America the Beautiful Foundation
Leadership
Behind America the Beautiful Foundation is a dedicated team of leaders, innovators, and changemakers united by a shared commitment to America's future.
Together, we bring expertise across conservation, business, technology, philanthropy, and public-private partnerships to turn bold ideas into measurable impact. Through collaboration and action, we're working to restore our natural assets, strengthen communities, and protect America's legacy for generations to come.
Dr. Emily Weeks
Founder, CEO, and Executive Director
Brianna Smith
Executive Vice President of Operations
Johann Lockard
Executive Vice President of Natural Assets.
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Kelly Ann Collins
Executive Vice President of External Affairs
David Osunsan
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Our Pillars
GROW
GARDENS, RECREATION, OUTDOORS & WILDLIFE
​Developing the next generation of stewards through gardening, education, university fellowship, and youth programs
SAFE
SAFEGUARDING COMMUNITIES, FORESTS & ECOSYSTEMS
Wildfire early detection and AI-driven emergency response with frontline fire partners
BLUE IMPACT
CLEAN WATER & COASTAL SYSTEMS
Protecting clean water and restoring reefs, shorelines, and coastal ecosystems
RESTORE
RESILIENCE, RECOVERY & ADAPTATION
Helping communities prepare for, and recover from, disaster while restoring forests and ecosystems
POWER AMERICA
RESILIENT AI INFRASTRUCTURE INITIATIVE
Building resilient technology infrastructure