Staff
Matthew Trokan, Executive Director
Matt grew up in Delhi along a tributary of Wulff Run Creek and spent many hours in his youth hiking and exploring the hillsides and waterways around Bender Mountain. Matt received his Bachelor of Arts from Xavier University and a Masters of Environmental Study from The Evergreen State College. His graduate research studied the relationships between climate, plants, and people. In addition to Western Wildlife Corridor, Matt has over 20 years of leadership experience with the Cincinnati Parks, U.S. Forest Service, Ohio Sierra Club, Keep Cincinnati Beautiful, and other local non-profits.
Ash Conway, Volunteer & Event Coordinator
Ash Conway (they/she) was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio and while always interested in the natural world, Ash‘s passion for nature exploration and education began after working as a camp counselor at a local nature preserve. Ash received their Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies from the University of Cincinnati and a Master of Arts in Biology from Miami University in Oxford. Their graduate work focused on identifying barriers and solutions to outdoor access among marginalized communities. Through their research, they founded Queer Birders of Cincinnati, an organization devoted to providing a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people to spend time outdoors, find intentional community, and experience the joy of birding. In their spare time, Ash enjoys birding, hiking, gardening, photography, and spending time with their cats.
