People

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Brock Adler is an environmental education consultant and lobbyist, green investor, and Chair of the NAAEE Advocacy Committee. He has worked and volunteered in the field for many years, and helped lead the effort to include environmental education in the 2015 federal education bill.

Jimena Cuenca supports NAAEE's digital presence, helping maintain and improve our websites like eePRO so that it serves as a welcoming and useful space for environmental educators. Jimena brings a deep curiosity about how online communities grow, connect, and collaborate. She enjoys learning new digital tools and is always looking to make our web spaces more engaging. When not at work, she's walking her huskies and birding.

Hi there! I am the Program Manager for Kaleidoscope Child Care on beautiful Orcas Island. You can learn more about us at www.ourkaleidoscopekids.com. We look forward to working with you!

Stacie joined the NAAEE team in April 2020. She has worked in or alongside the education field for over two decades and in communications for more than 15 years. She started her career teaching at a public charter high school in Washington, D.C. Prior to joining NAAEE, she managed communications for Annenberg Learner, a leading national nonprofit that connects K–12 and college educators with classroom content and professional development to support and strengthen their practice. She holds an M.A. in Spanish and Latin American Studies from American University, and a B.A. in Modern Languages and Linguistics and Certificate in Secondary Education from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. She also completed a Certificate in Social Impact Storytelling at Georgetown University. Throughout her career, she has been committed to bringing exceptional educational opportunities to underserved areas and educating to promote civic engagement.

I have been working for Pennsylvania 4-H since 2016. I currently am the 4-H Educator for Forest and Warren Counties. I graduated from Penn State DuBois in 2017 with an Associate in Wildlife Technology and Penn State University Park in 2019 with a Bachelor's in Agricultural Sciences with a minor in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences. In 2023, I finished my Masters in Agriculture Extension and Education. I currently sit on the State Environmental Science Team for PA 4-H and am the coach for the PA 4-H Team that attends National 4-H WHEP.

Preston Slaughter is the founder and Executive Director of L.O.C.A.L. Adventures, a Richmond, VA-based nonprofit empowering youth through mindfulness, outdoor adventure, and creative expression. With a background in experiential education, yoga, and wilderness leadership, she designs programs that help young people explore their inner and outer landscapes. Her work connects youth with the James River through paddling, environmental education, and hands-on experiences that build curiosity, confidence, and a deeper connection to nature.