Staff
Nate Faris
Executive Director
A recipient of the “True Professionals in Arboriculture” award, Nate has a proven track record in securing substantial grants for municipal clients and serving on tree boards and urban forest councils. His diverse background across public, private, and non-profit sectors positions him to contribute significantly to the California Urban Forest Council’s mission.
Deb Etheredge
Communications Director
Starting out with us as a volunteer, Deb Etheredge joined CaUFC fulltime in 2015. With a background in branding, Deb worked in design and advertising before joining the nonprofit sector.