Wayne R. Ferren Jr. heads our newly formed Research Program, expanding the scope of CIR to include a broad array of ecological and environmental functions. 

Wayne brings over 40 years of experience with institutional, non-profit and for-profit botanical, ecological, and environmental projects.  At CIR Wayne oversees research elements of restoration projects, environmental monitoring, and field experiments. He oversees project design; manages the production of technical reports; manages project permitting; and assists with marketing and business development.

Wayne also assists with the development and execution of the Education Program including lectures and field trips.  Wayne’s technical focus includes restoration ecology, wetland ecology, plant sciences, and environmental review and planning.

Wayne has demonstrated extensive expertise in environmental and programmatic management and oversight, and he has authored over 90 technical papers, reports, and chapters, provided numerous classes, workshops, and presentations

We are very excited that Wayne has joined our team, and we look forward to the broad expertise he will bring to CIR.  We know that Wayne will provide many opportunities to our present and future clients and the environment.