News Release, April 14, 2011
Prince George, BC – The Resources North Association (RNA) is pleased to announce that Melanie Karjala has been hired to serve as our General Manager for a term position of 14 months that started April 4th, 2011. Melanie will lead our organization in implementing and carrying out RNA’s commitments on multiple projects related to integrated resource management in the coming year.Melanie has over ten years of experience in natural resource management in British Columbia. She holds a Master of Natural Resources and Environmental Studies degree from UNBC, and is a registered member of the Association of BC Forest Professionals. She brings experience in integrated resource management, sustainable forest management, community engagement and well-being, resource analysis, strategic planning, program and project management, partnership building, strategic alliances and networking. Prior to joining RNA, Melanie was the Research and Education Programs Coordinator for the Aleza Lake Research Forest Society.
We at RNA are excited to have Melanie on board and look forward to working with her over the next year! She can be contacted at (250) 612-5844, Melanie@resourcesnorth.org. Further information about RNA activities can be found on our website at www.resourcesnorth.org.
The Staff and Board of Directors at RNA wish to extend a sincere thank you to Kathi Zimmerman for her hard work and dedication to the Association over the years. We wish her and her family the best with their upcoming addition to the family. We look forward to her return in 2012!
