The People Behind Our Mission

Our Staff & Board of Directors

North Branch Land Trust is guided and supported by a committed group of individuals who share a deep dedication to land conservation in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Our professional staff works daily to advance the Trust’s mission, while our Board of Directors provides strategic leadership, oversight, and community connection. Together, this team brings diverse experience and a shared passion for preserving the natural beauty and resources of our region for generations to come.

North Branch Land Trust Staff

Ellen Ferretti

Executive Director

Emma Thompson

Senior Director of Conservation & Operations

Brittany Lynn

Marketing Manager

Leah Malarkey

Environmental Education Coordinator

Joe Butkiewicz

Director of Community Engagement

North Branch Land Trust Board of Directors

Stephen Maakestad

Chair

Fred Valentine

Vice Chair

Ryan Flood

Treasurer

Kay Strickland

Secretary

Sarah Block

Kelly A. Bray Snyder, Esq.

Barry H. Dyller, Esq.

Paul Grella

Chris Grover

Mary Kolessar

John W Lloyd

Susan Magnotta

Robert Neher

Cathy O'Donnell

Guy F. Rothery

Vincent A. Scaretta

Brian P. Stahl, Esq.

Jon Sordoni