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Leads the development of systems, services, and protocols to support Appalachian Trail Conservancy staff and a network of 30 private A.T. partners in volunteer development, technical trail skills, field leadership, sawyer safety, hazard tree protocols. Sustains and builds capacity for the A.T.'s volunteer management tradition that engages more than 6,000 volunteers, mobilized through grassroots partners in 14-states.

Sustain and build capacity for the A.T.’s volunteer management tradition that engages more than 6,000 volunteers across 14-states to steward 2,190-miles of trail, through trail maintenance, education, outreach, corridor stewardship, natural resources, and other programs. Convene and deliver practical support to 30+ private organizations as well as 17 National Forest districts, 6 National Park Service units, and 74 state and local land management for the long-term success of the A.T. Cooperative… Show more Sustain and build capacity for the A.T.’s volunteer management tradition that engages more than 6,000 volunteers across 14-states to steward 2,190-miles of trail, through trail maintenance, education, outreach, corridor stewardship, natural resources, and other programs. Convene and deliver practical support to 30+ private organizations as well as 17 National Forest districts, 6 National Park Service units, and 74 state and local land management for the long-term success of the A.T. Cooperative Management System. Show less

Asheville, North Carolina Area

Directly managed 467-miles of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail in Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee working with eight Forest Service districts, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and five A.T. clubs. Administered the regional comprehensive approach to visitor use management and updated data collection methods. Identified technical trail projects with partners, wrote justification and proposal requests for capital improvement funding, managed project work of three crews, and… Show more Directly managed 467-miles of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail in Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee working with eight Forest Service districts, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and five A.T. clubs. Administered the regional comprehensive approach to visitor use management and updated data collection methods. Identified technical trail projects with partners, wrote justification and proposal requests for capital improvement funding, managed project work of three crews, and reported accomplishments to funders. Led, along with USDA Forest Service and Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards, the planning and implementation of original Wilderness Skills Institute, 2014-2018 Show less

Asheville, North Carolina Area

Groove with Leanna inspires authentic dance by connecting simple moves to great music. Classes ignite body-mind awareness and fuel the spirit. Leanna Joyner is certified Groove facilitator and writer in Asheville, North Carolina. Leanna has been inspiring people to lead happier, healthier lives through movement and dance since 2011.

Asheville, North Carolina

Working to encourage and support connected communities and healthier lifestyles through the implementation of greenway planning and building in Buncombe County.

Asheville, North Carolina Area

Researched, developed program content, wrote manuals, and delivered trainings for ATC’s Family Program, A.T. Community™ Ambassadors, and A.T. Community™ and Trailhead Design Guides.Created strategic plan and budget for marketing A.T. license plates based on market trends, data and existing management.Coordinated all aspects of programs and events, including volunteer coordination, scheduling, venue booking, managing registration, program materials, promotions, vendor… Show more Researched, developed program content, wrote manuals, and delivered trainings for ATC’s Family Program, A.T. Community™ Ambassadors, and A.T. Community™ and Trailhead Design Guides.Created strategic plan and budget for marketing A.T. license plates based on market trends, data and existing management.Coordinated all aspects of programs and events, including volunteer coordination, scheduling, venue booking, managing registration, program materials, promotions, vendor negotiations, and sponsorship to ensure successful events that met or exceeded profit goals. Build alliances between people and nature by conceptualizing and managing projects for trails, parks, and conservation-based organizations.Authored a guide to Civil War sites along the Appalachian Trail. Regular speaker on Civil War history along the Appalachian Trail. Articles have appeared in local, state and national newspapers and magazines. See www.leannajoyner.com/writing/samples for samples of my work. Clients: Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Leadership Greater Washington, Lowcountry Environmental Education Program, National Conference for Community & Justice, The Harmony Project Show less

Leading the committee to strategically envision partnership workshops, conferences, and trainings based on assessments of membership needs; to help with the initial coordination of the purpose and planning for these workshops and conferences; and to create and maintain a conference/workshop handbook for the purpose of providing continuity and guidance from conference to conference.

Asheville, North Carolina

Support the southern region (Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee) with meeting facilitation, systems management, grants administration, marketing, and communications. Primary responsibilities include growing the A.T. License Plate program from one state to three states in order to provide perpetual funding to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. In addition to writing and editing content for southern regional office press releases and e-newsletters, Leanna also manages the organization's complete… Show more Support the southern region (Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee) with meeting facilitation, systems management, grants administration, marketing, and communications. Primary responsibilities include growing the A.T. License Plate program from one state to three states in order to provide perpetual funding to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. In addition to writing and editing content for southern regional office press releases and e-newsletters, Leanna also manages the organization's complete website. Show less

Spindale, North Carolina

Ensured the station’s reputation in its home territory by serving as a liaison to station licensee, stakeholders, business leaders, journalists, and coordinated station participation at events across region. Defined and executed marketing plan based on station’s strategic goals. Launched the station's first e-newsletter, updated the logo, and redesigned the website.

Served as the editor in chief of all publications. Wrote copy, managed editorial contributions, organized advertising, and oversaw design of print newsletters, membership directory, and an award-winning annual report. Debuted e-newsletter to reduce costs and expand reach. Maintained relationships with key journalists in the Greater Washington region, and coordinated advertising in key markets. Worked closely a diverse board of directors and staff to help plan leaders' experiential encounters… Show more Served as the editor in chief of all publications. Wrote copy, managed editorial contributions, organized advertising, and oversaw design of print newsletters, membership directory, and an award-winning annual report. Debuted e-newsletter to reduce costs and expand reach. Maintained relationships with key journalists in the Greater Washington region, and coordinated advertising in key markets. Worked closely a diverse board of directors and staff to help plan leaders' experiential encounters with local community issues and special events. Show less

Certificate, Non-Profit Management Program

Duke Continuing Studies intensive track program in non-profit management

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication