Chris Erwin Executive Vice President

Chris Erwin serves as Executive Vice President of Alabama Forestry Foundation, providing strategic leadership for the Foundation’s conservation, education, and outreach initiatives. With more than 30 years of experience addressing forest and wildlife issues at the state, regional, and national levels, he works alongside staff, volunteers, and partners to advance healthy, productive forests throughout Alabama.

A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Chris earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Troy University and a Master of Forestry from Auburn University. His career has been recognized with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Regional Director’s Award, the Alabama Wildlife Federation Governor’s Conservation Achievement Award, and the Southeastern Society of American Foresters Award of Excellence in Public Education and Technology Transfer.