Gia is SNW’s Central Washington Program Manager. Based in Wenatchee, she works in and around Central Washington, coordinating partners and providing strategic planning and problem-solving to address forest health issues. She holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental science and a master’s of science in forestry. 

Before joining SNW, Gia worked in wildland fire, and in private and public forest operations. She is passionate about addressing complex issues while working at the intersection of people, management, and science.

In her free time, Gia enjoys gathering friends and family, playing cribbage, crafting, baking, and being active – running, hiking, skiing, biking, climbing, and paddle boarding! Below, skiing the Muir Snowfield on Mount Rainier.