Kori Ann Kurtzeborn

Biography

Kori Ann Kurtzeborn is an environmental planner and data communication specialist. As Program Coordinator with the Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water, and Air at Utah State University, she leads applied research and planning consulting projects that bring together public and private partners to inform the Institute's annual Report to the Governor and Legislature and metrics reporting program. Her work centers on translating complex environmental data into formats decision makers can act on, combining research, GIS spatial analysis, and stakeholder engagement.

Kori manages a team of data analytics students, guiding their technical development and giving them direct responsibility for the Institute's online metrics repository and annual reports, and convenes working groups with state agencies, universities, and private sector partners. Her research includes grant funded work with state and federal agencies.

Kori holds an MS in Environmental Planning, a BS in Environmental Studies, and an Applied GIS Certificate from Utah State University.