Natalie Cornielle
Natalie Cornielle is an accomplished Project Coordinator and Media Manager at East Coast Environmental Restoration Inc., where she combines technical expertise with strategic communication. As a Licensed Public Adjuster and Certified Water Damage Technician, Natalie manages restoration projects from start to finish, coordinating teams, overseeing compliance, and ensuring that each client’s property is restored safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Her hands-on experience spans fire, water, mold, asbestos, and lead-related restoration projects, making her a trusted professional in a highly technical field.
In addition to her fieldwork, Natalie leads the company’s media and brand strategy, using content to educate clients, showcase project successes, and foster trust through transparency. With certifications including OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER and Flagger, she bridges the gap between on-site operations and client communication, bringing clarity and professionalism to every project she oversees. Her career journey also includes experience in network marketing and digital sales, demonstrating her versatility and entrepreneurial spirit.
Outside of work, Natalie is passionate about women’s empowerment and community service. She organizes and participates in events that uplift and inspire women and has contributed to initiatives such as Holiday Hope, supporting domestic violence survivors with necessities and gift cards. A golfer and social advocate, Natalie believes in taking action, embracing challenges, and continuously reinventing oneself to achieve personal and professional fulfillment.
• Licensed Public Adjuster (New York)
• Certified Water Damage Restoration Technician
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certified
• Flagger Certified
• LaGuardia Community College - AAS
What do you attribute your success to?
When I reflect on my success, I realize it stems from both my personal experiences and my family. While many might say that my children are my primary motivation—and they certainly are—they are not the only driving force. My determination also comes from my own childhood challenges. I was on my own at 15 and experienced homelessness, which forced me to navigate life independently and find my own path.
Those early experiences taught me resilience and shaped my commitment to creating a different story for myself and my children. I made a conscious choice to break the cycle and ensure that the hardships I faced would not define their lives—or mine.
Ultimately, my drive is rooted in both my past and my present: the lessons I learned growing up and the desire to provide a better life for my kids. That combination has fueled my determination and guided me toward the success I’ve achieved today.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is that it’s never too late to start. Success can come at any stage of life—many people achieve it in their 40s or even later. I’m 43 myself, and I’ve found that it’s never too late to pursue your goals and create the life you want.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
The advice I would give to young women entering this industry is to follow your passion and not be afraid to take risks in pursuit of your happiness. It’s never too late to start something new or to reinvent yourself. My own experience shows that success can come later in life, and sometimes stepping away from a secure job is necessary to create the life and career you truly want.
Locations
East Coast Environmental Restoration Inc. & KNS Realty Contractors
Almherst, NY 11373