Meet the authors who contribute to IGBC Research. Each brings a distinct background, area of expertise, and perspective to their work. Explore their bios to learn more about their professional experience and research interests. Get to know the people behind the ideas and insights shared across our site.
Each author shares the IGBC Research team’s commitment to providing helpful, educational, and practical information that empowers the public to be bear-wise and coexist safely and responsibly with bears and other wildlife.
Alex Roberts
Freelance writer, blogger
Alex is a freelance writer, blogger, and industry influencer specializing in waste management, wildlife behavior, and bear‑safety education. After years of working alongside waste‑industry professionals and wildlife researchers, he now uses his expertise to help communities understand how proper waste containment directly reduces human‑bear conflicts.
Today, he focuses on creating accessible guides, school‑friendly educational content, and community‑level resources that teach people how to coexist safely with wildlife. From evaluating bear‑resistant containers to breaking down real‑world case studies, Alex’s mission is simple: empower others to protect both their neighborhoods and the animals that share them.
Alex Roberts Freelance writer • Wildlife safety advocate • Waste‑management influencer Helping people, schools, and communities live in harmony with bears through smarter waste practices and bear‑resistant container use.
Kelly Titchner
Bear Behavior Specialist & Wildlife Safety Educator
Kelly Titchner is a bear behavior specialist and wildlife safety educator with over two decades of experience studying bear ecology and human–bear interactions. A Scottish‑Canadian professional, she combines scientific insight with community‑level strategy to help towns and parks reduce wildlife conflicts.
As a consultant, Kelly advises municipalities and conservation organizations on human–bear conflict mitigation, wildlife‑resistant waste containment, and coexistence planning. Her evidence‑based approach bridges research and real‑world application, empowering communities to live safely alongside bears.
Through her articles and blogs, Kelly shares practical guidance on bear safety education, attractant management, and seasonal bear behavior. Her writing inspires awareness and respect for wildlife, fostering harmony between people and nature.
Kelly Titchner — Bear behavior specialist & wildlife safety educator. Helping communities coexist safely with bears through education, strategy & awareness. #BearSafety #WildlifeWise #Coexistence
Dave Neufeld
Industrial engineer
Dave Neufeld is an experienced industrial engineer with a long career in the waste‑management industry. Throughout his work, Dave applied practical engineering skills to help parks and communities design stronger, more reliable bear‑resistant waste containers that prevent wildlife from accessing trash.
Rather than working as a lone designer, Dave has always valued teamwork — collaborating with park staff, municipal leaders, and industry partners to improve waste‑containment systems so they better serve communities facing wildlife challenges. His engineering contributions helped shape safer, more durable infrastructure that reduces attractants and supports coexistence.
Today, Dave uses his industry knowledge to educate people, schools, and communities about bear and wildlife safety. He teaches how proper waste management — especially the use of bear‑resistant containers — plays a critical role in living responsibly and harmoniously with bears. His outreach blends practical engineering insight with accessible, community‑focused education.
Dave Neufeld — Industrial engineer with waste‑management expertise. Now teaching communities, schools & parks how bear‑resistant containers support safe, wildlife‑friendly living. #BearSmart #WildlifeSafety #WasteManagement
Sylvester Dolson
Bear Safety Educator
Slyvester is a dedicated bear safety educator and outdoor professional who has spent over a decade studying bear behavior, campsite safety, and wildlife‑resistant waste systems. His mission is to make bear‑wise living accessible to everyone — from backcountry explorers to suburban homeowners.
After years of fieldwork and collaboration with conservation agencies, he turned his expertise into a digital platform where he can share bear‑proof product recommendations, educational guides, and firsthand insights from the field. His writing blends scientific accuracy with approachable storytelling, helping readers understand not just what to do, but why it matters.
Through his blog, social channels, and partnerships with outdoor brands, he continues to advocate for responsible coexistence between humans and wildlife. My goal: reduce attractants, prevent encounters, and protect both people and bears.
Sylvester Dolson — Bear safety educator & outdoor influencer. Sharing real‑world bear‑wise tips, gear reviews, and coexistence strategies. Empowering hikers, campers & homeowners to stay safe in bear country. #BearSafety #WildlifeWise #OutdoorEducation