CSA Ocean Sciences Inc.
Christopher Kelly has a diverse work experience in various roles related to marine biology and science education. Christopher started their career as a Science Education Guide at Adventure Aquarium in 1995, where they worked until 1997. Christopher then joined Dynamac Corporation as a Research Scientist in 1999 and stayed in that role until 2001. From 2001 to 2003, they served as a Rural Aquaculture Promotion Volunteer with the Peace Corps. In 2011, they joined CSA Ocean Sciences Inc., initially as an Energy Programs Director and Marine Biologist, and later as the Vice President Science and Technology and Marine Biologist. Christopher is currently working in the latter role.
Christopher Kelly's education history begins with their high school education at St. Joseph's Prep, where they obtained their High School Diploma from 1992 to 1996.
Christopher then pursued their undergraduate studies at the Florida Institute of Technology from 1996 to 2001, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Marine Biology and Marine Ecology.
Continuing their academic journey, Christopher attended the University of Maryland from 2004 to 2011, where they obtained their Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Marine Biology and Marine Ecology.
In addition to their formal education, Christopher Kelly has also acquired several certifications. These include Further Offshore Emergency Training and Helicopter Underwater Egress Training (HUET), which were obtained at Falck in August 2017. Christopher also holds certifications in Nitrox and Open Water Diver from PADI, although the specific months and years of obtaining these certifications are not provided.
CSA Ocean Sciences Inc.
Founded in 1970 as a marine environmental consulting firm, CSA Ocean Sciences Inc. (CSA) specializes in multidisciplinary projects concerning potential environmental impacts of activities throughout the world and offers a wide variety of desktop and field survey services. CSA is headquartered in Stuart, Florida, with regional offices in Tampa, Florida; Houma, Louisiana; Salinas, California; Houston, Texas; Port-of-Spain, Trinidad; Doha, Qatar; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Perth, Australia. CSA Ocean Sciences Inc.'s programmatic approach provides our clients with objective data collected in the field and through desktop-based scientific research while maintaining an appreciation for the environmental, legal, and political sensitivities frequently associated with controversial marine and coastal projects. Over the last 43 years, CSA has successfully conducted approximately 2,300 studies for more than 500 clients, including the oil and gas industry; engineering/surveying firms; utility companies; law firms; land development companies; and local, State, Federal, and international government agencies. The wide range of marine services offered by CSA Ocean Sciences Inc. draws upon the extensive knowledge of our qualified personnel in addition to the techniques, facilities, equipment, and business considerations of applied sciences and technologies. Our 43-year corporate track record has resulted in a reputation of reliable technical performance, unbiased analyses, and scientific integrity.