Bio

Brent began his career with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) in 2003 and is currently the Community and Private Land Field Chief out of MDC's headquarters in Jefferson City where he supervises Community Conservation Planners. Brent serves as the statewide lead for the community conservation strategic initiative and the community conservation strategic initiative team. Brent coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to implement MDC’s strategic plan and promote community conservation initiatives and programs. He develops and coordinates community conservation communications, outreach and training for the Department. Brent graduated from Westminster College in Fulton, MO with a bachelor’s degree in biology and has served MDC in various positions include Private Land Conservationist, Agricultural Liaison, District Supervisor, Unit supervisor before assuming his current role.