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EDUCATION
The George Washington University – Columbian College of Arts & Sciences, Washington, D.C.
2027
Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy and Administration: Field: Science and Technology Policy
Rutgers University – Center for Innovation Education, Newark, NJ
2020
Data Science Certificate: Data Science and Visualization Program
Columbia University – School of International and Public Affairs, New York, NY 2018
Master of Public Administration: Concentration: Energy and the Environment
The Hertie School, Berlin, Germany
2018
Master of International Affairs: Concentration: Security and Sustainability
Duke University - Nicholas School of the Environment, Durham, NC
2012
Master of Environmental Management: Concentration: Environmental Economics and Policy
Certificate in International Development Policy
The George Washington University – Columbian College of Arts & Sciences, Washington, D.C.
2005
Bachelor of Science: Major: Economics, Minor: Statistics
Bachelor of Arts: Majors: Psychology and Philosophy, Minor: Peace Studies
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TECHNICAL SKILLS
Excel, VBA, Python, STATA, Squarespace, Machine Learning, Big Data, Medium.
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EXPERIENCE
George Washington University, Washington, DC, https://gradfellowships.gwu.edu/
Graduate Teaching Assistant 2024
● Performed TA duties for Human Services & Social Justice: Nonprofit Management, a Masters level course.
● Tutored students in writing and graded assignments. Curriculum focused on writing assignments.
WRGW, GW Radio, www.gwradio.com
Show Host 2023
• Performed research, technical support, and hosted Carl’s Corner, a weekly talk show covering news, politics, comedy, philosophy, and science. Podcasts of the episodes are available on Spotify.
• Wrote blog posts for the radio website on energy, data, policy, news, nonviolence, philosophy, and current events issues.
WRGW, GW Radio, www.gwradio.comIntern 2023
• Performed research, technical support, and on air presence for Pindrop, a weekly news show covering a different country every week, and a comedy show.
• Wrote blog posts for the radio website on energy, data, policy, news, and current events issues.
George Washington University, Washington, DC https://gradfellowships.gwu.edu/
Teaching Assistant 2021 - 2022
● Performed TA duties for Decision Modeling, a Masters level policy analytics class primarily using Excel for analysis.
● Tutored students and graded assignments. Curriculum focused on practical modeling techniques used by analysts.
Glint Solar, Oslo, Norway, www.glintsolar.ai
Energy Analyst Consultant 2020 - 2021
• Performed data analytics on satellite imagery data of potential floating solar sites. Wrote white papers and communications. Engaged outside stakeholders and determined value added of projects.
• Conducted customer segmentation and market research regarding best target users. Completed general research on tariffs, governmental policies, ownership, and databases.Nonviolence International - New York
Track Manager – Social Development Track 2019-2020
● Did analytics using smoking costs data to draw conclusions about damages from CO2 emissions.
● Completed communications, analysis, position and research papers, and blogs on Medium.
● Supervised staff on deliverables, events, social media development, and activities for the Social Development Track.
● Represented NI - NY at events. Participated in UN and civil society events, actions, and activism.
● Focused research on renewables, the climate crisis, activism, environmental justice, and ethics.
James Felton Keith for Congress, NY’s 13th Congressional District, New York, NY
ballotpedia.org/James_Felton_Keith
Educator, Outreach, and Canvasser 2019-2020
• Supported a candidate in favor of Universal Basic Income and a Green New Deal.
• Strategized with the candidate and supported campaign events.
CLEAResult, New York, NY
Market Outreach Specialist 2019
• Managed partners across multiple utility programs targeting energy efficiency measures through a rebate incentive program for adoption of efficient items with ConEd, mid-stream suppliers, and customers.
• Performed event planning, coordination and presentation of programs, and continuous improvement of the program.
• Integrated program offerings into customer operations to improve customer service and satisfaction.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for Congress, NY’s 14th Congressional District, New York, NY
Educator, Outreach, and Canvasser 2018
• Effected public education about the candidate and voter registration.
• Participated in grass roots organizing for a candidate calling for renewables and a Green New Deal.
Columbia University Peru Mining 2018 Capstone, Community Partnership Agreement https://github.com/carlmack01/peru
Team Member 2017 - 2018
● Under faculty supervision, formulated an informed prior consent agreement between mining companies and affected communities with a team of 11 graduate students.
● Travelled to Espinar, Peru and met with local government, lawyers, citizens, and those affected by mining.US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 2, New York, NY
www.epa.gov/aboutepa/epa-region-2
Human Resources Intern 2016
• Worked with senior HR staff on employee recognition, training and development, staffing, and recruitment.
• Assisted with preparation of the EPA-Region 2 Awards Ceremony script, PowerPoint, and award certificates.
NYC Teaching Fellows, New York, NY
Math Teacher 2014 - 2015
• Provided instruction to 60 students in grades 7 through 12 in math, science, and special education.
• Participated in a rigorous training focused on feedback, practice-based learning and high need populations.
Bright Current, New York, NY
www.bbb.org/us/ca/oakland/profile/solar-energy-development/brightcurrent-inc-1116-459880
Solar Energy Educator and Consultant 2012 – 2013
• Educated the public regarding the benefits of using solar systems versus remaining tied to the grid.
• Connected prospective customers interested in transitioning to solar-based energy systems with installers.
NC WARN (Waste Awareness and Reduction Network), Durham, NC
Energy Organizing and Outreach Fellow 2011
• Helped coordinate and attended community meetings, rallies, and legislative lobbying days.
• Assisted with county based organizational pushes via researching partner institutions.
• Completed two statistical analysis projects using STATA.
The Sierra Club, Raleigh, NC
www.sierraclub.org/north-carolina
Legislative Advocate 2010
• Attended and reported on committees and hearings. Researched and prepared fact sheets and action alerts, including energy, natural resource, and other environmental issues.
• Assisted with legislative and vote tracking databases, media events and press releases, and daily media.
• Compiled a report on how to move North Carolina off of coal entirely by 2030.
Southern Forests Network, Asheville, NC
www.southernsustainableforests.org
Extension Associate 2009
• Developed information, resources, and tools to assist SFN staff in delivering extension services.
• Did market analysis, branding and message development, and group standards for FSC certification.
Clark, Martire and Bartolomeo, Inc., Englewood, NJ
www.dandb.com/businessdirectory/clarkmartirebartolomeoinc-englewoodcliffs-nj-16490990.html
Market Research Analyst 2008
• Wrote proposals, questionnaires, and statistical analysis table plans for field studies of product profiles.
• Analyzed qualitative and quantitative studies, conducted significance testing, trend analysis, and reports.
New Jersey for Obama, Bergen County, NJ
Educator and Community Organizer 2007 – 2008
• Planned and led outreach events, conducted voter registration, effected public education, and recruited and coordinated new volunteers. Canvassed, phone-banked, and staffed campaign events.
Japan Exchange and Teaching Program, Yobuko-cho, Saga-ken, Japan
English and Internationalization Educator 2005 – 2007
• Taught 800 students English and foreign culture (elementary to adult). Developed curriculum and led class.
Heads Up, Washington, DC,
English and Math Tutor 2004 – 2005
• Tutored 30 Fourth Grade students at an impoverished inner city school. Focused on Math, English, and study skills.
Japan Karate Association of GWU, Washington, DC,
www2.gwu.edu/~jka/Founding President 2002 – 2005
• Founded club with an instructor. Ran club, recruited members, and practiced traditional Shotokan karate.
YMCA Camp Bernie, Port Murray, NJ,
www.campbernieymca.org/Summer Camp Counselor 1998 – 2001
• Trained to oversee a group of 15 to 20 campers. Learned First Aid and CPR. Lead activities. Monitored campers at camp and on overnights in nature. Responsible for the health and well-being of groups of children and teenagers. -
LANGUAGES AND ADDITIONAL SKILLS
German (Intermediate - B1, Citizen), Japanese (Intermediate), Conflict Resolution, Negotiation, Multicultural Relations, Multidisciplinary Thinking, Creative Problem Solving, Advocacy, Strategy, Personal Investing, Persuasive Communications, Ethics, Japanese Pottery
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MEMBERSHIPS AND CITIZENSHIPS
Mensa, Triple Nine Society, Psi Chi (Honors Society in Psychology), German American Dual Citizen, Japan Karate Association