About Us
Principal: Kelly Stockton-Fiti
I am a scientist, wife, and mother. I fell in love with biology at a very young age. My parents fed my natural curiosity by exposing me to the outdoors through fishing, hiking, boating, skiing, snowshoeing, and many other activities, and by answering my questions with scientific answers and providing me with resources to learn more. I always knew that science and biology were my passions.
In 2008, I started working with aquatic invasive species at the Colorado Department of Wildlife with the identification, prevention, and management of zebra and quagga mussels. I continued my studies in invasive species management in a Master’s program at the University of Idaho, where I conducted ecotoxicological studies, investigated new technology applications, and determined how to apply control technology to facilities. After graduate work, I worked for companies assessing ecosystem health and conducting ecotoxicological studies on methods to control infestations of aquatic invasive mollusks.
I founded the company after several years of providing expertise for private and public agencies. Other scientists and managers in the field have recognized my expertise in aquatic ecology, particularly invasive species management and control, and water quality issues. I work with clients to provide expertise regarding their needs, and through KASF Consulting, I can conduct controlled laboratory or field studies to pursue questions about control measures. These studies follow good laboratory practice methods, and I provide quality assurance. I continually interact with clients to collaborate on needs as their business progresses.
I have been invited to present my work at various meetings, host trainings on veliger analysis and laboratory setup, and lead field trips to invasive species infested areas. I have worked with hatchery personnel to monitor their water quality and evaluate it for parasites and other foreign organisms.
As the principal research scientist with KASF Consulting, I develop procedures and protocols for each study with collaborators, implement the study design and data collection, train and work with staff as needed, analyze data using appropriate statistical methods, write and present study findings, and publish in peer-reviewed journals.