Patrick Gallo
About Patrick Gallo
Patrick Gallo is a Program Manager at the Student Conservation Association, where he has worked since 2013. He has extensive experience in leadership roles within conservation organizations, having previously served as a Team Leader at AmeriCorps NCCC and held various positions at the Student Conservation Association and Southwest Conservation Corps.
Work at Student Conservation Association
Patrick Gallo has been employed at the Student Conservation Association (SCA) since 2013, currently holding the position of Program Manager. In this role, he manages financial aspects of organizational programming, ensuring adherence to budget constraints. He has also coached and mentored leaders, conducting regular performance evaluations. Gallo supports partner organizations, including Federal and State Land Management Agencies, to execute programming and maintain work standards. His previous roles at SCA include serving as a Project Leader in 2010 and again from 2012 to 2013.
Experience at AmeriCorps NCCC
Gallo worked at AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) as a Team Leader from 2008 to 2009 in the Sacramento, California area. In this capacity, he led teams on various service projects, gaining experience in team management and project execution.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Gallo earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from Ohio Wesleyan University, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Presidio Graduate School, completing his studies from 2017 to 2020. His educational background supports his expertise in program management and organizational development.
Previous Roles in Conservation Organizations
Gallo has held several positions in conservation organizations. He served as a Crew Leader at Southwest Conservation Corps in 2011 for four months in Salida, Colorado. He also worked as an Outreach and Development Specialist VISTA at Southwest Conservation Corps from 2011 to 2012 in Durango, Colorado. His experience includes recruiting, hiring, and training leaders for service projects, as well as facilitating training programs for crew leaders and corps members.