Jessica Dietrich
GIS Manager, Massachusetts
Massachusetts
Jessica Dietrich GIS Manager for The Nature Conservancy in Massachusetts. © Stephanie Dozois
Areas of Expertise
Geographic Information Systems, Landscape Ecology, Spatial Analysis
Biography
Jessica Dietrich is the GIS Manager for The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Massachusetts. In this role, she oversees the GIS program, leveraging geospatial technology and spatial science to support strategic decision-making and conservation planning. Jessica creates compelling visualizations and disseminates TNC's scientific research to both internal and external partners.
With over a decade of experience at TNC, Jessica has significantly contributed to several key projects, including the development of BioMap, The Nature Conservancy’s Resilient and Connected Landscape, the Berkshire Wildlife Linkage and decision support for Natural Climate Solutions and Nature-Based Solutions.
Before joining TNC in 2008, Jessica was a GIS Specialist with NatureServe. She holds a Master of Environmental Management from Duke University and a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service from Georgetown University.
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