Kevin conducts research and Extension activities focused on forest ecology, invasive species, use of technology in forestry, prescribed fire, wildlife, chainsaw safety, natural areas management, and outreach and interpretation.

Kevin earned B.S. and M.S. degrees in Geography from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, specializing in Biogeography and GIS. He has worked in natural resource conservation since 2004, including previous work experience with the River to River Cooperative Weed Management Area, Natural Land Institute, The Nature Conservancy, Great Basin Institute, Illinois EPA, Great Rivers Land Trust, and National Park Service.