Following the resignation of Executive Director Derek Long, it was with great pleasure that Sustainable Connections announced the appointment of interim leadership for the organization. Jenna Deane and Delaney Skordal began serving as Interim Co-Executive Directors of the organization on Nov. 1, 2025.
Before taking on these new leadership roles, Skordal and Deane guided Sustainable Connections as Development Director and Program Director respectively, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the organization.
“In the three years that Delaney and Jenna have been with Sustainable Connections, they’ve made an incredible impact, growing our fundraising capabilities, expanding our programs, and advancing our mission,” shares Board President Bruce Tabb. “We couldn’t imagine anyone better suited to the job.”
Jenna Deane & Delaney Skordal | Photograph courtesy of Sustainable Connections
Skordal brings more than a decade of nonprofit and public-sector experience to Sustainable Connections, with a strong background in grant writing, program management, and community engagement. At Sustainable Connections, she has led major growth in fundraising and is known for her strategic, values-driven leadership, organization, and local resilience.
Deane joined Sustainable Connections with more than 15 years of experience in environmental education, sustainability, and community leadership. In her time at the organization, she has led strategic alignment and growth across programs.
In February, Sustainable Connections announced that applications were open for their next permanent Executive Director. Applications were set to close on Feb. 28, so keep an eye out for an announcement about who will lead this nationally recognized nonprofit next! 1701 Ellis St., Ste. 221, Bellingham, 360.647.7093, sustainableconnections.org
