About Lindsey

Lindsey Williams is a social scientist and policy specialist with over 20 years of experience in research, teaching, and practice on ocean and coastal management issues, including 10 years in federal government service, seven years as university professional staff, eight years (to date) as a local elected official, and a small business owner. Her work focuses on the science-policy interface, negotiation and consensus building, and collaborative processes particularly as they relate to coastal and environmental matters.

Lindsey holds a PhD in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies from the University of New Hampshire, a Master of Marine Policy from the University of Delaware, and Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Colby College. In addition to her professional roles at the University of New Hampshire, Lindsey is the founder of Eight Legged Octopus and also serves as Deputy Mayor in her role as an At Large member of the City Council in Dover, NH.

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