Kari Divine
Project Manager/Owner
kari@renewableresourcesolutions.com
Kari has more than 20 years of experience working in natural resource consulting and STEM education. She holds an M.S. in fisheries and wildlife from Michigan State University. Kari oversees the day-to-day of the business and manages a diverse range of projects as well as serving as the Executive Director of Sustainable Resources Institute, a conservation-based nonprofit organization.
Nikki Loehr
Office Manager
nikki@renewableresourcesolutions.com
Nikki has worked as office manager since 1999 in both public and private sectors. Nikki provides administrative management of American Loggers Council, Lake States Lumber Association, and the Great Lakes Kiln Drying Association.
Paul Irving
Forest Industry Liaison
paul@renewableresourcesolutions.com
Paul holds a B.S. in Biology with an emphasis in Natural Resources from Central Michigan University. He is a Forest-industry program coordinator with experience in biomass and forestry-related data collection and analysis, project coordination, and technical communication. Paul supports biomass, forest inventory, and research projects, and coordinates Master Logger projects and related program activities. He has experience supporting forestry organizations and stakeholders and providing responsive remote customer service. His practical experience in program development, implementation, and
stakeholder support allows him to effectively help clients navigate complex forestry programs and systems.
Kristyn Ritchie
Ecologist
kristyn@renewableresourcesolutions.com
Kristyn holds a B.S. in Applied Ecology and Environmental Science from Michigan Technological University. Her work with RRS spans natural resource management, the forest products industry, grant development, and communications. She has experience with wildlife habitat restoration and management, invasive species projects, landowner outreach, technical writing, and coordination with conservation partners and agencies. Kristyn also works with businesses, industry organizations, and other clients on grant development and project coordination. Through RRS’s work with the American Loggers Council, she manages social media, assists with marketing and communications, and administers the Hazardous Fuels Transportation Assistance grant program. Her role combines her natural resource background with project development and communications to help move projects from planning through implementation and outreach.