Meet Our Team

Elizabeth Woodworth
Founder

Elizabeth Woodworth founded Wood & Co. Consulting in 2017 after more than 20 years working in marketing and communications. She has held leadership positions in both for-profit and non-profit organizations. Elizabeth has a fundamental belief that efforts to improve our planet’s health are most successful when the interests of conservation and the public and private sectors intersect. She also believes an organization’s commitment to sustainability is realized only if it can effectively communicate that commitment. Elizabeth received a BA in international studies and French from the University of Richmond, an MBA from the Wharton School, and an MA in international studies from the University of Pennsylvania.

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Matthew Bonsall
Writer, Editor, and Researcher

Matt is an accomplished writer with a reputation for delivering first-rate results under tight deadlines. He also draws on a wealth of marketing experience. Matt founded Bonsall Communications in 1998 after returning from the UK, where he worked as a bond market reporter for Reuters. His byline has appeared in the Globe and Mail, Canada’s national newspaper. He has a Master of Journalism from Carleton University and a BA in African Studies from the University of Toronto. He holds a Canadian securities license and a Chartered Investment Manager designation.

Matthew Bonsall

Writer, Editor, and Researcher

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Kathryn (Katie) Fernholz
Forestry and Conservation Advisor

Katie’s technical forestry expertise allows her to translate complex, detailed topics into easy-to-understand language. She is President and Chief Executive Officer at Dovetail Partners Inc., a science-based environment think-tank addressing land use and sustainability concerns. Katie sits on numerous boards and committees, and she is a past Chair of the Board of Trustees for the American Forest Foundation. She holds a BSc in forest resources from the University of Minnesota, College of Natural Resources.

Kathryn (Katie) Fernholz

Forestry and Conservation Advisor

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Ellen E. Hoffmeister
Writer and Researcher

For more than 25 years, Ellen has worked as an independent writer, researcher, and editorial consultant promoting environmental and economic sustainability, and responsible transportation and infrastructure development. She has worked with the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay, the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts, and the Pennsylvania departments of Environmental Protection, Transportation, Aging, and Economic and Community Development. Ellen holds a BA in English, with concentrations in literature and communications, from Thiel College.

Ellen E. Hoffmeister

Writer and Researcher

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Alex Jacobs
Junior Account Manager

Alex has been involved in the sustainability and climate activism spaces as a volunteer since his time in college at Cornell University, where he earned a B.Sc. cum laude in Computational Biology with minors in History and Environmental and Sustainability Sciences. At Wood & Co, he leverages his academic background to support the team with a broad range of knowledge and creativity in public relations, social media, and business development.

Alex Jacobs

Junior Account Manager

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Dean Johnson
Graphic Designer

Dean brings over a decade of experience to our branding and design initiatives. Eager to tackle design challenges, Dean is passionate about crafting compelling visuals that resonate with audiences. From developing brand concepts to laying out corporate reports, Dean’s innovative approach is fueled by his diverse industry experience. Prior to joining Wood & Co., Dean worked as a designer for a leading sustainable wood pellet producer and the United States Senate. He holds a BA in mass communications and media studies from Lynchburg College and a certificate in graphic design from the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University.

Dean Johnson

Graphic Designer

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Inisha Rodriguez
Executive Assistant

Nish has over a decade of experience in customer service, and she excels at ensuring seamless operations within high-paced environments. She works with the Wood & Co. team to deliver topnotch customer service, build long-lasting relationships, and support various departments within the company. Nish’s keen attention to detail is at the heart of her exceptional ability to manage complex schedules and coordinate executive-level communications.

Inisha Rodriguez

Executive Assistant

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Carly Sullivan
Director of Operations & Events

Carly has over a decade of experience in project management, event planning, and client relations. She has coordinated and implemented large- and small-scale projects for both corporate clients and non-profit organizations. Carly graduated magna cum laude with a BSc in hospitality and tourism management from Virginia Tech’s Pamplin College of Business.

Carly Sullivan

Director of Operations & Events

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Tzaitel “TZ” Torres
Digital Media and Public Relations Specialist

TZ specializes in elevating brands and crafting impactful public narratives through a combination of strategic communications, public relations, campaign development, and digital media expertise. She has extensive experience in media outreach, data analysis, social media strategy, and graphic design, delivering customized solutions that achieve measurable results. In addition to her work at Wood & Co., TZ is the founder of WonderPR, a boutique public relations firm. Leveraging an M.A. in Public Relations and Advertising from the University of Southern California, TZ combines innovative strategies with compelling storytelling to captivate audiences and amplify her clients’ messages.

Tzaitel “TZ” Torres

Digital Media & Public Relations Specialist

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Nissa Weisser
Director of Communications

Nissa makes sure all projects are scheduled and executed on time to ensure client satisfaction. She has held positions as director of operations for a boutique PR firm as well as executive roles in advertising and public relations. In 2009, she founded WriteHandGal where she specialized in copywriting, marketing consultation, and business development for start-ups and small businesses. She holds a BA from the University of Vermont, where she won the Marion Berry Allbee Award for Creative Non-fiction.

Nissa Weisser

Director of Communications

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