Conservancy expands water policy team to advance regional protection

Tammy Ash

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is pleased to announce two new additions to its Policy Department, enhancing the organization’s ability to advocate for the protection and sustainability of Southwest Florida’s vital water resources.

Tammy Ash joins as Senior Water Policy Advisor, bringing extensive experience in environmental science and interagency coordination.

Most recently, Ash served with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Naples, where she led listed species review and conservation for the Picayune Strand Everglades Restoration Project.

Her prior roles include state and federal environmental restoration and policy work in Washington state, Texas and Washington DC, advising on contaminant issues and managing interagency restoration projects.

Ash holds a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences from Texas A&M University and a Master of Science in Biology with a focus on aquatic toxicology from Arkansas State University.

Savanna Neb

Savanna Neb has been hired as Water Policy Specialist.

Neb holds a Master of Professional Science in Marine Conservation from the University of Miami, with a focus on climate policy and environmental law.

She previously worked in Washington, DC as a field organizer and Interim Executive Director for Our Climate, where she led advocacy campaigns and built national partnerships in support of equitable climate policies.

A Colorado native drawn to the coast, Neb brings strong environmental policy experience and a passion for water conservation to her new role.

“These talented professionals bring valuable expertise to our team,” said Rob Moher, president and CEO of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. “Their leadership will help us continue to shape science-driven water policy that protects our most valuable resource and the communities of our region.”