Bio

Meet Aaron

Key and Anchor Consulting is owned and operated by Aaron Barefoot Ellis of Roxboro, NC.

Aaron brings over 20 years of experience in the field of engineering and environmental project administration across government and private sectors.

A 14-year veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Coast Guard Reserve, Aaron has had a unique career that ultimately centers around natural resources. As a military member, Aaron was a steward for the procurement, inventory, finance, and logistics of millions of dollars of supplies and equipment. In her civilian career, Aaron specialized in project administration and permitting for multidiscipline engineering and environmental firms. There she also acquired field skills to assist development projects with land survey, wetland delineations, and environmental assessments. Her personal interests found her establishing processes for such industries as sustainable agriculture, conservation, landscape design, and even artisanal food and beverage production.

Aaron is an avid member of Carolina Wetlands Association and Person County Friend of the Parks. In her free time, you’ll find her hiking with her friends and dogs, on a horse, or planning the next camping trip with her family.

Member:

National Association of Wetland Managers

NC Association of Environmental Professionals

NC Water Resources Association

Certified NC Rain Garden Installer

Certified NC Stream Repair Professional

Certified NC Stormwater Inspection & Maintenance Professional