NERIS' Culture

Throughout her career spanning nearly two decades, Kristine has been a trusted partner to numerous public and private sector organizations in providing program management, environmental compliance, permit expediting, and grants management services through highly complex, large-scale projects that have transformed communities. In her role as founder and president of NERIS, she leads a diverse and rapidly growing team of experts working throughout the U.S. to deliver similar solutions to clients in sectors like affordable housing, water and wastewater, transportation, entertainment, disaster recovery, and long-term resilience, among others. Prior to founding NERIS in 2015, she managed programs and projects for one of the world’s largest engineering firms and lent her background in environmental science toward addressing some of the nation’s most impactful and important public-sector challenges. 

Kristine earned her undergraduate degree from Virginia Tech and her Master of Science in Environmental Policy and Management from American Public University. A native of the Washington DC area and current New York City resident where NERIS is based, Kristine enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, and playing soccer in her free time while she manages NERIS’ continued growth and success.

Senior Vice President of Business Operations

Christian Wilson has over 15 years of experience in organizational leadership, focusing on operational excellence and resource management. He has a firm focus on process formation, overcoming deficiencies, and improving execution throughout the enterprise. Christian looks forward to guiding NERIS to the next levels of growth, utilizing his experience in supporting the United States Government and military. He seeks to take advantage of development opportunities in coordination with current operations to best position NERIS for efficient, sustainable performance.

Florida Operations / Senior Project Manager

Senior environmental compliance and risk management specialist with over 30 years of experience in environmental land use and environmental risk management consulting. Kelly is a recognized expert in the field of environmental due diligence, having assisted clients in the creation of environmental policies and procedures for acquisition activities, and delivered presentations and authored articles on effective environmental risk management practices associated with commercial real estate transactions.

Sr. Project Manager

Is Senior Project Manager in charge of Expediting at Neris. He acts as Liaison between Developers, owners and Contractors and various city agencies, including the dept of Buildings, Fire Dept, Parks, etc.

Gordon Has been in the AEC field since 1989, beginning work with Architects and then working for expediting firms. Prior to Covid he managed field teams and supervised activities in the 5 boroughs. His previous work includes The Brooklyn Arena, and recent work for NERIS includes obtaining C of O’s for the NYPL for EDC. Since Covid his work has been in the office as an expeditor and project Mgr. Gordon is a Class 2 Filing Representative, OSHA 40 certified, FDNY Filing representative , and Oath / ECB registered. Gordon also is a professional Fitness Trainer, Landlord, and proud father.

Engineer/Senior Project Manager

Maria is an experienced civil engineer, senior project manager, and code compliance consultant with a passion for sustainability. Experienced in data gathering, reporting, strategy development, and compliance, Maria is dedicated to assisting organizations in understanding their carbon footprint and effectively mitigating climate change impacts. With a proactive approach, Maria aims to streamline data gathering and reporting in compliance with Local Law 97 and other environmental regulations, delivering efficient and sustainable solutions for a better future.

Senior Environmental Manger 

With over 30 years of experience, Jeffrey joined NERIS after serving in the private and public sectors.  His expertise encompasses the preparation of environmental review documents and analyses for environmental and transportation projects under the jurisdiction of the New York City Environmental Quality Review Act, New York State Environmental Quality Review Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act.  Jeffrey is also adept at the preparation of necessary permitting applications for federal, state and local agencies.  He earned an M.S. in Urban Planning from the Columbia University School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation. 

Project Manager

Charito is a Project Manager and Disaster Recovery Specialist and has worked for NERIS over the past three years. Her primary focus is in the Tier II environmental review process. Charito has prior experience in the Engineering and Architecture disciplines supporting Professional Engineers and NYC DOB Class 1 Filing Representatives.

Project Manager 

Experienced in solar project management and environmental advocacy work, Ryan provides NERIS with expert skills in design, project management, and oversight. He earned his MS in Environmental Policy and Sustainability Management from The New School in NYC. Outside of work, he likes theatre productions, trivia night, and soccer.

Senior Environmental Scientist

Abby specializes in National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation. With over three years of experience, she is dedicated to protecting the environment and promoting sustainable practices. Abby holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Resource Management from Virginia Tech and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Soil Science. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music, traveling, and spending time outdoors.

Environmental Scientist/GIS Analyst

Nicholas Moctezuma has extensive experience in Environmental compliance and due diligence. His previous work involved conducting Subsurface Investigations, overseeing environmental, health, & safety (EH&S) programs, routine environmental-media sampling, preparing project Safety Plans, performing Hazardous Material assessments, and leading Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments just to name a few. Nicholas is NERIS' head GIS specialist, working on projects such as Newark International Airport and Rebuild Florida’s Housing Repair and Replacement Program, while also supporting due diligence projects when needed.

Junior Permit Expeditor

Ifrita Shajedeen is a Junior Permit Expediter at NERIS and a current student at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering, majoring in Civil Engineering with a minor in Sustainable Urban Environments. Her interests are in project and construction management, as well as environmental compliance. She is passionate about creating sustainable and resilient infrastructure for the future of New York City. Ifrita is eager to learn and apply her skills in real-world settings.

Environmental Scientist & GIS Technician

Nicholas graduated from the University of Delaware with a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, concentrating on energy and environment. His experience includes GIS agricultural mapping, technical writing, and data management. Nicholas has a passion for environmental responsibility and aims to protect our ecosystems. He also enjoys snowboarding, fitness, and hiking.