Catherine Timko joined the organization as its second President and Chief Executive Officer in May 2026. Timko most recently served for over 16 years as Executive Director of the Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, reporting to a 19-member board of directors and leading 32 employees of that nature education organization. She previously served as Ohio, division, and regional development director for The Trust for Public Land over eight years, following several years in a development role with Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens.
Catherine can be reached at ctimko@ohioeriecanal.org.