Conservancy Staff

Jacqueline Rais is the Parks Conservancy's Chief Development Officer. She leads the Development and Membership Branch of the organization to expand and increase our philanthropic revenue in support of national parks – emphasizing our social, racial, environmental justice, and resource conservation goals. 

Kamika Dunlap is the Chief Communications Officer. She leads the Communications and Public Affairs Branch to advance awareness of the role national parks play in addressing issues of today and tomorrow, including climate resilience, social and community justice, and the stewardship of national parks and protected lands, waters, and air.

Sean Kelley is the Parks Conservancy's Vice President of Visitor Programs and Services. He oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the organization's interpretive programs throughout the Parks Conservancy, with a particular focus on Alcatraz.

As Vice President for Community and Youth Programs, Dennis Mabasa leads efforts to identify and break down barriers to park access by those historically excluded; and engage individuals, youth, families, and community organizations in educational, recreational, and service-based experiences.

Michael Carr is the Chief Operations Officer at the Parks Conservancy. In this role, he provides oversight for crucial operational areas, including Technology, Facilities, Employee Safety, and Legal Affairs.

Jen Trahan is the Parks Conservancy’s Chief Financial Officer.  She oversees Finance & Accounting, collaborating closely with our revenue-generating operations and fundraising efforts.

Michele Gee is the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Parks Conservancy, responsible for implementing the organization’s strategic plan and guiding change management initiatives to grow empowering leadership practices.

Mel supports the Golden Gate Raptor Observatory (GGRO), One Tam Community Science, One Tam Conservation Management, and the greater organizational needs. 

Here’s what Mel has to say about her position, “After hiking these magical hills daily over the last two years - watching, observing, and recording the wildlife around me - I'm excited to dig in

Claire Mooney, PLA, ASLA, LEED AP, is the Vice President, Park Projects & Conservation with the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy. Claire provides leadership to the Conservancy's Park Projects & Design, Park Nurseries, and Innovation & Impact teams.

Janet Klein is Vice President of Community Connections for the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy. She supports four teams—Volunteer and Intern Services, Community Stewardship and Engagement, Conservation and Community Science, and Youth Programs—in creating opportunities for public participation in the exploration and care of our parks.