Debra Behrens Executive Director
Debra brings more than 20 years of nonprofit leadership and development experience to her role. She is a passionate advocate for our cause and for the important role of donors and volunteers in advancing our mission. To learn more about Debra’s background and connection to our work, check out her introductory blog post and video.
Dan Carter Landowner Services Coordinator
Dan is a plant ecologist that has been involved with prairie restoration, reconstruction, management, and protection as an educator, researcher, planner, and volunteer. He has extensive experience in natural area assessment and field botany. Dan is available to private landowners to help assess the potential to restore, reconstruct, or improve prairie and associated ecosystems on their properties. Feel free to contact him with any such requests or other technical questions.
Caleb DeWitt Mission Advancement Coordinator
Caleb’s admiration for our native landscapes was born in service. “I served with AmeriCorps as a Garden Team Leader – I learned just as much as the high schoolers I mentored!” One thing led to another and a small vegetable garden grew to a deep love for our native landscapes and natural communities. Growing up, the outdoors were a world of possibility for Caleb “nature is where the adventures happen!” Through his career in the worlds of education, service, and non-profit work, Caleb continued to kindle that flame of curiosity and appreciation. “Working alongside such knowledgeable people passionate about our prairies is a humbling and awe-inspiring experience. I keep learning, listening, and am so grateful to be able to serve The Prairie Enthusiasts community.”
Khris Miller Administrative Assistant
Khris joined The Prairie Enthusiasts to make a difference for “our beautiful planet Earth” after spending much of her career in the for-profit sector. Trained as an educator, her love of learning and teaching has allowed her to grow and help others succeed as well. She is a creative problem solver and resourceful support for our chapters, members and friends. Khris and her husband re-located to the Driftless region in 2018, where they are learning to be stewards of the land. She enjoys hiking, snowshoeing and horseback riding.