Refugium is led by Dr. Kellum Tate-Jones, PhD (she/they). With a doctorate in Earth Sciences, Kellum possesses a strong working knowledge of the geosciences as well as personal insight into the culture of natural science workplaces, including government agencies, industry, the academy, and museums. Additionally, Kellum has over eight years of experience advancing fairness, well-being, and belonging within these spaces. They hold a certificate in community storytelling facilitation and have extensive training in bystander intervention, cultivating inclusive communities, and equitable strategic planning. 

Outside of her professional work, Kellum loves birding, writing, rockhounding, mushroom foraging, gardening, reading speculative fiction, cross-country skiing, and dabbling in a wide range of visual and fiber arts.

To contact Kellum, reach out at kellum@refugiumconsulting.com.