Andrew Niemela is an experienced Environmental Specialist currently working at Michael Foods since April 2020, where responsibilities include ensuring environmental compliance. Prior to this role, Andrew served as an Environmental Specialist at U.S. Compliance Corporation from January 2017 to April 2020, assisting industrial clients with compliance needs, researching regulations, and conducting environmental audits. Earlier experience includes an Environmental Intern position focused on hazardous materials reporting and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure plans. Andrew began their academic journey at the University of Minnesota, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Policy, and Management from 2013 to 2017, followed by a role as a Student Research Assistant.