Tuesday, Mar 17 2009

Women's History Month

Time: 11:00 - 1:00 PM
Roybal Campus
Global Communication Center
Buidling 19 � Auditorium A

National Theme:
   “Women Taking the Lead to Save Our Planet”

Speaker: Beverly Houston Banister is currently the Acting Deputy Regional Administrator at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 4 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Biographical Sketch: Beverly Houston Banister is currently the Acting Deputy Regional Administrator at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 4 in Atlanta, Georgia. She was appointed to this position on January 21, 2009, where she will remain until EPA's transition is complete.

Ms. Banister is normally the Director of the Air, Pesticides and Toxics Management Division. She is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing all Regional EPA Air, Pesticides, and Toxics programs. Ms. Banister has also provided management and leadership to both the Waste and Water Management Divisions. She has been with EPA for more than 25 years and has extensive experience in many EPA programs and offices including EPA Headquarters.

Ms. Banister has been recognized with many awards for her knowledge, skills, and leadership abilities which produced environmental results. She was the recipient of the Federal Executive Board EPA All Star Award, the Donald J. Guinyard Pioneer Achievement Award and the prestigious Lee M. Thomas Excellence in Management Award. In addition, to these career achievements and honors, Ms. Banister has provided leadership to numerous organizations within and outside EPA. Ms. Banister has a special interest in providing opportunities for disadvantaged children. She is a graduate of Auburn University with a degree in Chemical Engineering.

Target Audience: All CDC Employees

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