an Environmental Science Officer responsible for the health and safety of troops with aspects of food safety, sanitation, industrial hygiene, and any other thing that could cause harm to a soldier from disease and no-battle injuries. I have worked outside of the military in the power generation business for over 25 years of which the last two and a half years have been involved in the direct environmental compliance of the facilities.

Kyle Reamer, CEP-IT
Certified: June 2024

Kyle brings 3 years of industry experience aiding and overseeing environmental site assessments and investigations, environmental due diligence, environmental and regulatory compliance, technical report writing, subsurface soil investigations, residential wastewater systems, and soil and groundwater sample collection. Kyle has specific experience supporting projects for sites regulated under CERCLA, RCRA, and state-led cleanup programs with diverse stakeholder groups. His professional experience includes site inspections, soil and groundwater quality investigations through sampling, systems operations and maintenance (O&M) and overseeing and implementing groundwater monitoring plans.

Lauren Floyd, CEP
Certified: May 2024

Lauren Floyd is a Senior Marine Biologist at Coastal Protection Engineering (CPE) who specializes in environmental permitting and monitoring for beach nourishment and coastal structure projects on Florida’s Gulf coast. She manages environmental aspects of coastal projects and has overseen state and federal permitting, agency coordination, permit compliance tracking, biological monitoring programs, and mitigation assessments for nearly 20 years. Ms. Floyd provides public outreach for coastal projects, regularly presents at state and nationwide conferences, and serves on the Florida Shore & Beach Preservation Association Executive Planning Committee. She is a scientific diver with extensive experience designing and implementing monitoring and mitigation programs for hardbottom, coral reefs, artificial reefs, and seagrass. Ms. Floyd is also trained and experienced in NEPA implementation and application of the Uniform Mitigation Assessment Method (UMAM) in marine habitat mitigation planning. In her free time, Lauren enjoys traveling the world and scuba diving with her husband and kids.

Scott Sandefur, CEP
Certified: May 2024

Scott Sandefur is an Environmental, Health, and Safety Senior Manager at Coherent Corporation. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business from Concordia University Texas and a Master of Science in Safety, Security, and Emergency Management from Eastern Kentucky University. With over 20 years of experience in various manufacturing sectors, including semiconductor, aerospace, and electrical enclosure industries, Scott has worked to develop and maintain multiple environmental programs. These programs include Air PBR, stormwater, wastewater, spill control, hazardous waste operations, recycling, and pollution prevention. In addition to his CEP designation, Scott has earned several environmental and safety certifications, including the Certified Safety Professional (CSP) from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), the Registered Environmental Professional (REP), from the National Registry of Environmental Professionals (NREP), and the Safety, Health, and Environmental Professional (SHEP) from the University of Texas at Arlington.

Md Muzahed, CEP-IT
Certified: March 2024

As an environmental consultant in the environmental industry with over 15 years of experience, I am currently employed as a Project Asst Manager (Industries & Environment) at SGS Inspection Services Saudi Arabia Ltd. Overseeing several major and small-scale environmental projects around the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. My current responsibilities at SGS Inspection Services. include project Strategic planning, scheduling, and budgeting, as well as maintaining, and building client relationships, developing technical reports, and leading a team of environmental professionals. In addition to my primary responsibilities, I have expertise in project strategic planning, environmental hygiene monitoring, hazardous waste management systems, zero waste strategic waste-to-energy (WtE), water and wastewater treatment, air quality and climate change, and environmental permitting and compliance. My academic background includes a Doctorate in Strategic management, a master’s in environmental engineering, and a bachelor’s in civil engineering. I have pursued a variety of Professional Certifications and Accreditations, including Certified Professional in Waste Management (CPWM), Project Management Professional (PMP), ISO lead Auditor in QMS-9001:2015, EMS 14001:2015, OHSMS 45001:2018, EnMS 50001:2018, Measurement, Health Effect & Control of Hazardous Substance, Thermal Environment from BOHS and have most recently obtained certification as Greenhouse Gases Lead Auditor (GHG Protocol & ISO 14064-1). I am most enthusiastic and passionate about spreading awareness of waste and water recycling and its benefits for a sustainable future. My career ambitions are to give back to the community, help people advance their careers in Zero Waste Strategic, and help implement projects that benefit society.

Abagail Megna, CEP-IT
Certified: February 2024

Abagail Megna is an environmental scientist with a vast range of skills and experiences. She has successfully executed the technical preparation and submission of Federal, State, and Local environmental permits and documents for projects of varying complexities. Abagail frequently utilizes her proficiency in GIS technology and data analysis for technical documents, cartographic needs, and to complete various types of remote fieldwork, including wetland delineations, watercourse delineations, tree surveys, threatened and endangered species habitat assessments, wildlife management, noise monitoring and more.

Jordan Pogorzelski, CEP-IT
Certified: February 2024

Mr. Pogorzelski is an environmental scientist at Herndon Solutions Group (HSG) with more than six years of professional experience. Jordan works under NASA’s Environmental and Medical Contract (NEMCON), which includes supporting headquarters initiatives within NASA's NEPA, Sustainability, and Environmental Compliance programs. His work at HSG extends to the commercial space industry and other federal agencies with a focus on the development of NEPA documents. He was formerly an environmental manager at the Utah Department of Transporation, overseeing the development of over 60 NEPA documents and ensuring compliance with UDOT's NPDES program. Jordan started his career as a hazardous waste specialist at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources after obtaining a bachelor's degree in Conservation and Environmental Science at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. Most recently, Jordan earned his MBA with a specialization in Sustainability Management and Analytics from Concordia University - Mequon. Professional certifications include the CHMM, REP, RSI, RSW, and now the CEP-IT.

Amy Siewert, CEP-Operations
Certified: February 2024

Amy Siewert earned her BS in Forestry from the University of Kentucky in 1998.  She earned her CHMM certification in 2023.   She is an Environmental Analyst with Calibre since September 1, 2023.  In this role she serves as a BRAC Environmental coordinator technical representative.  Prior to her current position, she was an Environmental Analyst for the Kentucky Department of Military Affairs (KDMA)from August 2014 through August 2023.  In this role, she served as the environmental manager of Bluegrass Station, overseeing waste, waste water, drinking water, storm water, air permitting and compliance.  She also managed projects related to sampling and remediation of mold, lead based paint, asbestos, radon and PCBs.  Prior to her position in KDMA, she worked from 1998 through 2014 in various environmental and supervisory  positions within the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet, including the Ky Division of Water, Ky Division of Waste Management and the Kentucky Division of Forestry.

James Thomas, CEP-IT
Certified: January 2024

James is an environmental planner in California focusing on CEQA compliance and entitlements. His primary experience is in large infrastructure/railroad projects and infill residential development. James previously worked for an earthwork company and interned for a city planning department, giving him unique insight into construction practices and the entitlement process, respectively. 

Ihuoma Igwe, CEP-IT
Certified: January 2024

Ihuoma Igwe is an accomplished environmental professional, holding a Master's degree in Environmental Science from the University of Houston Clear Lake. At present, she serves as a Consultant and Environmental Planner at WSP. Ms. Igwe's extensive knowledge of discipline-specific design software, including ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, MODFLOW, Python, R, SPSS, and SQL, is a testament to her expertise in the field. Her proficiency in data analysis, soil, groundwater, and air sampling, environmental compliance, site investigation, writing and reporting, data management, and NEPA Process is unparalleled. Ms. Igwe has been involved in over 20 transportation projects and has been instrumental in preparing planning studies, technical reports, and NEPA documentation. Her familiarity with environmental policies and regulations has proved invaluable to numerous clients, including transit agencies, DOTs, and MPOs, among others, in their multimodal transportation projects like transit, rail, highway, freight, and airports. She has been a project manager for small transportation schemes and an environmental task lead for larger projects, including EA and EIS category projects. Ms. Igwe has also provided technical responses to RFPs, fee proposals, and the preparation of scopes of work. Ms. Igwe's expertise extends to the conduct of environmental site surveys and assessments, including bio, water, and air surveys, following ASTM guidelines and industry standards, including phase I and II site assessments. Her performance of spatial analysis/modeling and map generation related to planning studies using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) has been outstanding. In addition, she has been involved in public outreach and stakeholder involvement activities related to environmental and planning studies, which have received high praise. Ms. Igwe is a confident and competent leader in the field of ecological science, and her expertise is invaluable. Her vast experience in environmental science, coupled with her exceptional skills, makes her a valuable asset to any project.

Abby Spotswood, CEP-IT
Certified: January 2024

Abby is an environmental scientist with Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey Tree Company in Blacksburg, Virginia. She holds a Bachelor of Science in environmental resource management from the Viriginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech). Abby has two years of experience as an environmental consultant. Her main roles include National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, hazardous materials studies, threatened and endangered species reviews and surveys, and environmental justice analyses. Abby also co-founded and currently leads a company-wide environmental justice focus group whose mission is to serve as internal resource on environmental justice, seek out funding opportunities for localities and community-based organizations, and grow Davey’s presence in this area. In her free time Abby enjoys music, travelling, and spending time with family.