Tyler helps the Center and its partners apply scientific tools to landscape-level conservation, with a focus on preserving landscape connectivity for wildlife populations and mitigating impacts of climate change. Tyler has broad experience in landscape ecology, conservation biology, genetics, and systematic conservation planning. He has conducted ecological research in many parts of the western U.S.,
At the Center, Annika provides science leadership and advises on connectivity projects and programs across the organization. She works with the management team to guide the Center’s science strategy. Annika has a broad background in ecology and conservation biology and has focused on ecological connectivity in her studies and work. She has contributed papers on
Christine brings to the Center a passion for wildlife and environmental conservation, along with an extensive background in nonprofit communications. She specializes in strategic communications, digital marketing, writing, and editing. Prior to joining the Center, her work for nearly two decades focused on communications for official partner organizations of Yellowstone National Park: the Yellowstone Park
Rob leads the Center’s efforts in advancing wildlife corridors and ecological connectivity, drawing on over 30 years of experience in ecology, natural resource management, and environmental advocacy. He seeks to develop wildlife-friendly national, regional, and state-based policies, and test their effectiveness at the landscape level. Rob is a founding board member of the Yellowstone to
The North American Congress for Conservation Biology (NACCB) has released its official policy declaration titled Advance Ecological Connectivity Implementation in the Rocky Mountains and North America. CLLC is proud to have supported the drafting of this innovative call to action and now looks forward to promoting its implementation.
Biosphere regions are special places recognized internationally for their unique beauty, cultures, and economic value to society. They also contain landscapes and seascapes important to the well-being of humans and wildlife alike. Recently, these regions gained a new champion in their stewardship: the Center for Large Landscape Conservation announced today that they will support the United States Biosphere Network (USBN), a voluntary network representing the 28 biosphere regions located in the U.S., as a fiscally sponsored project.
Kendra joined the Center in 2017 and has provided administrative, communication, and program support to the Center’s many networks. In her current role as the Visual Communications Coordinator, Kendra works as part of the Communications & Development team and with program staff to create report and media layout, design, and style framework. Kendra creates custom
Senior Spatial Planning Advisor Biodiversity Decisions IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas IUCN Commission on Ecosystem Management Durrel Institute for Conservation and Ecology (DICE), University of Kent Galicia, Spain
As a Project Specialist, Melissa brings together her wildlife biology and project management background to provide research expertise and leadership for projects within the International Connectivity Program. She serves as the coordinator for the IUCN Asian Elephant Transport Working Group and is excited to keep exploring the field of linear infrastructure ecology. Prior to joining
As Individual Giving Director, Michael brings a passion for landscape conservation and more than a decade of philanthropic leadership experience to CLLC’s team. In his role with the Center, Michael focuses on connecting generous supporters at all levels with CLLC’s inspiring vision and mission through strategic management of our annual giving and major gift programs.