Valerie Durkin
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| Gender | Female |
|---|---|
| Industry | Communications or Media |
| Occupation | Marketing and Communications |
| Location | Portland, Oregon, United States |
| Introduction | I have a passion for healthy eating and active living coupled with a life-long interest in architecture, planning, and sustainable development. Prior to earning my masters in Communication and Leadership studies, and my undergraduate degree in Community Development, I worked for architects and engineers for over 10 years. My career goals include working for firms with a focus on sustainable development, green design and planning for future generations. My exposure to nature has shaped my understanding of the importance of preserving and conserving the environment and all its inhabitants, and creating sustainable management practices for future generations. |
| Interests | Travel, photography, reading, writing, movies, documentaries, riding my bike, hiking, back backing in the wilderness, networking, cooking, great conversations with people discussing ideas that will transform the world to a better place. |
| Favorite movies | Movies that make me laugh or think. |
| Favorite music | Depends on my mood. I love jazz, classical, easy listening, classic rock, and country. |
| Favorite books | Crabgrass Frontier, The Death and Life of Great American Cities, and Prince of Tides, to name a few. |