PRESIDENT

Tasya is a Principal Geologist with Dalton, Olmsted & Fuglevand (DOF) in Seattle. She has over 20 years’ experience as an environmental consultant combining technical and policy based expertise. With a BS in Geology and an MPA in Environmental Policy, her practice focuses on helping clients balance contaminated site investigation, cleanup, and regulatory compliance. She is a member of the Board of Directors within her firm and has served on multiple volunteer boards outside of work as well. At WIE she has participated as a mentor and as part of the networking committee.

The most valuable part of WIE for Tasya isn’t the one thing – it is the rollup of one place to go where I have the opportunity to meet both people that share commonalities in what working in this field is like as a woman while also getting to meet those at different stages of their career or experiencing the work world differently than I do. This cross-cut of perspectives, often distinctly different than what I might encounter on a particular work day, inspires me about where this field will go and what it might look like in the future beyond my time.

VICE PRESIDENT

Chris is the current Vice President of the Puget Sound Chapter and has been involved in WIE through the mentoring program for 6 years. She finds being involved in WIE rewarding as a way to form personal relationships with others working in similar industries with similar interest. Fun fact about Chris, she went to grade school so small, she had only 5 classmates.

TREASURER

Katy has been attending WIE events for 8 years and has been officially involved in the organization since 2020. She has participated on the networking committee, the budget committee, and most recently is serving as the Treasurer for WIE Puget Sound. Katy is an environmental engineer at Anchor QEA and provides design and construction management services for sediment cleanup projects in the Pacific Northwest.

Katy’s most memorable WIE event was last year’s Puget Sound networking event at Bellevue Botanical gardens. It was the first major event following the pandemic and it was so great to see so many folks in person, many of whom she had only met virtually.

SECRETARY

My love of mountains and landscapes led me to study geology and my love of people led me to WIE. I have dual bachelor’s degrees in Geology and American Studies from Occidental College and a master’s degree in Geological Sciences from Central Washington University. I am a geologist with Aspect Consulting, LLC in Seattle and started my consulting career in southern California with Amec. My practice focuses on supporting clients through site investigation and cleanup process. My pronouns are she/her; I am cis-gender, able bodied, of Asian pacific islander and Caucasian heritage; I am a mother and gardener, and so much more.

What I value most about WIE are the opportunities to build connections across environmental sectors, the mentorship program, and how the organization is a living model of a group, coming together, to create space. My hope is that WIE continues to reflect, evolve, and expand, so that more people can experience the meaningful relationship and professional role modeling that I have encountered through and with this org.

NETWORKING CO-CHAIR

Jennifer Bellamy is an environmental compliance officer/ Vice President at U.S. Bank. She has a Master of Science Degree in Geology and is a licensed hydrogeologist in the State of Washington. She is responsible for the assessment of environmental and seismic risk on collateral properties mainly in the Pacific Northwest at the bank. Prior to joining U.S. Bank, Jennifer worked as an environmental consultant for 8 years. Jennifer has been a member of WIE for 9 years. She is currently Co-Chair of the Puget Sound Networking Committee. Jennifer is also on the Environmental Bankers Association National Board.

One of Jennifer’s favorite parts of WIE is the mentoring program. She still continues to meets with her mentor group even after 9 years.

NETWORKING CO-CHAIR

Darla Smith is a Senior Account Executive at Eurofins Environment Testing Northwest and has been a sales professional for almost 20 years. She has a solid understanding of the Pacific Northwest and related environmental challenges that are client focused and relevant. Darla has been a member of WIE for 8 years and previously involved in the South Puget Sound Chapter of the Mentoring Program and is a current Co-Chair of the Puget Sound Networking Committee. She has been a Board Member of Northwest Environmental Business Council (NEBC) since 2017.

One of Darla’s most memorable experiences with WIE was attending the 10-year Anniversary Event. She enjoyed the networking opportunity which also included fellow colleagues. It was a fabulous evening!

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CO-CHAIR

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CO-CHAIR

MENTORING CO-CHAIR

Sarah C. Low, Founder of Strategic Nature, LLC, is a consultant, educator, and mindfulness teacher with 20 years of project management and program development experience. Sarah has a Master’s degree in Watershed Science and Management and a Bachelor's degree in Fish and Wildlife Conservation from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Over the years, Sarah has planned for, studied, taught about, and managed urban trees and natural areas in multiple cities, including Tacoma, WA and Philadelphia, PA.

Sarah has experience in Federal and municipal government, non-profit organizations, and the private sector. This experience reflects an interest in creating organizations and programs that put science into service for communities. This includes establishing the Philadelphia Urban Field Station with the US Forest Service in 2011 and founding the Tacoma Tree Foundation in 2018.

MENTORING CO-CHAIR

Grace Roberts is a Senior Scientist and Diver at WSP USA. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences and a Master’s degree in Oceanography from Louisiana State University. Grace specializes in conducting habitat assessments both above and below water and provides environmental permitting deliverables for waterfront projects. Grace is Co-Chair of the Mentorship Committee and is passionate about fostering a safe and inclusive working environment. She deeply values the WIE network and believes in its mission of mentorship, networking, and education!