Staff
David Clutter
Executive Director
(608) 409-3120
David.Clutter@WisConservation.org
With staff, board and NRF members, David Clutter (he/him) helps build an inspiring vision to create a vibrant, durable and highly effective Foundation that provides critically needed funding to support Wisconsin's lands, waters, and wildlife. David is responsible for overseeing the administration, strategic direction, and impact of the Foundation.
Michaela Daly
Executive Assistant
(608) 409-3107
Michaela.Daly@WisConservation.org
Michaela Daly (she/her) provides administrative support to the Executive Director, Director of Philanthropy, and Board of Directors. She arranges meetings and events, organizes board communications, and assists with office management.
Shari Henning
Director of Operations
(608) 409-3114
Sharil.Henning@WisConservation.org
Shari Henning (she/her) works to ensure NRF’s operational processes are running smoothly. Her main duties include human resources and benefits management, IT administration, endowment administration, assisting with implementing strategies to improve productivity, and building an enjoyable organizational culture.
Brenna Holzhauer
Grant Writer
(608) 409-3146
Brenna.Holzhauer@WisConservation.org
Brenna Holzhauer (she/her) facilitates fundraising with institutional donors – identifying prospects, developing proposals, administering and reporting on grants, and helping to support NRF’s strategic work protecting Wisconsin’s natural resources and connecting all people to nature.
Alex Kaspar
Gifts and Grants Administrator
(608) 409-3108
Alex.Kaspar@WisConservation.org
Alex Kaspar (she/her) provides administrative support through the accurate and timely processing of all incoming and outgoing donations, endowments, and grants at the Foundation.
Kim Kreitinger
Field Trip Coordinator
(608) 409-3110
Kim.Kreitinger@WisConservation.org
Kim Kreitinger (she/her) supports the Foundation's Field Trip program, plans our domestic and international travel, and helps connect members with the Foundation.
JANE NICHOLSON
Annual Giving Manager
(608) 409-3106
Jane.Nicholson@WisConservation.org
Jane Nicholson (she/her) invites people to join the NRF community and engages with NRF’s members and donors to help conserve and connect people with Wisconsin's natural wonders.
Emma Schatz
Digital Communications Coordinator
(608) 409-3105
Emma.Schatz@WisConservation.org
Emma Schatz (she/her) focuses on our social media, blogs, and other forms of digital storytelling to increase engagement between the Foundation and its supporters.
BEN STRAND, CFRE
Director of Philanthropy
(608) 409-3133
Ben.Strand@WisConservation.org
Ben Strand, CFRE (he/him) works with members and donors to connect their philanthropic goals with the mission and values of the Natural Resources Foundation.
Christine Tanzer
Field Trip Program Director
(608) 409-3123
Christine.Tanzer@WisConservation.org
Christine Tanzer (she/her) has been at the helm of NRF's Field Trip program since 1997. She has coordinated over 3,000 trips, helping tens of thousands of people explore Wisconsin's most special places.
Lindsey Taylor
Conservation Coordinator
(608) 409-3145
Lindsey.Taylor@WisConservation.org
Lindsey Taylor (she/her) supports the Foundation’s conservation programs, including coordinating our grant programs, initiatives, and partnerships that benefit Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife.
Shelly Torkelson
Director of Communications
(608) 409-3113
Shelly.Torkelson@WisConservation.org
Shelly Torkelson (she/her) oversees the Foundation's strategic communications, public relations, and marketing. She tells our stories of positive impact on the land, broadens awareness of our programs, and creates connections with key audiences.
Caitlin Williamson
Director of Conservation
(608) 409-3109
Caitlin.Williamson@WisConservation.org
Cait Williamson (she/her) oversees the Natural Resources Foundation’s grant programs and initiatives for conservation and environmental education, working closely with partners across the state to ensure that our Foundation has the most significant impact possible on Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife through strategic, science-based investments.
Banner photo by Nate Fayram