National Alliance of Forest Owners

Washington, DC · Founded 2008

Advocating for family forest owners and sustainable forest management

Primary audience
Community Members
Work area
Social Services
Topic
Community Support
Contact
Dave Tenny
Website Contact

About Organization

Trade association representing private forest landowners across the United States. Based in Washington, DC, the alliance advocates for policies supporting sustainable forestry, property rights, and conservation. The organization reported $3.1 million in revenue for 2023.

What They Focus On

Service Delivery

Provides programs meeting identified community needs with quality, consistency, and cultural responsiveness

Stakeholder Engagement

Builds relationships with participants, partners, and supporters advancing shared goals

Organizational Sustainability

Maintains operational capacity through sound management, diverse funding, and strategic planning

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$5.9M

+17.4% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$5.6M

+17% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$3.5M

+19.1% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

10

-23.1% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $5,853,969 $5,618,258 $3,504,062 10
2023 $4,987,355 $4,803,324 $2,941,696 13
2022 $4,589,027 $4,711,142 $3,122,268 9
2020 $4,389,678 $4,148,863 $1,972,900 9
2019 $4,176,566 $3,939,195 $1,537,483 10
2018 $4,085,761 $3,999,376 $1,448,292 0

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Assess Needs

    Identifies community priorities through data analysis, stakeholder input, and environmental scanning

  • 02

    Design Programs

    Develops evidence-based interventions addressing identified needs with measurable outcomes

  • 03

    Deliver Services

    Implements programs through qualified staff, volunteers, and community partners

  • 04

    Evaluate Impact

    Monitors results, collects feedback, and adjusts strategies for continuous improvement

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by National Alliance of Forest Owners

Core Programs

Implements strategic initiatives aligned with organizational mission and community priorities

Outreach Services

Engages stakeholders through communication, education, and relationship building activities

Resource Development

Secures funding and partnerships supporting program sustainability and organizational growth

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind National Alliance of Forest Owners.

DT

Dave Tenny

President and CEO
Full-time
Compensation: $865,585
KG

Kate Gatto

Chief Strategy Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $321,560
JM

James Manser

Senior Director Gov Relations and State Outreach
Full-time
Compensation: $149,160
JW

James Wilson

Director for Policy
Full-time
Compensation: $137,570
JM

Jacqueline Murello

Senior Director for Communications
Full-time
Compensation: $133,690
DG

Dale Greene

Director Jan - Jul
1 hrs/week
DN

Dave Nunes

Director Jan - Mar
1 hrs/week
JP

Jeffrey Petty

Director Aug - Dec
1 hrs/week
MM

Mark McHugh

Rayonier, Inc.
1 hrs/week
BP

Bryan Petit

VP Policy and Regulatory Affairs
Full-time
Compensation: $273,950
EN

Emil Nelson

VP Government Relations
Full-time
Compensation: $261,444
JT

Jonathan Tyree

VP Operations
Full-time
Compensation: $214,100
EB

Ethan Breitling

VP Communications
Full-time
Compensation: $210,243
AI

Alex Ingraham

Pingree Associates, Inc.
1 hrs/week
EC

Eric Cremers

Potlatch
1 hrs/week
PS

Pete Sikora

Officer
1 hrs/week
TH

Troy Harris

Jamestown, LP
1 hrs/week
TS

Thomas Sarno, Chair

Manulife Investment Management
MB

Max Braswell

Arkansas Forestry Association
MM

Milton Moran Jr

Cascade Timber Consulting, Inc.
DW

Don Warden

Domain Timber Advisors
SJ

Scott Jones

Forest Landowners Association
SH

Steve Hearst

Hearst Forests
TW

Terrell Winstead

Molpus Woodlands Group, LLC
CL

Chris Lipton

Nuveen Natural Capital
SF

Scott Folk

Roseburg Forest Products
RH

Randy Hereford

Starker Forests, Inc.
JH

James Hourdequin

The Lyme Timber Company
TJ

Tom Johnson

Timberland Investment Resources
DS

Devin Stockfish

Weyerhaeuser Company
AH

Alex Hinson, Vice Chair

Resource Management Service, LLC
GL

Gerrity Lansing

BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group
PY

Paul Young

Conservation Resources
EB

Earl Barrs

Due South Investments
BC

Brian Craner

Giustina Resources
MB

Marc Brinkmeyer

Idaho Forest Group
TL

Toby Luther

Lone Rock Resources
DT

David Tenny, Officer

Nafo
ME

Mark Emmerson

Sierra Pacific Industries
SG

Scott Griffin

Superior Pine Products Company
EK

Erik Kankainen

The Rohatyn Group
TP

Todd Petty

University of Georgia - Warnell School of Forestry
DR

Dave Rumker, Officer

Campbell Global, LLC
TV

Tim Vredenburg

Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians
MC

Mike Cerchiaro, Officer

Forest Investment Associates
DR

Douglas Reed

Green Diamond Resource Company
JL

Jason Limongelli

Irving Woodlands, LLC
CA

Casey Anderson

Mississippi Forestry Association
JB

Jeff Briggs

New Forests, Inc.
MW

Mike Warjone

Port Blakely
DS

David Stroble

Ring Family
BR

Bob Ratliffe

Silver Creek Capital Management
WL

Wesley Langdale

The Langdale Company
CW

Cade Warner, Officer

The Westervelt Company
DH

Dan Hudnut

Wagner Forest Management

Milestones

2008

Organization Founded

2008

Established as nonprofit corporation serving community needs

2018

Financial Growth

2018

Expanded operational capacity through increased revenue and program development

2023

Program Expansion

2023

Enhanced service delivery reaching more individuals and strengthening community partnerships

2024

Continued Operations

2024

Maintained service delivery and organizational stability despite external challenges

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AH
Alex Hinson Director 1.00 hrs/week
BR
Bob Ratliffe Director 1.00 hrs/week
BK
Brent Keefer Director 1.00 hrs/week
BV
Buck Vandersteen Director 1.00 hrs/week
CW
Cade Warner Director 1.00 hrs/week
CL
Chris Lipton Director 1.00 hrs/week
DH
Dan Hudnut Director 1.00 hrs/week
DR
Dave Rumker Director 1.00 hrs/week
DS
Derek Stanfield Director 1.00 hrs/week
DS
Devin Stockfish Chair 1.00 hrs/week
DR
Douglas Reed Director 1.00 hrs/week
EB
Earl Barrs Director 1.00 hrs/week
GL
Gerrity Lansing Director 1.00 hrs/week
JH
James Hourdequin Director 1.00 hrs/week
JL
Jason Limongelli Director 1.00 hrs/week
JB
Jeff Briggs Director 1.00 hrs/week
JL
Jim Langdale Director 1.00 hrs/week
JS
Joe Sanderson Director 1.00 hrs/week
JC
Joel Caswell Director 1.00 hrs/week
JC
John Cashwell Director 1.00 hrs/week
MB
Marc Brinkmeyer Director 1.00 hrs/week
MW
Marc Walley Director 1.00 hrs/week
ME
Mark Emmerson Director 1.00 hrs/week
MC
Mike Claridge Director 1.00 hrs/week
MM
Milton Moran Director 1.00 hrs/week
NK
Nicole Kimzey Director 1.00 hrs/week
PY
Paul Young Director 1.00 hrs/week
RH
Randy Hereford Director 1.00 hrs/week
RA
Rene Ancinas Director 1.00 hrs/week
SF
Scott Folk Director 1.00 hrs/week
SG
Scott Griffin Secretary/Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
SJ
Scott Jones Director 1.00 hrs/week
SH
Stephen Hicks Director 1.00 hrs/week
SH
Steve Hearst Director 1.00 hrs/week
TW
Terrell Winstead Director 1.00 hrs/week
TB
Terry Baker Director 1.00 hrs/week
TS
Thomas Sarno Vice Chair 1.00 hrs/week
TL
Toby Luther Director 1.00 hrs/week
TJ
Tom Johnson Director 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$2.8M

Highest Paid

$933K

Dave Tenny

Compensated Officers

9

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Dave Tenny President And CEO $865,585 $67,558 $933,143 50
Kate Gatto Chief Strategy Officer $321,560 $16,018 $337,578 50
Bryan Petit VP Policy And Regulatory Affairs $273,950 $54,905 $328,855 50
Emil Nelson VP Government Relations $261,444 $12,500 $273,944 50
Ethan Breitling VP Communications $210,243 $45,644 $255,887 50
Jonathan Tyree VP Operations $214,100 $24,997 $239,097 50
James Manser Senior Director Gov Relations And State Outreach $149,160 $19,471 $168,631 50
James Wilson Director For Policy $137,570 $17,581 $155,151 50
Jacqueline Murello Senior Director For Communications $133,690 $8,495 $142,185 50

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Individual Political Donors

People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns

$10K Total Given
Republican $5,000 (50%)
Other/PAC $5,000 (50%)
4 Contributions
$2,500 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

2 Individual Donors
DN
Deon Nelson 2 contributions • $2,500 avg
$5,000
ME
Mark Emmerson 2 contributions • $2,500 avg
$5,000

Quick Insights

🏆
Most Active Donor Deon Nelson with 2 contributions
💰
Highest Avg per Contribution Deon Nelson at $2,500 each
🎯
Top Recipient NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF FOREST OWNE... — $5,000

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
7 Registrations
3 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 3 total

National Alliance Of Forest Owners
4 filings
Self
I
International Alliance Of Theatrical Stage Employees
2 filings
N
National Alliance Of Safety-Net Hospitals (Fka National Association Of Urban Hos
1 filing

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with National Alliance of Forest Owners

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(202) 747-0753 (202) 747-0759

Social

Visit Website
122 C Street NW 630 Washington, DC 20001