BPC Staff

Cameron Carr

Director of Policy & Chief Operating Officer

510-768-8312 • cameron@bayplanningcoalition.org

 

Cameron Carr is the Director of Policy and Chief Operating Officer at the Bay Planning Coalition. In this role, he manages the organization’s external Committees and supports the Coalition’s over 150 member organizations, which include a broad spectrum of public and private Bay-Delta entities, including ports, maritime and shoreline industry, labor unions, local government, residential and commercial builders, recreational users and engineering, planning, environmental science, construction and legal professionals. To advance the organization’s strategic goals, Cameron represents the Coalition among regional agencies and stakeholders. Cameron also oversees the organization’s finances and day-to-day operations, working closely with BPC’s Board of Directors to support the organization’s development and advance policy objectives.

His passion for environmental and regulatory policy stems from his experience working with the general counsel of an irrigation district in California’s Central Valley. Learning of the complexities and opportunities of water politics in the Bay-Delta Watershed ignited his interest in balanced policies that protect the natural environment while fostering responsible economic growth.

Growing up in California’s Central Valley, surrounded by the commodity industries, Cameron brings a valuable perspective to his work. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of San Diego and currently resides in San Francisco.

 


Ann Spaulding

Program Manager

ann@bayplanningcoalition.org

Ann Spaulding joined Bay Planning Coalition as Program Manager in September 2018.  She has over 20 years of experience working with nonprofits, local government and environmental consulting firms, providing program management, stakeholder outreach, business development and government relations.

As Program Manager for Bay Planning Coalition, Ann Spaulding’s first project will be collaborating with Sonoma Water, NOAA and other agencies, to reach out to stakeholders and the public about the Advanced Quantitative Precipitation Information (AQPI) project. The goal of the AQPI is to better predict the changing weather conditions brought about by climate change and therefore help prevent catastrophic flooding and property damage.

Ms. Spaulding’s water-related and environmental consulting background began in 1992, with the promulgation of stormwater regulations and the need to inform and engage affected industry about compliance.  In addition, Ann has served and is currently Water Task Force Co-Chair for the East Bay Leadership Council’s (EBLC),  where she plans educational and policy discussion topics that include innovation and leadership in water supply planning , water recycling, potable reuse, storage sometimes leading to EBLC advocacy positions on important water legislation.

Ann’s areas of specialization are:

  • Communications and collaboration with institutions, stakeholders, agencies and elected officials.
  • Program development, coordination and management.
  • Stakeholder engagement and outreach.
  • Government relations, representation and policy analysis.
  • Business development strategy and implementation.

 


Robert Rogers

Policy & Operations Associate

robert@bayplanningcoalition.org

Robert Rogers is a Policy and Operations Associate at Bay Planning Coalition. He joins us as a Sonoma State University Graduate with a bachelor’s degree in political science. His professional background includes several politically associated positions, including, government affairs, public affairs, experience working in a congressional office, and campaign experience. His most notable work experience is his role in government affairs with Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma Water) where he found a deep enjoyment of California water policy.

While working at Sonoma Water, he worked closely with their executive team and state and federal lobbyists to help develop and promote environmental and water policy.

Robert’s role at Bay Planning Coalition includes policy research and advocacy, event planning, and marketing and outreach.


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