Advisory Board
The purpose of the UNC Charlotte Department of Earth, Environmental, and Geographical Sciences (EEGS) Advisory Board is to strengthen the relationship between alumni, professionals, faculty, and students. Members represent a diverse and inclusive spectrum of majors within the Department and meet twice per year to work with department leadership to advise about the future direction of the department and it’s programs.
Chris specializes in geomatics projects that leverage remote sensing technologies to deliver precise geospatial data. His team collects survey data using LiDAR and imagery sensors, often utilizing small UAS (drones) for aerial surveys, then processes the data into a range of products for extraction of 2D and 3D survey data for use in a wide […]
Isaac Hinson has over 25 years of professional experience in the field of environmental science. He earned a B.S. in Biology with a Concentration in Ecology/Environmental Biology from UNC Charlotte in 2001 and a M.S. in Biology from Winthrop University in 2007. He holds certifications as Ecologist (Ecological Society of America) and Professional Wetland Scientist […]
M.S. in Earth Science from University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2010 Stanton Lanham is Manager of Renewable Energy Forecasting at Duke Energy, leading efforts focused on renewable energy forecasting (solar and hydro), meteorology, and advanced data modeling. He has extensive experience applying predictive analytics and forecasting technologies to support energy operations and renewable […]
BS Geography, 2008; Master of Urban Design, 2021 Occupation: Program Manager Employer: Charlotte Urban Design Center LinkedIn Profile: Will Linville Will is a practicing urban designer and planner, having worked both in the public and private sectors in communities throughout North Carolina. As program manager of the Charlotte Urban Design Center, he oversees a team […]
BS Geology, 2009 Occupation: Project Manager Employer: Hart & Hickman, PC Linked In Profile: John Lopez John specializes in environmental assessment and remediation. He provides strategic oversight to ensure each project meets the highest technical and regulatory standards. John also plays a key role in recruiting and mentoring emerging talent at H&H by fostering a […]
B.S. Geology, 2015; M.S. Earth Science, 2017 Water Quality Program Specialist, City of Charlotte, Storm Water Services Linked In Profile: Jacey Meador Jacey assists in administration and management of the Umbrella Mitigation Bank, with emphasis on fulfilling pre- and post-construction mitigation monitoring obligations and overseeing stewardship of Bank lands during the post-construction monitoring phase. For […]
M.S. Earth Sciences – Meteorology, 2022 B.S. Meteorology, 2020 B.S. Fire Safety Engineering Technology, 2016 Occupation: Meteorological Software Engineer Employer: Commodity Weather Group, LLC LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-toadvine/ Matthew provides full-stack development and management of weather forecasting and data analytics tools for the Commodity Weather Group forecasting team and its clients who are involved in energy and […]
MS Earth Science-Meteorology, 2015 Occupation: Meteorologist Employer: National Weather Service Linked In Profile: Unavailable As a meteorologist with the NWS, Thomas is responsible for weather forecasts and warnings for the western Carolinas and northeast Georgia. Thomas also works closely with and provides weather support to emergency managers, first responders and other government agencies such as […]