Staff

Nancy is an executive manager with over twenty-five years of environmental management and research experience, using the tools of science and policy to catalyze change towards a more sustainable future. Read more.

A Verde Valley local, with a degree in Spanish and Journalism from Northern Arizona University, Isaac is an avid lover of the outdoors. (928)821-2002. Read more

Over the last decade, Emily has been involved in various conservation GIS projects across the western US. Read more.

(928) 274-2532

Matt came to Friends from the private sector, where he supported administrative operations in a variety of capacities. Read more.

(928) 641-6013

Laura Jones joined us with 20+ years of experience in the fields of non-profit, human resources and volunteer management. Read more.

(928) 451-6860

Tracy brings a wealth of experience and knowledge from her years with Wyoming Game and Fish and Arizona Game and Fish. She holds an M.S. in Natural Resources, with a Fisheries emphasis and a B.S. with a double major in Biology. (307)-690-8084  read more.

Elaine is the Habitat Restoration Program Coordinator. She coordinates VWRC restoration projects; working with public and private landowners, crews, and volunteers.
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Nancy is an executive manager with over twenty-five years of environmental management and research experience, using the tools of science and policy to catalyze change towards a more sustainable future. Prior to joining Friends of the Verde River, Nancy was the Executive Director of the Council for Watershed Health in Los Angeles. Read more.

Max grew up loving the Verde River. He and his wife have two young sons, Jack and Henry, who spend every waking moment outside exploring with their Mom and Dad. Max is an avid fly fisher and hiker. (602) 620-1117. Read more