Paul is a Software Engineer based in Spokane, Washington. Raised in eastern Washington, he has a strong connection to the region's agricultural roots and a passion for sustainable agriculture and conservation. Prior to joining NatureServe, he worked on open-source agriculture technology projects and volunteered with local conservation districts. This passion for building and creating carries over to his personal life where he pursues various woodworking, electronic and gardening projects. Paul enjoys exploring the outdoors while hiking, biking, skiing and playing disc golf.