STEVEN KANE CURTIS

Email: stevenkanecurtis@gmail.com
Website: www.stevenkanecurtis.com
Phone: +46 (0)70 3089931
DOB: April 3, 1990
Nationality: USA

SUMMARY

Passionate, detail-oriented, outgoing and driven young professional seeking full-time employment in
sustainability consulting starting October 2015. Diverse education and work experience culminating in
strong technical, environmental and business perspective. Past work experience in environmental
consulting, finance, research and field work. Through international experiences, demonstrates the ability
to work in fast-paced environments, adapt and improvise to changing situations.

EDUCATION
Master of Science in Environmental Management and Policy
International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics
Lund University Lund, Sweden
Expected September 2015
Thesis (in progress): Mapping Urban Futures - An Investigation of Funding Mechanisms and Social Equity Issues of
Living Labs for Sustainability
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Meteorology
Minor: Watershed and Water Resource Management
The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA 16802
December 2011 | GPA: 3.83/4.00

CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Multidisciplinary education in environmental economics, policy and management; strong
understanding in technical sciences including meteorology, agriculture, watershed management
Possess a combined two-years experience in environmental management, advocacy and leadership
Demonstrated success in innovation and entrepreneurship in renewable energy business models
Experience in business, consulting and engaging with investors / stakeholders
Outgoing and comfortable in new situations, engaging with new topics and passionate people
Vibrant leader and excels at public speaking; strong oral and written communication skills

LEADERSHIP
Strive to be a leader in the classroom and within the community. Served as instrumental leader
throughout the Penn State community. Continue leadership journey in Sweden among international
students. Gained experience in event planning; showcased passion to empower and motivate individuals;
learned valuable delegation, coordination, and time management skills.
Served in the Graduate Student Council and organized professional development opportunities
Founding member of Blue Target Network at Lund University providing students with
sustainability-in-business perspective through organizing study visits
Served as President of the Penn State Earth and Mineral Sciences Student Council
Student representative in the student undergraduate association and university faculty senate
Awarded the Jay M. DeFinis Award for Outstanding Student Leadership at Penn State

EXPERIENCE

Thesis, Mapping Urban Futures, May 2015 - September 2015

My thesis looks to investigate innovative strategies - in particular, living labs - as a means to foster urban
sustainability transitions. Urban living labs are seen as a means to engage end users in the co-creation and
co-generation of knowledge supporting products, services or processes for sustainability in cities. The
thesis aims to: identify living labs for sustainability; explore to what extent current funding strategies
support living labs; and use Geographic Information Systems (geospatial analysis) in community-based
research to analyze social equity issued surrounding living labs.

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Steven Kane Curtis

stevenkanecurtis@gmail.com

Co-Founder, LuvSolar, September 2013 - July 2015

Took an idea for a school project and developed a viable business model focusing on peer-to-peer lending
to finance and grow the solar photovoltaic market. Work in close collaboration with co-founder and
advisory board to develop business plan, value propositions, engage with investors, cultivate stakeholder
interactions, etc. Accepted into prestigious student incubator, winning competitive business competition
and receiving financial support.

Teller, PNC Bank, Nov 2012 - July 2013

Responsible for facilitating routine customer transactions, providing superior customer service, and
communicating banking and financial products. Gained valuable experience working in office setting
within the service industry. Developed deeper understanding of financial systems, business operations
and business objectives.

Coastal Management Intern, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Department of Commerce| American Samoa, May 2011 - Aug 2011
Developed scientific study to identify land-based sources of pollution affecting watershed and
coral reef. Gained understanding of environmental regulations policy. Performed research in
difficult terrain using technical equipment to measure water quality. Suggested environmental
management protocols to reduce stream pollution. Presented findings to leading scientists at
NOAA headquarters and recognized as top performer among fellow interns.

Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU)

School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences | Stony Brook University, May 2010 - Aug 2010
Project focused on identifying and quantifying biogenic volatile organic compounds (BVOCs) released by
various mangrove species. After quantifying emissions, research turned to subsequent chemical and
aerosol interactions within the atmosphere with focus on ozone formation. Worked in laboratory setting
with various chemicals, equipment, and sensors such as mass spectrometer, etc.

MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS, HONORS & AWARDS

LeapFrogs Scholarship, Summer 2014
The scholarship is awarded to nearly 40 students annually to provide financial assistance to those with
viable business ideas. This money is intended to allow students to work full-time on business ideas.
Scholarship also provides numerous professional development and networking events including seminars
on innovation, entrepreneurship and value creation forum.

Winner - Venture Cup South, May 2014 - Environment and Energy

Winner of VentureCup in Southern Sweden for our LuvSolar business idea with a significant cash prize.
Developed a detailed business plan with business canvas model, market research, SWOT and risk analysis,
cashflow statements, etc. Pitched to a high-profile jury of investors and entrepreneurs as winning
business within the Energy and Environment Division.

Swedish Institute - Network for Future Global Leaders

Member of the Network for Future Global Leaders consisting of distinguished and culturally-diverse
scholarship recipients in Sweden. Network develops professional skills, provides networking
opportunities for invaluable network connections globally. With network, attended World Water Week,
Sustainability in Practice study visits, Nobel Week Dialogue and Nobel NightCap.

Winner of Challenge Your Perspectives Scholarship Competition 2013

In a nation-wide (US) scholarship competition, selected among 1600 applicants as recipient of a fulltuition scholarship and stipend to attend graduate school at Lund University in Sweden.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Traveling: North American, South Pacific, Europe, Caribbean, Middle East / North Africa
Interests: Running, Hiking, Reading, Photography and Healthy Eating

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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