Grand River Partners Inc.

                                                                           preserving the  grand - leaving a legacy

Board and Staff...

Employees                            

Chad Knisely, Acting Director-

Chad attended Bowling Green State University and earned a Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science.  He also attended the Franz Theodore Stone Laboratory, the field station of The Ohio State University, specializing in Aquatic Biology.  Prior to working with Grand River Partners, Inc., Chad worked for an environmental consulting firm where he had the opportunity to receive extensive wetland training.  Chad has always had a particular fondness for the Grand River and is delighted to be a part of Grand River Partners, Inc.

Vicki Domonkos, Development Director

Vicki attended The Ohio State University, and graduated with a degree in Environmental Science.  Before joining the staff at Grand River Partners, Inc., she worked at the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District.  Vicki has developed an endorsed Watershed Action Plan for the Lower Grand River Watershed, which will assist in preserving the beauty and natural resources of the Grand River.  Vicki loves being out in the woods, enjoys kayaking, and is continuously amazed by the beauty of the Grand.

Brett Rodstrom, Land Protection Coordinator

Brett attended Allegheny College, and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science with a minor in Environmental Policy. Before joining the staff at Grand River Partners, Inc. he worked at the Lake SWCD as an Urban Stormwater Specialist.  Brett was hired to work on Wetland Reserve Program and Wetland Reserve Enhancement Program projects, as well as  land protection strategies for landowners in the Grand River Watershed.

Lisa Pasquale, Media & Outreach Coordinator

Lisa graduated from Cleveland State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications. Prior to joining the Grand River Partners team, she operated a sole proprietorship - a full service advertising company which assisted in the marketing and production of national events. With a deep respect for the wildlife and natural beauty of Ohio, Lisa believes very strongly in our mission and is a vital link with our community.

George Warnock, Upper Grand River Watershed Coordinator

In May 2007, after a personal decision to follow his heart and a life-long passion for environmental issues, George graduated from Lake Erie College with a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science with a concentration in Chemistry.  During the fall of 2006, George worked as an intern for Grand River Partners, Inc. while earning his degree at Lake Erie College.  George was hired as the Upper Grand River Watershed Coordinator to develop and implement a watershed action plan to restore and maintain the chemical, physical and biological integrity of water resources within the Upper Grand River Watershed.  His position is made possible by Ohio's Watershed Coordinator Grants Program.

Board of Trustees                              

v James P. Storer, Chairman

v Paul Belanger, Ph.D.,  President

v  Thomas Fellenstein, Vice President 

v Kristi Schmitt Burr, Trustee

v Tracy Engle, Trustee

v John Janoch, Trustee

v John Petkovsek, Treasurer 

v Marta K. Stone, Trustee

v Thomas Swank, Trustee 

v Thomas A. Quintrell, Secretary 

Honorary Trustees                           

v Arthur S. Holden Jr.

v H.William Strong, Jr.