Cayla Naumann

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About Cayla Naumann

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY A highly skilled Biologist with extensive experience in managing biological datasets, conducting environmental assessments, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Proven expertise in fish and wildlife inventory, habitat management, and data analysis and database management using GIS and other analytical tools. Committed to supporting natural resource management through innovative data solutions and fostering collaborative relationships. CORE COMPETENCIES • Environmental impact assessment • Project management & leadership including udget, scope, and deliverable management • Species at risk monitoring • Strong knowledge of natural resource management legislation and policy • eDNA testing & analysis • Ability to build and maintain long-term relationships with diverse stakeholders • Technical report writing • Field research & data analysis • Proficient in GIS and data management for environmental applications • Excellent communication and presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS • M.Sc, Biology, University of Victoria (2014) Thesis: Assessment of intra-specific variability in Saprolegnia parasitica populations • B.Sc, Biology, University of Victoria (2011) • Licensed Member #2949, British Columbia College of Applied Biology KEY ACHIEVEMENTS & RECOGNITION • Environmental Assessment Award, Environmental Managers of British Columbia (2022) • Developed, as part of the stakeholder working group, the Canadian Standard for eDNA reporting (CSA W214:21) • Successfully managed multi-year and multi-component projects exceeding $400K in budget • Speaker at 2024 Pacific Northwest Chapter ISA Conference: What Arborists Need to Know about Birds and Bird Nesting • Published research in Diseases of Aquatic Organisms and Aquatic Sciences