(Washington, DC) – Beyond the Pond, the 501(c)(3) organization established to benefit the National Fish Habitat Partnership and associated Fish Habitat Partnerships, is pleased to announce the election of its new Board of Directors. The Directors were elected by the non-federal members of the National Fish Habitat Board during their meeting on June 10^th.

The newly elected members are as follows, and are noted if holding officer positions:

• Julie Carter, Arizona Game & Fish Dept./National Fish Habitat Board (Chair)
• Jesse Trushenski, Riverence/National Fish Habitat Board (Vice-Chair)
• Daniel Wagner, First Commonwealth Bank (Treasurer)
• Debbie Hart, Coordinator/SE AK Fish Habitat Partnership (Secretary)
• Carter Kruse, Turner Conservation Trust/National Fish Habitat Board
• Jake Slager, The Coca-Cola Company/National Fish Habitat Board

The Beyond the Pond Board Members held their first meeting in July, where officers were elected for the organization as noted above. Speaking on behalf of the newly elected Board of Directors, we are honored to serve on the Beyond the Pond Board and grateful for the trust and confidence placed in us by the National Fish Habitat Partnership Board (NFHP) and Fish Habitat Partnerships. We look forward to working together to advance the NFHP mission and to chart a path of continued growth, innovation, and lasting impact for our nation’s fisheries. 

In addition to welcoming new members, Beyond the Pond also recognized the service of outgoing board members, including Chair Kelly Hepler, whose contributions have been instrumental in advancing the organization’s efforts.

The Board of Directors of Beyond the Pond provides strategic oversight, promotes relationship building, and offers support to ensure the organization continues making a meaningful impact in raising funds for the National Fish Habitat Partnership. 

For more information about Beyond the Pond and its work, please visit https://beyondthepondusa.com.