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Dave Valentine (Membership Director of Fort Worth Boat Club)

Dave Valentine

Membership Director of Fort Worth Boat Club
https://www.fortworthboatclub.com/

We are delighted to introduce Mr. Dave Valentine, who serves as the Membership Director at the Fort Worth Boat Club. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in the boating and watersports community, Dave plays a pivotal role in fostering the vibrant lake culture around Eagle Mountain Lake. During the Love Your Lake event, Dave will share insights into the offerings and opportunities available at the Fort Worth Boat Club. After his presentation, you're invited to connect with Dave to learn more about the Club and how you can become a part of this lake-loving community. Don't miss this chance to explore the world of the Fort Worth Boat Club and discover the joys of lake life.

Kelly Albus, PhD (Research Scientist at Texas Water Resource Institute)

Kelly Albus, PhD

Research Scientist at Texas Water Resource Institute
https://twri.tamu.edu/

Dr. Kelly Albus is an environmental scientist and educator whose research focuses on the nexus between the environment and people, uncovering new tools and insights into how communities connect with their natural spaces. As an educator, Dr. Albus has taught at universities, museums, wildlife centers and K-12 schools across the country. Citizen science has become a focus of her career with its inclusive tools that blend environmental education and data collection, while also measuring impacts. Currently a Research Scientist with the Texas A&M AgriLife’s Texas Water Resources Institute and a Fellow with the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, Albus works closely with the Texas Stream Team citizen science program and serves as Project Director for the new Optical Brightener “Tampling” citizen science project. Dr. Albus’ latest work with the National Geographic Society is focused on using citizen science to provide impactful opportunities for teachers and students to participate in water quality management.

- Current Websites:
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-hibbeler-albus-a641a6a7/
• Optical Brightener “Tampling” Citizen Science Hub: https://ob-tampling-citizen-science-hub-pmaps-tx.hub.arcgis.com/
• Blue-Green Infrastructure Network (BGIN) Hub: https://denton-bgi-pmaps-tx.hub.arcgis.com/


Kelly strives to bring new perspectives and ideas to the management of shared water resources through her work with diverse groups from universities, K-12 schools, community colleges, grassroots organizations, citizen science programs, informal education centers and many others throughout the state.

Kelly has been affiliated with the University of North Texas’ Advanced Environmental Research Institute and the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment for her ongoing citizen science efforts. She currently leads projects focused on citizen science research experiences for students and teachers funded by the National Geographic Society, as well as other projects focused on community engagement with blue-green infrastructure and stormwater, water use in community gardens, and community education and perceptions around turfgrass.

Dr. Bardia Heidari (Research Scientist at Texas Water Resources Institute)

Dr. Bardia Heidari

Research Scientist at Texas Water Resources Institute

Dr. Bardia Heidari is a research scientist for the Texas Water Resources Institute (TWRI) working at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center in Dallas, Texas. His research focuses on urban hydrology and flooding, impacts of climate change on water infrastructure, application of data science techniques in stormwater management and green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) design and planning. He earned his doctorate, master's degree and bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of Illinois at Urban-Champaign, Virginia Tech and Sharif University of Technology in 2019, 2014 and 2012, respectively.
Agenda:
- Bardia: Nature-based Solutions for Stormwater in DFW area
- Kelly: Community-based Water Education and Outreach (ACCESS Water, BGI Network)

Cody Whittenburg (Asst. Code Director / Managing Director for Enviornmental Health Services of City of Fort Worth)

Cody Whittenburg

Asst. Code Director / Managing Director for Enviornmental Health Services of City of Fort Worth

Dedicated and forward-looking senior leader with robust expertise in environment and sustainability. Blending advanced environmental science expertise with talents as a strategist, change agent, and leader, I am adept in aligning strategic initiatives with objectives across environmental management, social responsibility, and governance. Further, I excel in fostering coordination and cooperation across multiple stakeholders and agencies to drive the attainment of unified goals.

Rachel Ickert (Chief Water Resources Officer at TRWD)

Rachel Ickert

Chief Water Resources Officer at TRWD
https://www.trwd.com

Rachel Ickert serves on the Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD) Executive Team as the Chief Water Resources Officer. She oversees TRWD’s engineering, water resources management and planning, and environmental services and serves on various councils and planning groups including the Trinity Regional Flood Planning Group, Texas Water Conservation Association board of directors, Region C Regional Water Planning Group, and North Central Texas Council of Governments Water Resources Council. Rachel is a graduate of the Leadership Fort Worth LeadershipClass, member of the American Academy of Water Resources Engineers, and member of the Texas Tech Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering Academy. Rachel received her BS in Civil Engineering from Texas Tech University and MS in Civil Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington. She is a registered professional engineer in the state of Texas and a board-certified water resources engineer. Rachel is a proud wife, mother, and steward on a continuous journey of growth.