Mr. Stone began his career while studying environmental science, chemistry, and economics at the University of Iowa. From 1990 through 1996, Mr. Stone managed phyto-remediation research facilities and projects. During this period he was employed by Ecolotree, Inc. which utilized phyto-technologies to remediate contaminants in soil, groundwater, and surface water. Since 1997, Mr. Stone has served as a professional scientist based in Portland, OR and has designed, managed, and implemented groundwater monitoring and extraction well networks, and automated groundwater control systems. He currently serves as a Senior Geoscientist at Anchor QEA, LLC in Portland, Oregon.