Staff And Leadership

Marianne Wilburn (she/her/hers)
Interim Executive Director

Marianne joined FPC in 2020 and since then has been working with donors as the organization’s Director of Development. Marianne has spent the past 15 years working in development for non-profits in the Pacific Northwest. In her free time, Marianne enjoys running through the trails of Forest Park and Marquam Nature Park, and spending time with her family.

Email Marianne or call (503) 223-5449, Ext. 111

Zachary Peal (he/him/his)
Director of Stewardship & Community Engagement

Zac grew up in Texas but has lived throughout the U.S. working on various campaigns. He graduated from St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas with a degree in political science. He's helped campaigns with outreach, volunteer engagement, fundraising, and leadership development. He's an avid runner and is deeply committed to safeguarding our natural resources.

Email Zac or call him at 503-223-5449, ext 106

Chie Togo (she/her/hers)
Operations Manager

Chie brings more than 10 years of experience from non-profit organizations to FPC. Chie oversees FPC's office operations and provides administrative support. She also supports FPC's Stewardship Program.

When you don't see her in the office, you will find her running in Forest Park, hiking trails at Columbia Gorge, practicing yoga or working on her garden at home.  

Email Chie or call 503-223-5449, ext 101

Mikey Brooks (he/him/his)
Communications Manager

Mikey was born in Oregon and lived in the state his whole life. Mikey is currently acting as a communications manager for FPC, working to help manage the organization's outgoing communications. He got his bachelor's degree from the University of Oregon, majoring in environmental science. He highly values science communication and community engagement in his work as he aims to connect people to the importance of the organization's work.

In his free time, he likes to listen to podcasts, cook, and play Dungeons and Dragons.

Email Mikey

Josh Rentschler (he/him)                                                                                                                            Development Manager

Josh hails from the state of South Dakota (ooooh heyyy!), but made his way to Portland via our nation’s capital, D.C.. His nonprofit experience includes advocating for LGBTQ+ rights with the Human Rights Campaign, addressing food insecurity with Portland Fruit Tree Project, and three years supporting Willamette Week's year-end fundraising campaign, Give!Guide.

When he isn't raising funds to support Portland's urban oasis, he's most likely biking to the nearest breakfast burrito.

Email Josh

Tyler Ellis (he/him)                                                                                                                            Stewardship & Field Coordinator

A nature enthusiast and creative soul residing in Portland, Oregon, Tyler expresses his deep love for the outdoors with hobbies like hiking, rock climbing, and camping, while currently thriving as a Trails Technician with Forest Park Conservancy.

Beyond the trails, you'll find Tyler gaming, sewing, woodworking, or capturing Oregon's beauty through a camera lens.

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Reza Nassib (he/him)                                                                                                                            Operations & Finance Analyst, Cogenerate Encore Fellowship Program

Reza's professional career with Intel Corporation began over 30 years ago, where he worked in software engineering and had various management responsibilities. He will bringing this experience with him to FPC, where he will be assisting with our strategic development and financial management.

Reza retired from Intel in June 2023, which enabled him to spend more time with his granddaughters and family. He loves the outdoors, gardening, and is also very passionate about regular exercise and physical workouts.

Email Reza