Independent Research Professional
Washington D.C. Metro Area
- Current
-
- Owner at Green Retriever
- Past
-
- Director of Content at Raymond Communications
- Marketing Manager at National Science Teachers Association
- Marketing & Sales Manager at Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group
- Editorial Assistant at American Podiatric Medical Association
- Publicity Assistant at University of Tennessee Press
- Education
-
- University of Tennessee-Knoxville
- Maryville College
- Recommended
-
4 people have recommended Kim - Connections
-
37
connections
- Industry
- Writing and Editing
- Websites
Kim Leslie’s Summary
I'm knowledgeable in Extended Producer Responsibility for the end of life of products. As waste and toxic materials continue to be more of an issue, I hope to help companies understand their obligations in the various countries as well as help governments make it easier for companies to comply.
Kim Leslie’s Specialties:
researching international environmental law
Kim Leslie’s Experience
-
Owner
Green Retriever
(Research industry)
May 2008 — Present (1 year 3 months)
I provide research on international environmental regulations which impact companies, particularly chemical and end of product life issues. I also write articles on environmental subjects including conservation, legislation, and regulations.
-
Director of Content
Raymond Communications
(Writing and Editing industry)
September 2003 — October 2008 (5 years 2 months)
Wrote and edited weekly environmental newsletters and special reports focused on regulatory issues of concern to businesses dealing with extended producer responsibility.
-
Marketing Manager
National Science Teachers Association
(Non-Profit; 51-200 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
May 2006 — November 2007 (1 year 7 months)
Oversaw creation of marketing (both traditional and newer media) materials for NSTA Press, conferences, and other NSTA entities
Publicized 20-30 NSTA Press titles and other products annually -
Marketing & Sales Manager
Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Publishing industry)
July 1999 — July 2003 (4 years 1 month)
Marketed, publicized, and sold various titles approximately 30 per season.
-
Editorial Assistant
American Podiatric Medical Association
(Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Medical Practice industry)
April 1999 — July 1999 (4 months)
Tracked manuscripts through editorial process for Journal, helped edit publication.
-
Publicity Assistant
University of Tennessee Press
(Non-Profit; 1-10 employees; Publishing industry)
August 1997 — October 1998 (1 year 3 months)
wrote press releases, created review copy mailing lists for approximately 6 books a season.
Kim Leslie’s Education
-
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
MS , Communications , 1997 — 1998
-
Maryville College
BA , English , 1993 — 1997
- Activities and Societies:
- Alpha Psi Omega
Additional Information
Kim Leslie’s Websites:
Kim Leslie’s Interests:
environmental issues, writing, researching, editing
Kim Leslie’s Groups:
-
Sustainability Professionals -
Maryville College Alumni -
Consulting Services -
GreenBiz.com -- Green Business Professionals
Kim Leslie’s Contact Settings
Interested In:
- career opportunities
- consulting offers
- new ventures
- job inquiries
- expertise requests
- business deals
- reference requests
- getting back in touch
