The staff of Stewardship Partners is highly trained and experienced in the environmental field.

David Burger, Executive Director, is an expert on fisheries and watershed issues, has implemented complex restoration projects throughout the Puget Sound area, and is an experienced and effective manager, having run several non-profit organizations throughout his career.

David Hymel, Low Impact Development Manager, is Chair of the Citizens Advisory Committee, Nisqually River Council and Vice President of the Greater Eatonville Chamber of Commerce.

Stacey Gianas, Programs Assistant, AmeriCorps member with the Northwest Service Academy, is already well versed in environmental restoration work and project implementation through her experiences with non-profit, city, and academic conservation groups. She recently completed a contract to identify, map, and prioritize restoration needs on nature preserves across western Washington.

Kristin Kofmehl, Program Assistant, through Americorps, started here at Stewardship Partners in June 2009 as our Education and Outreach Intern. Currently she is helping to manage our CREP restoration project at Wallace Acres and really enjoys having the opportunity to work with our restoration crew and local land owners.

Stewardship Partners is governed by a board of directors, whose collective
experience in the fields of environmental conservation, business, government, and organizational management provides important oversight and guidance to effectively achieve our mission.