Biographical Sketch of Deputy Commissioner Meghan Mayfield, Virginia Marine Resources Commission

Meghan brings more than 20 years of experience developing and implementing environmental, financial, and sustainability programs across the Commonwealth of Virginia. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Urban and Environmental Planning from the University of Virginia and an MBA with a specialization in Project Management from Aspen University.

Prior to joining MRC, Meghan served as the Director of Clean Water Finance and Training Services and as the Director of Water Permitting at the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality. Before her tenure at DEQ, she oversaw the Infrastructure and Environmental Management Unit at the Virginia Department of Corrections, where she also served as Energy Manager. Earlier in her career, she worked in both large and small environmental engineering, energy, technology, and consulting firms, providing leadership in alternative fuels such as ethanol and solar, as well as in drone-based inspection and delivery services.

Meghan has been recognized with multiple Virginia Environmental Excellence Awards for her innovative and cost-effective sustainability initiatives and received the Governor’s Honor Award in 2019 for her leadership in diversifying Virginia’s energy sources.

She is committed to advancing a sustainable future for the Commonwealth by championing practical, common-sense strategies that support environmental protection while fostering economic growth and responsible business development.