Kristin Kirkwood | Guest: Conversations with Rich Bennett

Executive Director

Kristin Kirkwood is the eighth generation to operate her family farm, Newark Farms, in White Hall where she lives with her husband, Chet, and two children, Forest and Sage. Kristin joined Harford Land Trust in 2017 after many years with a global consulting firm managing projects ranging from timber traceability to combating wildlife trafficking.

She is the Chair of Harford County’s Planning Advisory Board and the Economic Development Advisory Board’s Land Use Committee. Kristin also serves as the Vice Chair of Forever Maryland and is an appointed member of the Maryland Natural Capital Task Force.

Kristin was selected by the Baltimore Business Journal as a 2023 40 Under 40 honoree. In 2022, she was honored with the 2022 Aileen Hughes award, given to an individual representing a Maryland land trust who demonstrates outstanding leadership, partnership and innovation in land conservation.

She holds a B.S. in Finance from the University of Maryland, College Park and a M.A. in Sustainability and Natural Resource Management from Harvard University.

May 20, 2024

Guardians of the Green: How Harford Land Trust is Shaping Our Future with Kristin Kirkwood

In this episode of "Conversations with Rich Bennett," Rich sits down with Kristin Kirkwood, the executive director of Harford Land Trust. Kristin shares the inspiring story of how the Trust was founded in 1991 by a group of passionate citizens dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of Harford County. She delves into the Trust's grassroots beginnings, its significant achievements in land conservation, and the innovative ways they raise funds to protect vital landscapes. Kristin also highlights the crucial role of community involvement and the importance of educating the public about the value of land preservation. Tune in to learn how Harford Land Trust is making a lasting impact on our environment and future.

Guest: Kristin Kirkwood

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