Executive Director at The Greenway Foundation
Since 1982, Jeff Shoemaker has been the Executive Director of The Greenway Foundation (TGF). Under the course of his leadership, TGF has partnered with countless public and private organizations to collectively create over $750 Million of improvements along the South Platte River in the Metro Denver Area and beyond
Principal at N.E.S. Inc.
Chris Lieber has spent his 28-year professional career leading project teams in creative problem solving. His ability to engage individual citizens, committees, advisory boards, and elected officials leads to successful solutions that are truly a reflection of community interests and values.
Deputy Director at The Greenway Foundation
After being unanimously selected by TGF’s Board of Directors, Ryan will become the Executive Director of The Greenway Foundation on July 1, 2022. In his seven years at TGF, Ryan has overseen all fundraising events and initiatives including the creation of TGF’s monthly recurring giving program, FrOG (Friends of Greenway). Ryan was promoted to Deputy Director in 2021 after serving for six years as the Development Director.
Founding Principal at Wenk Associates
For over 36 years, he has been influential in the restoration and redevelopment of urban river and stream corridors, the transformation of derelict urban land, and the design of public parks and open spaces. He is recognized nationally for utilizing stormwater as a resource.
Principal at Wenk Associates
Nicole is skilled at managing and coordinating large multidisciplinary consultant teams and engaging multiple stakeholder groups. She has over 19 years of experience guiding some of the firm's most complex recreation, park, open space, and greenway projects.
Associate at N.E.S Inc.
Jon brings over 16 years' experience in successful development projects. His extensive design and management experience lends to a well-grounded and thorough understanding in landscape architecture, planning, design, construction administration and project management.
Principal at Capitol Representatives
Marge assists public and private sector entities on a project-by-project basis in strategies for working with government at all levels. She has more than 15 years of experience working for state and federal government as well as more than 20 years of experience in the private sector. She has been an advisor to governors and mayors as well as a staff member for a United States Senator.
Principal at Capitol Representatives
David has worked as a federal relations expert for many years in infrastructure and water issues, assisting with funding, project approvals and public outreach. David has served as Interim President/Civic and Economic Development Director for the Downtown Denver Partnership and performed public policy work with the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce.
President at ECI Site Construction Management
Ted has been a member of ECI for over 20 years. His executive perspective and core industry knowledge in civil construction, site development, project estimating, and contract review are powerful assets to any project.
Landscape Architect at N.E.S. Inc.
Prior to joining N.E.S. Inc, Bryn participated in natural resource planning and management for several Colorado municipalities. She has experience in trail and park master planning, forest management, site analysis and graphic design.
Administrative Assistant at The Greenway Foundation
Courtney is the administrative assistant at The Greenway Foundation. Courtney lives on the westside of Colorado Springs and is always looking for ways to get involved in her community and to make a difference.
Planner at N.E.S. Inc.