James Boyd

James Boyd brings more than 10 years of nonprofit leadership experience and a deep passion for outdoor recreation to his role as Executive Director of Tread Lightly!. His leadership centers on aligning every decision with the organization’s purpose of promoting responsible outdoor recreation. He is committed to investing in people by empowering Tread Lightly!’s staff […]

Grace Schuessler

Grace brings an incredibly diverse history in the great outdoors of Oregon to the TL! Team. As a former motorcycle nomad turned Emmy Award winning videographer, Grace has an intrinsic love of Oregon public lands and volunteered extensively with Public Land Stewards in Bend, OR. Grace is a diligent advocate in the fight to keep […]

Michelle Ramos

Michelle has nearly 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership. This includes directing multifaceted informal education programs and community engagement for large organizations such as the Phoenix Zoo, Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center, and the Arizona Humane Society. Michelle has spent much of her career building relationships in the community, creating programs that fit current needs […]

Kabe Wolf

As the Utah Program Manager, Kabe brings a passion for the outdoors and a lifetime knowledge of Utah’s outdoor recreation opportunities. Before joining the TL! Team, Kabe was a longtime Tread Lightly! volunteer. His career has spanned over a decade in the aviation industry, where he coordinated with multiple organizations and industries. Kabe grew up […]

Lowell Eckart

Lowell brings a wealth of automotive industry knowledge on both the client and agency side of the business.  Growing up in Akron, Ohio, Lowell started his career in the “Rubber Capital of the World” as a Performance Tire Development Manager for BFGoodrich Tires.  Throughout his 16-year career at Michelin, he has been a Brand Manager, […]

Kiersten Jordan

Kiersten works alongside all team members to ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly, promoting Tread Lighty!’s mission. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Communicative Disorders from Utah State University, as well as 8 years of customer service and office experience. She enjoys motorized recreation and spending summers camping with her family.

Brian Higgins

Using multi media and innovative techniques to tell Tread Lightly!’s story to a wide and varied audience. Creating community through creative communication. Originally from Northern Ireland, Brian brings his worldly experience from many industries and melds it with his passion for outdoor recreation and healthy lifestyles.

Jerrica Archibald

With a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications/Journalism, Jerrica focuses on creating new communication materials, strengthening communications to all stakeholders and disseminating information through traditional and new media strategies.

Evan Robins

Evan Robins works to expand in-the-field education by facilitating Tread Trainer courses, maintaining visibility for Tread Lightly! through outreach events, and supporting Tread Lightly!’s nationally recognized programs. With a degree in Public Relations and Advertising, Evan understands the effectiveness of using communication to reinforce high ethical standards for all outdoor enthusiasts. He is an avid […]