Katie Conlon

BIO

Dr. Katie Conlon is the Director and Founder of the Ecoseva Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing environmental service and sustainability through community-focused initiatives. With nearly 20 years of expertise in research, leadership, and program management, Dr. Conlon is a passionate advocate for bridging science with actionable solutions for the earth. A National Geographic Explorer, she led pivotal research on plastic reduction in the Himalayas, building awareness and driving environmental change across India and Nepal. Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Urban Studies and Sustainability and a Master’s in International Peace Studies, complemented by her role as a Research Affiliate at Portland State University, a Fellowship with the Royal Geographical Society, and her work as a Fulbright Specialist.

SKILLS

Environmental Science | Sustainability | Program Management | Research & Analysis | Strategic Thinking | Systems Thinking | Stakeholder Engagement | Community Building | Storytelling | Public Speaking Dr. Conlon specializes in building collaborative partnerships, translating complex scientific ideas into accessible narratives, and fostering environmental awareness and engagement among diverse audiences. She is particularly interested in initiatives that address pollution, ecological restoration, and socio-economic justice for vulnerable populations, with a vision to restore socio-ecological balance in the face of global environmental change.

ACHIEVEMENTS

+ National Geographic Explorer + Founder & Director of Ecoseva Institute + National Geographic Explorer for Himalayan Plastic Reduction Project + Research Affiliate with Portland State University + Fulbright Specialist & Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society + Ph.D. in Urban Studies and Sustainability + 20 years of experience in environmental and social-ecological research + Published in academic journals and recipient of multiple research grants