Staff

Cynthia Brown
Office: 919.489.9790
sojournergroup@nc.rr.com

Cynthia, principal of the Sojourner Group, provides direct technical assistance to RCP partners on a range of issues, including organizational development, community organizing and social justice. She utilizes her 20 years of experience to increase capacity to build effective organizations, establish working alliances and advocate for public policies that address community needs.

Kathleen Marks
Resourceful Communities Program
Office: 919.967.2223, x111
kemarkstcf@earthlink.net

Using her background in communications and organizational skill, Kathleen helps connect RCP partners and staff with information, resources and each other. She guides partners through the CNEF grant process as well as RCP trainings.

Monica McCann
Resourceful Communities Program Associate
Office: 919.967.2223, x110
mmccann@conservationfund.org

Monica utilizes her environmental planning background to help communities create entrepreneurial opportunities through sustainable land use practices, including community-based forestry, ecotourism and conservation-based affordable housing.

Susan Sachs
Office: 919.493.4438
saxfifth@earthlink.net

Susan works with RCP partners as a trainer, facilitator and technical assistance provider in the areas of strategic planning, program development, fundraising, grant writing, evaluation and board/staff relations. With 20 years of experience in nonprofit management, professional coaching and organizational development, she takes a holistic approach to working with grassroots partners to support them in building capacity and planning for long-term sustainability. She is principal of Durham-based Starfire Consulting.

Mikki Sager
Resourceful Communities Program Director/ NC Representative
Office: 919.967.2223, x126
msager@conservationfund.org

Mikki helps underserved communities in North Carolina build community capacity by promoting community forestry, eco- and heritage tourism and sustainable entrepreneurship. She helps partners protect their natural and cultural resources while advancing sustainable economic growth and social justice. Mikki represents communities nationwide at presentations and conferences as well.