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Faces of Conservation
Experts in Action
No matter what the conservation challenge, people form the core of the solution. Meet some of the experts who help us protect nature and preserve life.
To arrange an interview with any of our staff experts profiled below, email or call our media relations contact:
Lindsay Renick Mayer
(301) 897-8570 x224
lrenickmayer@tnc.org
Our Conservation Experts
Michael Lipford, State Director for Virginia
"The work makes it possible to leave a lasting legacy for the next generation." Read Michael's bio
Bill Kittrell, Director of Conservation Programs
"I get to go to work every day knowing that my contribution will save something for the next generation.” Read Bill's bio
Brian Van Eerden, Southern Rivers Program Director
“The Conservancy operates on a large scale. It’s not only about dreaming big but also about making sure those dreams are relevant now and into the future." Read Brian's bio
Stephen Parker, Virginia Coast Reserve Director
“We have really given nature a boost here. It’s a rare place where islands are permitted to move and transgress naturally as they have for millions of years. This is the reason why the landscape was refreshed rather than destroyed by an event like Superstorm Sandy." Read Stephen's bio
Sam Truslow, Land Steward
“I like taking the big picture conservation strategies developed by the Conservancy’s leadership and translating them into on-the-ground projects. It’s particularly rewarding for me to do this in Virginia. I have a deep connection with the state’s natural landscape and enjoy the hands-on, action-oriented work of land management." Read Sam's bio
Barry Truitt, Chief Conservation Scientist
“Like the wildlife and habitats I work to protect, I am native to the Chesapeake Bay watershed. That makes the rewards of restoring and maintaining this landscape even that much sweeter." Read Barry's bio
Sam Lindblom, Fire Manager
“I feel like I make a direct contribution to restoring wild places that were here before us; my team and I at The Nature Conservancy are making direct and positive changes that save species and landscapes.” Read Sam's bio
Judy Dunscomb, Senior Conservation Scientist
"In my job, I ask myself what is it that we can do to make the ideal future a reality; what are the obstacles to making this world a place where we want to be? There are real opportunities through our work with The Nature Conservancy to make positive things happen." Read Judy's bio
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