The ESG Team

Meet the people who test with integrity

Our team is made up of certified industrial hygienists, environmental consultants, and field technicians who share one commitment: giving you an honest, accurate picture of your indoor environment.

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Who We Are

Certified professionals. No shortcuts.

Our team consists of certified industrial hygienists, environmental consultants, and field technicians, each holding relevant credentials and committed to staying current through continuing education and industry involvement.

Every ESG team member understands that the value of our work depends entirely on its independence and accuracy. We don't cut corners in the field or in the lab, and every report we deliver has been reviewed by two certified professionals before it reaches you.

We also contribute to the field beyond individual projects: participating in national-level industry conversations, instructing IAQ training courses, and helping raise the bar for environmental testing standards across the region.

CIEC CMR CIH Licensed Lead Inspector NC EPA Lead-Safe Certified IICRC Certified

What you can expect from every ESG team member

  • Relevant certifications maintained and up to date
  • Ongoing continuing education in IAQ and environmental testing
  • Field protocols that follow peer-reviewed, published standards
  • Reports reviewed by a second certified professional before delivery
  • Honest findings, whether results are clean or concerning
  • Willingness to explain every finding in plain language
  • No recommendation for remediation services we have any stake in
The Team

The people behind your results

Every assessment is performed by trained, certified professionals. Below are the people who show up, run the tests, and stand behind every report.

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Daniel Whittaker
Lead Environmental Consultant & Expert Witness
[BIO PLACEHOLDER] Background, certifications, years of experience, areas of specialty, and any notable expert witness or legal consulting work to be added here.
CIEC Expert Witness [+ credentials]
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Gabriel Escobar
Indoor Environmental Professional
[BIO PLACEHOLDER] Name, background, field experience, and certifications to be added here.
[credentials]
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Jacob Jessup
Indoor Environmental Professional
[BIO PLACEHOLDER] Name, background, specialty areas, and certifications to be added here.
CIE [+ credentials]
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Susan Burns
Technical Writer & Data Analyst
[BIO PLACEHOLDER] Name, analytical background, laboratory certifications, and specialties to be added here.
[credentials]
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Tara Dunston
Office Administrator
[BIO PLACEHOLDER] Name, background in client relations and environmental services, and role within ESG to be added here.
[credentials]
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Kristin Wampler
Accounting
[BIO PLACEHOLDER] Name, field experience, equipment proficiencies, and certifications to be added here.
[credentials]
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Jinny Whittaker
Advisor
[BIO PLACEHOLDER] Advisory role and background at ESG to be added here.
[credentials]
Credentials

Certifications held by our team

These credentials require passing rigorous exams, demonstrating documented field experience, and completing ongoing continuing education. They are not honorary titles.

CIEC

Council-Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant

American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC)

The CIEC is one of the most respected credentials in the IAQ industry. It requires demonstrated field experience, a rigorous written examination, and ongoing continuing education to maintain.

CMR

Council-Certified Microbial Remediator

American Council for Accredited Certification (ACAC)

The CMR credential demonstrates advanced knowledge of microbial contamination assessment, remediation protocols, and post-clearance verification standards.

CIH

Certified Industrial Hygienist

American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH)

The CIH is the gold standard for occupational and environmental health professionals. It requires a degree in a qualifying field, documented experience, and a comprehensive examination.

Lead Inspector NC

Licensed Lead Inspector, State of North Carolina

NC DHHS / Division of Public Health

State licensure for lead inspection in North Carolina. Required for legally defensible lead testing in pre-1978 residential and child-occupied facilities.

EPA Lead Firm

EPA Lead-Safe Certified Firm

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

ESG is certified by the EPA under the Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule, demonstrating compliance with federal lead-safe work practices and reporting requirements.

IICRC

IICRC Certified

Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification

IICRC certification confirms that our team's work aligns with the globally recognized S520 Standard for Professional Mold Remediation and related inspection protocols.

We're here to help

Have questions? Talk to our team.

Not sure what kind of testing you need? Give us a call and we're happy to walk you through your options with no obligation.

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