Katy joined MLTC in June 2026 from the Groton Conservation Trust, where she was Director of Programs and Operations since 2019. Katy has deep roots in conservation, with a career that began as a naturalist and has included roles in advocacy, research, and consulting. She has extensive experience in nonprofit management and strategic planning, complementing her strong ties to Massachusetts and understanding of its diverse communities.
Katy studied natural resource conservation and wildlife biology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and environmental policy at Tufts University. Katy sits on the Sudbury Valley Trustees’ Land Protection Committee and volunteers on several nonprofit boards. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, exploring nature, and traveling with her family.