Staff

Carrie Koplinka-Loehr, Director, steers the Center to achieve its goals by applying for grants, hiring/supervising Center staff, connecting with IPM working groups, leading Steering Committee and Advisory Council meetings, and assisting with competitive grants. Carrie has an MS in science education from Cornell. She previously led the NYS IPM Program communications team and was an instructor in Cornell’s Communication Dept. 607-255-8879

Chris Gonzales, Staff Writer, creates articles and content for the Center’s website. Chris has an MS in communications from Ithaca College and over 11 years of experience working with higher education and philanthropic institutions. His professional interests include web marketing, writing, and instructional design. 607-255-5523

Kevin Judd, Web Administrator, maintains the Center’s web site and is tasked with improving its design and functionality and managing databases. Kevin has a BFA in Computer Graphics from Syracuse University and a professional background in web development and design. 607-255-5523

Linda Madeo, Director of Development, leads the Center’s efforts in diversifying its funding base and managing its grants programs. She has a BS from Cornell in plant sciences and an MPS (Cornell) in organizational behavior and economics. Her professional background is in grant-making and management for foundations and fund-raising for higher education. 607-254-1535

Mary Maley, Trainer and Writer, runs trainings as part of the interagency effort on IPM training in Public Housing Authorities, provides technical assistance to trained PHAs, and is working on the PHA Guide to IPM. 607-351-6385

Elizabeth Myers, Communications Director, oversees outreach for the Center (web content, newsletters, reporting) and contributes to proposals and strategic planning. Liz has an MS in environmental policy from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. Her professional background is in publishing, science writing, and environmental consulting. 315-251-0713

Allison Taisey, Program Coordinator, coordinates the interagency effort on IPM training in Public Housing Authorities. Allison is an entomologist with an MAT in biology education from Cornell University. Her background is in veterinary entomology and urban pest management. 607-220-6417

Liane Worthington, Administrative Assistant, provides administrative support to the Center, including updating databases, organizing meetings, assisting with reporting, and distributing publications. Liane has a BA in communications and 13 years' experience as a public relations professional representing clients from the consumer and nonprofit sectors. 607-254-8097