Friends of the Bridger-Teton’s Board of Directors announced November 13 that Carlie Ideker has accepted the position of Executive Director.
Carlie served as FBT’s Programs Manager since March and stepped into the role of Interim Executive Director in August. “Carlie distinguished herself throughout the hiring process with a strong application, an excellent interview, and outstanding references that affirmed her experience, skills, and leadership abilities,” says FBT Board President Steve Markason. “Over the past several months, she has also demonstrated her ability to build trust, support our team, and foster strong relationships with our partners as we navigate an important transition and move into the organization’s next chapter.”
FBT received 21 applications for Executive Director from Idaho and across western Wyoming, including Kemmerer, Diamondville, Star Valley, Alpine, Jackson, Moran, Pinedale, Cora, and Big Piney. Applicants also came from as far afield as New York, Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Texas.
“It was an exceptionally competitive process, and Carlie rose to the top based on her own merits, experience, skills, and demonstrated leadership. We are confident in her ability to lead FBT forward and build upon the strong foundation established by our staff, Board, and partners,” Markason says. “We are incredibly proud to welcome Carlie as our new Executive Director.”
Carlie says, “I grew up exploring the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and it has always had a special place in my soul. It is an honor to lead such a dedicated team into the organization’s next chapter and to continue deepening our support of this amazing landscape.”
