Prior to joining the District, Chris worked as a law and policy adjunct for the Marine Policy Institute of Mote Marine Laboratories in Sarasota, Florida, focusing on the legal and regulatory issues arising from storm water runoff and harmful algal blooms. He has taught several classes as an adjunct professor at New College of Florida and the University of South Florida. Chris has a B.A., Political History, Comparative Religion, New College; J.D., University of Florida, With Honors; and L.L.M., University of Cape Town, Highest Honors and is a member of the Florida Bar.