Staff
Soumika Gaddameedi
Event & Donor Relations Coordinator
(608) 409-3144
Soumi.Gaddameedi@WisConservation.org
Shari Henning
Operations Manager
(608) 409-3114
Sharil.Henning@WisConservation.org
Shari 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.
Alex Kaspar
Administrative Assistant
(608) 409-3108
Alex.Kaspar@WisConservation.org
Alex provides administrative support for the Foundation’s staff, Executive Director, and Board of Directors.
John Kraniak
Membership Director and Data Analyst
(608) 409-3106
John.Kraniak@WisConservation.org
John Kraniak has served as membership director of the Foundation since 2006. He maintains the Foundation’s database, develops financial reports and projections, creates MS Access programs and handles membership renewals.
Kim Kreitinger
Field Trip Coordinator
(608) 409-3110
Kim.Kreitinger@WisConservation.org
Kim supports the Foundation's Field Trip program, plans our domestic and international travel, and helps connect members with the Foundation.
Emma Schatz
Digital Communications Coordinator
(608) 409-3105
Emma.Schatz@WisConservation.org
Emma focuses on our social media, blogs, and other forms of storytelling to increase engagement between the Foundation and its supporters.
Christine Tanzer
Field Trip Program Director
(608) 409-3123
Christine.Tanzer@WisConservation.org
Christine 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 Programs Coordinator
(608) 409-3145
Lindsey.Taylor@WisConservation.org
Lindsey supports the Foundation’s conservation programs, including administering our grant programs, and coordinating our initiatives and partnerships that benefit Wisconsin’s lands, waters, and wildlife.
Shelly Torkelson
Director of Communications
(608) 409-3113
Shelly.Torkelson@WisConservation.org
Shelly oversees the Foundation's strategic communications and marketing. She tells our stories of positive impact on the land, broadens awareness of our programs, and creates connections with key audiences.
Marta Weldon
Director of Philanthropy
(608) 409-3112
Marta.Weldon@WisConservation.org
Marta connects people with meaningful opportunities to help conserve, protect, and share the beauty of Wisconsin's natural resources.
Caitlin Williamson
Director of Conservation Programs
(608) 409-3109
Caitlin.Williamson@WisConservation.org
Cait 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.