Staff Updates

A YEAR OF GROWTH

In 2022 alone, the Conservancy has welcomed dozens of new team members to the organization. These include positions in nearly every department, energizing the company with passionate, fresh perspectives.

The Airport in the Sky taxied in new managers for smooth landings at Airport in the Sky and ACE Clearwater Airfield. The Guest Services team grew by several new members, and we welcomed one new and one returning Ranger to further our work of welcoming guests to the wildlands and keeping them safe.

The Education team welcomed seasonal Summer Naturalists who shared information about both the Island and the Conservancy with visitors and residents during the bustling summer season. Our Facilities Department anticipates continued growth in the crew that maintains over 165 miles of roads and trails, as well as our key buildings.

Meanwhile, the burgeoning Conservation department welcomed new managers to aid in operations and geographic information system (GIS) work. The Conservancy filled out the executive team with Chief Financial Officer Jill Corral and anticipates hiring a Chief Development Officer before year end.

"I joined the organization because the power of the outdoors nurtures my soul," said Corral. "I believe in

preserving this wonder for the present and future

generations and that Catalina can be the place that

teaches us how to value and preserve our earth for many years to come."

The Conservancy also celebrates our those with significant tenures. Five staff members celebrated more than 25 years with the half-century young organization by August 2022 including Erica Cushing (28 years), Mark Saldana (31 years), Oden Vanderwiel (31 years) Jorge Hernandez (34 years) and Evan Sutherland (45 years).

We are endlessly grateful to our dedicated, passionate crew that enables us to continue stewarding this special Island.