Diane Wright

Diane graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a Bachelor of Science degree, where her passion for wetland science was sparked by her mentor, Dr. Frank Golet, creator of the Cowardin Classifications System for Wetlands. A Pivotal field trip to Walden Pond, where Dr. Golet read a passage from Henry David Thoreau, inspired Diane to dedicate her career to working with wetland ecosystems. Outside of work, Diane enjoys exploring Colorado with her two young daughters and new puppy, attending live music events, making art, and advocating for local community issues.

With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in habitat assessments, ecological evaluation, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on wetland and riparian ecosystems across the Western Great Plains and Rocky Mountain regions.