James Caldwell

As a Florida native, I have always had a deep appreciation for the outdoors. I consider myself fortunate and proud to live on the beautiful coast of Southwest Florida, an area rich in land, water, wildlife, and protected habitats. This unique environment allows my family and I to enjoy boating, beaches, parks and nature walks whenever we wish. I am proud to call this slice of paradise home and believe that its preservation is fundamental to maintaining a coastal ecology that ensures environmental sustainability for future generations.

James joined the board in July 2024. He is a Florida native and the Sarasota Business Leader of Gilbane Building Company.

Big Waters Staff

Christine Johnson

President

Pam Brownell

Pam Brownell

Chief of Staff

Robyn Powell

Robyn Powell

Controller

Sam Peterson

Sam Peterson

Bay Preserve Site Manager

Michael Greatchus

Executive Assistant

Brooke Langston

Director of Land Protection

Esmeralda Figueras

Land Steward

Ray Vinson

Land Stewardship Manager 

Shalla Ashworth

Director of Philanthropy

Dawn Lansing

Dawn Lansing

Development Officer

Molly Rabin

Database and Donor Stewardship Administrator

Tianna Boswell-Porter

Tianna Boswell-Porter

Director of Marketing and Events

Nilyana Rodriguez

Digital Content & Design Specialist

Connie Brown

Connie Brown

Director of Community Engagement

Sarah Denison Williams

Sarah Denison Williams

Community Education Manager

Sarah Rubin

Youth Education Manager