Board

Shanon Tysland is a physical therapist as well as a fitness and personal development consultant.  He is the founder and owner of Experience Momentum, a wellness company that offers physical therapy, massage therapy, personal training, and nutrition programs.  Experience Momentum participates in 1% for the Planet.  Shanon is active with 1% for the Planet nationally and has served on school and rotary boards.

Quena Batres is Community Engagement Manager at The Nature Conservancy. Quena is an EarthCorps alumna having served as a Corps member in 2016 and a Volunteer Specialist in 2017. Since serving at EarthCorps she has continued working for a variety of environmental nonprofits such as the Student Conservation Association and Washington Environmental Council. Quena received her BA from the University of Kansas in International Studies.

She is an avid hiker and rock climber, and also enjoys spending time in parks close to home.

Nathan Barnes is an Underwriting Counsel at First American Title Insurance Company, before which he spent 10 years practicing and dealing in real estate and corporate law.  A graduate of the University of Washington’s undergraduate program and school of law, Nathan is a Pacific Northwest Native and is the author of several hiking guidebooks focused on exploring the wilds of Washington State.

Adam Nebenzahl is a Management Analyst with the City of Bainbridge Island. He has a Master’s of Public Administration from the University of Washington and a Bachelor’s of Science in Environmental Policy and Education from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Adam has a background in environmental conservation from his work in Senegal in the Peace Corps, Crew member for Excelsior Conservation Corps, and as an EarthCorps Alumni when he was a Volunteer Specialist in 2019. Adam is excited to continue to support the work of environmental conservation and expand his knowledge and support in environmental justice. In his free time, you can find him outdoors hiking, camping, and exploring new restaurants.

Ángela Poulos serves as the Civil Rights Coordinator at the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife. She believes that successful conservation and sustainability efforts require providing opportunities for everyone to learn, engage in activities, and enjoy green spaces and recreational opportunities. Additionally, Ángela is passionate about the power of nature to enhance both mental and physical well-being. 
 
Ángela is an avid swimmer, runner, and triathlete who enjoys long-distance races. Ángela values the power of community, communication, and curiosity. She loves traveling, cooking, and spending time with her husband, Chris, and their German Shepherd dog, Katahdin, also known as Lady Tah-Tah. 

Ayesha was born in Washington and was first exposed to the region’s natural beauty through family trips camping and hiking in the Puget Sound area. She has a passion for nature and the outdoors and preserving natural spaces for community enjoyment. After becoming a mother, Ayesha moved to Seattle to plant roots in the Pacific Northwest and raise a family in a part of the country where outdoor activities are abundant, and breathtaking nature is at her doorstep.

Ayesha is a Vice-President at Brightwheel where she focuses on delivering high-quality curriculum to preschools and child care centers across the country.  She has over 20 years of experience in high-growth companies, including 15 years at Amazon where she led multiple retail businesses. She enjoys working in high-performing teams, building beloved brands and growing talent. Outside of work, Ayesha enjoys boating, hiking and skiing and exploring the Pacific Northwest’s mountains and waterways.

Betsey provides nonprofit counsel to a wide variety of organizations helping them advance their philanthropic strategies. A respected leader in Seattle’s nonprofit sector, she has served on the staff at Seattle Parks Foundation, Women’s Funding Alliance, the Seattle Symphony, and the Seattle Repertory Theater. Betsey currently volunteers at the University District Food Bank, serves on the Parent Council of Macalester College, and is an advisory board member of the Fundraising and Nonprofit Management Certificate programs at the University of Washington.

Danny Rees is a Senior Advisor for Partnerships & Philanthropy at Save the Children. Danny’s previous roles include Northwest Director of Philanthropy at Trust for Public Land and Director of Development at the Coalition for the International Criminal Court. Danny hails from England and has a BA in Philosophy and an MSc in International Relations from Bristol University. He enjoys running, hiking and backpacking and all things food related. 

Emily Tomita (she/her) currently serves as the Executive Director at City Fruit. She previously served as the Grants Manager for Arms Around You and as the Youth Programs Manager at Refugee Women’s Alliance. In addition to serving on the board of EarthCorps, Emily is a member of the board of directors of the Southeast Seattle Education Coalition (SESEC). She also loves to bake cakes, be outside, and spend time with her dog Velcro.

Evlyn brings not only a passion for the environment and youth development but also extensive experience in management, finance, fundraising, organizing, and advocacy across the academic, government, and nonprofit sectors. Evlyn served as EarthCorps’ Executive Director for three years and before that served as a Policy Advisor on Land Use, Environment, and Environmental Justice to San Diego County Board Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer.  Evlyn’s experience also includes serving as the Development Director at Climate Action Campaign, and Manager for both the Office of Diversity and the Center for Public Health Practice at the UC Berkeley School of Public Health. She has also served in numerous volunteer positions supporting low-income families on topics ranging from college admissions to substance abuse and addiction. Evlyn has been a passionate proponent of social, economic, and environmental justice and has served on various executive boards for Democratic clubs throughout the San Diego region, as well as the Sierra Club. She also has experience working on local, regional, and national political campaigns.

Jasmine Williams is the Community Partner Program Coordinator, managing the Connections program at the Seattle Aquarium where she was once a teen volunteer. Born and raised in Seattle, WA she received her bachelor’s from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, CA. Jasmine is passionate about building authentic mutually beneficial relationships with the community using an equity lens and creating inclusive environments for all to thrive. Jasmine is thrilled to join Earthcorps and most enjoys connecting conservation and overburdened communities most impacted by environmental degradation through meaningful conservation engagement opportunities.

Joanna Pickup has spent most of the past two decades in a variety of communications roles at The Boeing Company, and currently leads its Executive, Employee and Functional Communications for its Commercial Airplanes division. Prior to Boeing, Joanna worked for a Seattle-based consulting firm focused on sustainable development, leading its communications and supporting client activities. 

She has Master of Business Administration from Seattle University, bachelor degrees in Business Administration and Communications from the University of Washington, as well as holds Masters Certificates in Sustainable Business, Project Management and Women in Leadership. 

Outside of work, Joanna enjoys exploring the beautiful Pacific Northwest. 

Malia is currently a Leadership Development Manager at Amazon. Malia has a background in managing and delivering learning experiences for adults in corporate and university settings. Malia holds a Master of Public Administration from the University of Washington and a bachelor’s degree from Pomona College. Originally from Hawaii, Malia has called Seattle home for nearly 20 years. In her free time Malia loves reading, gardening, and hiking in the beautiful PNW with her family.

Paul J. Wright is Director of Workplace Safety for Boeing in Renton, Washington, and South Carolina. He has been with Boeing for over 25 years, holding senior leadership roles in Flight Sciences, Product Development Environmental Performance, and System Safety and Regulatory Affairs. Paul earned a BSME in Control Systems from Santa Clara University.

Shava is the Director of Fiscal Services at Seattle Parks Foundation, where she partners with community groups to champion thriving and equitable open spaces. She has over 25 years of experience in finance with small businesses and nonprofits as well as relationship building and collaboration with community and strategic partners. Shava formerly served on the board of Historic South Downtown, a community preservation organization that serves Seattle’s historic communities of Pioneer Square and Chinatown International District. When not working or volunteering, Shava spends as much time as she can in nature; hiking, camping, or biking, and traveling with her family. Born and raised in the PNW, a Beacon Hill resident for the last 22 years, she is a graduate of the University of Washington, where she received her bachelor’s degree in art and metals design.

Shruti currently leads North America Safety and Quality programs team at Amazon. She has a background in manufacturing, technology and product development . Originally from India, Shruti has  had the joy of calling Seattle home for the past 10 years. She has a Masters in Food Science from Cornell University and is currently pursuing MBA at University of Michigan. She is an avid reader and had travelled to. 20 + countries. She is passionate about sustainability, restoration and women’s health advocacy.

Stephanie LaBoo works as a Principal Safety Engineer and Risk Manager for Amazon Fulfillment Technologies and Robotics. Her team is responsible for making sure safety is designed into the new automation developed by the organization. Her passion is to not only design safer systems but develop ways to make their designs sustainable. Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys running full and half marathons all over the world and enjoying the outdoors.