The Southeast Watershed Forum staff is a diverse group located in Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia and Maryland. They have a combined 120 years of experience in water resources, watershed protection and coalition building. With five employees and two contract staff, the Forum has a wealth of knowledge and skills to assist your organization or community.

Christine Olsenius - Executive Director
Christine Olsenius has worked in water resource management for 27 years; 15 years managing nonprofit organizations, and 12 years as a program consultant to nonprofit organizations and federal agencies.

Jane Fowler – Program Coordinator
Jane Fowler has 27 years experience in community strategic planning, leadership development, and sustainable economic development.

James Ford - Rural Program Specialist
James W. Ford is the Rural Program Specialist for the Southeast Watershed Forum. Previously he was the Sixth State Conservationist for USDA; Natural Resources Conservation Service in Nashville, Tennessee, directing a comprehensive conservation program.