Josh joined PEC’s staff in October of 2021 as a Conservation Research Fellow.
Staff and Board Listing
For general inquiries email pec@pecva.org or call our headquarters office at 540-347-2334.
Kevin Kask
Kevin Kask joined PEC in October 2021 as PEC’s Land Use Coordinator. He works with the Deputy Director of Land Use on a variety of local and regional land use issues throughout the Piedmont.
Victoria Garnett
Victoria has been working with PEC since July 2021 as the Digitization Intern. She is digitizing and
processing thousands of legal documents that pertain to the condemnation of private property in order to create the Shenandoah National Park in Madison County, Virginia.
Mitchell Pittman
Mitchell is now the farm production assistant with the team at PEC’s Community Farm at Roundabout Meadows.
Damien Sharp
Damien joined the staff of The Piedmont Environmental Council in June 2021 as the Rural Southwest Mountains Historic District Intern. In August 2021, Damien transitioned into the role of Preservation Outreach Representative.
October Greenfield
October Greenfield joined PEC’s staff in September 2021 as the Wildlife Habitat Restoration Coordinator. Her work includes executing a diverse portfolio of wildlife habitat restoration projects, leading community-based conservation efforts, and promoting landowner engagement.
Hallie Harriman
Hallie Harriman joined PEC’s staff in August 2021 as the Potomac Watershed Field Representative. Her work area encompasses Clarke, Loudoun, and northern Fauquier counties.
Elizabeth DiGiulian
Elizabeth joined PEC in August 2021 as a Finance Analyst. Prior to joining PEC, Elizabeth spent 15 years working, in several positions, for an agency that raised money for nonprofits nationwide.
James Bussells
James Bussells joined PEC in August 2021 as part of the development team. He attended James Madison University from which he graduated in 2020 with a degree in Public Policy & Administration.
In Memoriam: Margaret “Peggy” Richardson
After a long life of leadership, public service, and caring for others, Margaret “Peggy” Richardson, Piedmont Environmental Council board member and chair of PEC’s Nominations and Governance Committee, passed away July 13 at her Scuffleburg farm in Fauquier County. Peggy is survived by her husband John, a daughter and son-in-law, and three beloved grandchildren.