As the WMRC&D Executive Director, Josh works with federal, state, and local agencies, businesses, and local non-profit organizations to implement conservation-focused projects and grants in Western Maryland and across the state. After earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science-International Relations from Virginia Commonwealth University, Josh spent a year teaching in Erbil, Iraq, before going on to manage Department of State-sponsored programs for several years in Kansas City, MO and Washington, D.C. In May of 2018, Josh and his wife, Ellie, relocated to Berkeley County, WV, where they enjoy spending as much time as possible hiking, camping, and exploring the nature of the region.
