KAYTI CHRISTIANSON

ECOLOGIST

Growing up in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, I developed a love of animals and an appreciation for being outdoors. As I explored careers and completed my degree in biology, I grew more interested in ecosystems and the intersection of human progress and ecological impact. Nature’s complexity brings challenges, joys, and opportunities that motivate me as an ecologist. I have experience in riparian and wetland ecology, restoration, fisheries, special status-species, and botanical surveys. I make every effort to provide clients with the resources they need to achieve their project goals and produce deliverables with attention to detail, accuracy, and thoughtful reporting.

Body of Knowledge

BS, Biology (Concentration in Environment and Natural History), Westmont College
Elkhorn Slough Coastal Training Program Climate-Smart Riparian Restoration
Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation California Tiger Salamander and Rare Pond Species Survey Techniques
Jepson Herbarium 50 Families in the Field: Monterey Bay
Swift Water Rescue Certified
CPR/First-Aid/AED
OSHA 24-HR HAZWOPER Training

Client Satisfaction

"Burleson Consulting was excellent to work with and very professional. They assembled a top-notch team of experts to study and propose solutions to the water supply challenges at Sutter National Wildlife Refuge. The communication was excellent throughout the project. This included project staff, contracting personnel, and interested stakeholders. As a result, the project was completed on time and on budget. I would not hesitate to use or recommend Burleson Consulting in the future."Kevin Clancy, Project Manager – United States Bureau of Reclamation

"Burleson provided exceptional services under this contract. Because of their successful work, they were awarded a $7M follow-on IDIQ contract in 2014, that also encompasses biological monitoring at former Fort Ord. They have consistently improved their plant material collection and propagation techniques and pass the savings onto the federal government. Burleson is a valuable team member on Fort Ord and I feel that they are true stewards of the environment." William K. Collins, BRAC Environmental Coordinator, US Army Corps of Engineers

"Burleson has been able to work with several government agencies (to include tribal groups and natural resource trustees) and several responsible parties to assist in progressing this site to a stage where technical and agency concerns can be identified and resolved. Strengths – overall and in depth understanding of mine site and CERCLA dynamics. Deficiencies – none. I would not hesitate to use Burleson." Daniel McMindes, USACE Liaison to EPA, US Army Corps of Engineers

"Burleson helped to manage the Sacramento Area Voltage Support Environmental Impact Statement. They came through and were always available during an ‘energy crisis’ in California. I will continue to work with them."Loreen McMahon, Project Manager - California Public Utilities Commission

"We appreciated Burleson’s great work, re: completing the draft EIR on the scheduled date (it was a tremendous task, but they completed it). All of them put a lot of work into it (it was a true team effort). They should all be proud of this accomplishment given the changes and obstacles encountered along the way, and I cannot thank them enough."Glenn M. Shuder, AIA, CFM, Chief Architect - Project Director, SMUD

"We chose Burleson Consulting because of their experience with the specific project matter in technical and regulatory issues and for their record of excellent communication skills in complex, multiparty projects. They were responsive to the matter and were sensitive to all relationships between the parties involved."Kevin Mayer, PE, Project Manager - USEPA