diciembre 20, 2022
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En Staff Spotlight de este mes, nos complace darle la bienvenida a Pamela Swan como nuestra Coordinadora de Subvenciones, una nueva función que supervisa nuestro Programa de Subvenciones Compartidas y coordina nuestros esfuerzos de búsqueda de subvenciones. Pamela tiene una Licenciatura en Conservación y Estudios de Recursos de UC Berkeley, así como una Maestría en Desarrollo Comunitario de UC Davis y una Maestría en Planificación Urbana y Regional de UC Berkeley. Durante los últimos siete años, fue Directora de Asociaciones de Financiamiento en Caridades Católicas de la Diócesis de Santa Rosa, donde fue responsable de planificar, coordinar y asegurar el presupuesto anual de ingresos por subvenciones de $20 millones de la agencia. Pamela también trabajó para el Departamento de Salud del condado y fue directora ejecutiva de la Fundación Educativa de Healdsburg. ¡También fue la primera Directora Ejecutiva de LandPaths! Continúe leyendo para escuchar más de Pamela sobre sus pensamientos sobre la conservación de la tierra y un dulce recuerdo del verano.
Pamela y su familia en Bodega Bay.
What’s your favorite Sonoma County place to get outside and why?
My favorite place to get outside is Healdsburg Ridge. I love that I’m able to walk from my home in the middle of town to this local gem with abundant native vegetation, scenic vistas, and fond memories of my kids’ outings with LandPaths. I recall how so many partners came together to make this local gem a reality – Ag + Open Space, the City of Healdsburg, Sonoma County Regional Parks, and residents. Knowing that our community values and takes action to conserve natural spaces makes my experience at Healdsburg Ridge extra special.
What’s one fact, statistic, or interesting tidbit about land conservation that you enjoy sharing with others?
I feel like I must remind myself and others that Mother Nature bats last. Being aware that we are stewards, but not ultimately in control of the endgame, helps center our role on the planet, and serves as a helpful guidepost.
What’s your proudest moment working in land conservation and why?
My proudest moment working in land conservation was as the first Executive Director of LandPaths, when we finally incorporated as an official non-profit. The evolution of this community based organization involved numerous, diverse partners with often differing views about the mission and approach. Through a year-long strategic plan, we were able to agree and codify the central principles and organizational structure. I am so impressed by where they have gone since then, and am grateful for the opportunity to support in the initial stages.
What compelled you to pick a career in land conservation?
Growing up in Napa County and seeing transitions in its agriculture, I saw first-hand the connection ag operations have to water, soil, and many other natural systems. Seeing those shifts over time, along with encroaching development on natural and working lands, my family got involved in the formation and eventual operation of the Napa Land Trust. Thus, I learned at a young age the importance of personal agency in moving our communities towards urban-centered development, preservation and support of diversity in agriculture, and conservation of vital natural lands.
What’s your favorite ice cream flavor and why?
My favorite ice cream flavor is homemade peach ice cream, as it evokes memories of my Grandpa picking the ripest peaches and involving the grandkids in the ice cream making process. At the tail end of summer on a sweltering day, the taste of peach ice cream was heavenly.