Cynthia Houston, Ms
About Cynthia Houston, Ms
Cynthia Houston is a Business Communications Specialist with extensive experience in environmental management and communications. She currently works at the University of Maine as a PhD candidate and has held various roles in organizations such as Booz Allen Hamilton and Belcan.
Current Role at Belcan
Cynthia Houston serves as a Business Communications Specialist at Belcan, a position she has held since 2016. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, she utilizes her extensive background in communications to support various initiatives within the organization. Her role involves developing strategic communication plans and fostering effective internal and external communications.
Previous Experience at Oak Ridge Institute For Science and Education
From 1997 to 2000, Cynthia Houston worked at the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education as an Environmental Management Fellow. During her three-year tenure in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, she contributed to environmental management projects, gaining valuable experience in the field of environmental science.
Educational Background and Expertise
Cynthia Houston has a diverse educational background. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Philosophy and Communications from the University of Maine between 2019 and 2023. Additionally, she holds a Master of Science in Environmental Science from The Johns Hopkins University, obtained from 1997 to 2000. Her undergraduate studies include a Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies from the University of California, Berkeley, completed from 1987 to 1991.
Professional Experience in Communications
Cynthia Houston has held various roles in communications throughout her career. She worked as an Associate at Booz Allen Hamilton from 2000 to 2006 and later served as a Project Manager in Communications Practice at Dai from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, she was a Freelance Environmental Writer for Spinsheet Publishing Company from 2015 to 2019, where she focused on environmental topics.
Research and Training in Conservation Science
Currently, Cynthia Houston is a PhD candidate at the University of Maine, participating in the National Science Foundation Research Traineeship focused on enhancing conservation science. She has advanced training in public participation and risk communication, which supports her efforts in building partnerships with NGOs and engaging in grassroots outreach.