Sycamore is staffed by seven full-time employees and several part-time student interns. Our small but mighty team is committed to protecting land, restoring habitat, connecting people to nature, and raising support for Sycamore’s mission. Please get in touch with us at the contact info below. For general questions, email info@sycamorelandtrust.org.
John Lawrence
Interim Executive Director
john@sycamorelandtrust.org
812-336-5382 ext. 105
I started with Sycamore in 2004 as a summer intern, joined the permanent staff in 2006, and have been Sycamore's assistant director since 2008. I've volunteered with Wildcare as a wildlife rehabilitator, and served as president of the Sassafras Audubon Society. I'm a Monroe County native, and enjoy birding, plant identification, and walking with my wife Carrie and our three rescue dogs.
Ann Connors
Development Director
ann@sycamorelandtrust.org
812-336-5382 ext. 104
I grew up in Bloomington, studied history at the University of Illinois, and got my Master's degree at the American Graduate School of International Management. After living and working in big cities and overseas, I returned home and love working to help protect our natural heritage. In my free time, I enjoy the local arts scene and visiting small towns and historic sites in our region.
Chris Fox
Land Stewardship Manager
chris@sycamorelandtrust.org
812-336-5382 ext. 103
I grew up in southeastern Indiana and have spent most of my life working and exploring the backwoods. My career has provided me opportunities to track copperbelly water snakes through the wetlands and follow the endangered Kirtland's warbler from the Bahamas to Michigan, among other adventures. I joined Sycamore Land Trust in 2017 to help conserve and protect critical habitat for our diverse flora and fauna and future generations of Hoosiers.
Shane Gibson
Environmental Education Director
shane@sycamorelandtrust.org
812-336-5382 ext. 107
My father immersed me in nature at early age through hunting and fishing, which influenced my passion for connecting other people to nature. I studied environmental science and elementary education at Indiana University, and my work with Sycamore is a perfect blend of the two. I live in Monroe County with my wife Taji, and two sons, Tanner and Sawyer, and a slew of flea-bitten varmints.
Susan Haislip Daleke
Administrative Director
susan@sycamorelandtrust.org
812-336-5382 ext. 100
I spent my formative years on the southwestern coast of Connecticut exploring creeks, beaches, and woodlands, developing a passion for conservation at an early age. After graduation from the University of Bridgeport, I traveled the states as a US Army officer before settling in southern Indiana, home of my mother's family, to raise my own children. I enjoy birding, quilting, board games, and time with my husband Mike and our families.
Abby Henkel
Communications Director
abby@sycamorelandtrust.org
812-336-5382 ext. 101
I grew up in Indianapolis, studied music at Earlham College, and got my MA at IU's School of Public and Environmental Affairs. I'm motivated to protect and restore Indiana's beautiful wilderness to counteract climate change and clean up the environment for my niece, Hannah. I sing soprano with several local choirs and projects. In my free time I like to run, climb, volunteer, travel, and cook vegetarian goodies.
Madison Mann
Development Intern
madison@sycamorelandtrust.org
I grew up in Chicago and currently study Law and Public Policy at IU. I'm excited to have the opportunity to restore southern Indiana both directly and indirectly. In my free time, I like to hike, watch The Office, and hang out with friends.
Shayna Steingard
SPEA Communications Fellow
shayna@sycamorelandtrust.org
812-336-5382 ext. 102
I studied biology in my home state at Arizona State University, subsequently moved to the Midwest to teach elementary school science, and earned a Master of Education from the University of Missouri--St. Louis. Now, I attend IU's School of Public and Environmental Affairs with the goal of working on US environmental policy after graduation. I love baking, reading fiction, and playing fetch with my cats Frankie and Watson.
