I’m Corrie monteverde, PhD
Operations | Intelligence + Tech | Stakeholder Engagement
Building intelligence systems that turn science into real-world impact
Program & Operations Leadership
I lead complex, cross-functional initiatives, bringing structure, coordination, and momentum to climate and technology programs to ensure work is executed effectively and delivers meaningful outcomes for diverse stakeholders.
Partnerships & Engagement
I focus on building strong partnerships and aligning teams to translate technical insight into shared goals, actionable solutions, and practical impact across organizations and communities.
Featured Project: Short Film Production
I led the co-production of a short documentary examining the impacts of lithium mining for EVs on sacred Indigenous lands of the People of Red Mountain. I drove the end-to-end delivery, coordinating contributors, managing logistics, and supporting funding through public screening and release.
Featured AI-Enabled App: UI/UX
I led user-centered field research to inform UI/UX updates for an AI-enabled heat stress app, connecting farmworker feedback directly to development decisions and product improvements. Check out the web app here: https://rhialarm.sdsu.edu/
Featured Webpage Design: Policy Brief
I led the end-to-end creation of a digital policy brief for the Rural Heat Islands project, translating work from a 30-researcher team into a clear, accessible StoryMap for policymakers and public audiences. I owned content strategy, narrative structure, visual design, and coordination across contributors, and led outreach and promotion to ensure the final product supported real-world decision-making and impact.
Interested in how ‘Geographic’ knowledge transfers over to ‘real world’ skills?
Watch this Alumni Panel I hosted where we explore how geographic knowledge has led these successful individuals to their current jobs- including a GIS professional, CEO of environmental consulting, university lecturer, and sustainability expert.
About Me
Working at the intersection of science, technology, and people, I focus on turning complex ideas into real, meaningful impact.
My work spans AI innovation, climate resilience, and environmental stewardship, bringing together research, design, and community insight to build tools and programs that genuinely serve the people they are meant to help. From developing AI-driven climate services and geospatial workflows to leading cross-sector collaborations across universities, agencies, and early-stage startups, I prioritize accessibility, transparency, and human-centered design.
I am especially motivated by the potential of AI and emerging technologies to democratize climate information and support decision-makers navigating complex environmental challenges.
Let’s connect if you’re working on projects that bring AI, climate, and people together… or if you just want to chat about good wine. 🍷