About

Dan Mullins, Executive Director

Dan brings with him more than a decade of experience spearheading a project in Willimantic to restore the Willimantic River and its migratory fish, while creating an urban whitewater facility for recreational boating. While at the University Of Connecticut School Of Law, Dan studied environmental law, interning at Connecticut Fund for the Environment (CFE), Trout Unlimited and the University Of Connecticut Office Of Environmental Policy. Dan served on UConn’s Water and Wastewater Advisory Committee and on the Board of Trustees of Joshua’s Trust. Dan can be reached at our Norwich office at 860-319-8808.

Maura Robie, Natural Resource Specialist

Maura has decades of experience in natural resource conservation including municipal inland wetlands regulation, land stewardship support, research and environmental education. She is the Watershed Coordinator for the Baker Cove Watershed Committee in Groton, assists NRCS with conservation planning for farms and procures funding for grant projects addressing non-point source pollution. Maura can be reached at maura.robie@comcast.net or 860-319-8807.

Paul Burgess, P.E.  Environmental Engineer

Paul has Master of Science Degree in Environmental Engineering, which focused on water quality and water resources course work, and is a licensed Professional Engineer in CT. He has over 35 years of experience in environmental engineering and consulting. At ECCD, he works on storm water, erosion control and water resources projects.

Megan Trujillo, Natural Resource Specialist

Megan has a background in biology, ecology, and environmental education, and is passionate about protecting natural resources and connecting people with nature. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a concentration in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut and a Graduate Certificate in Environmental Education from Hamline University. Her work in conservation is guided by a strong commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement.

Outside of work, Megan enjoys hiking with her husband and their dog, Alfredo, as well as camping and traveling to beautiful places to experience the outdoors.

Ashley Lorinsky, Natural Resource Specialist

We are excited to welcome Ashley to the ECCD team as our new Natural Resource Specialist. Ashley brings a strong background in ecology and environmental science, along with a deep passion for serving her local community. She holds a Master of Science in Wildlife Ecology from the University of Michigan and a certificate in Climate Change and Health from Yale University. In her free time, Ashley enjoys volunteering, spending time with her horses, and exploring new hiking trails. We’re thrilled to have her join the team and look forward to the expertise and energy she brings to our work.