Seth Kaduce

Chief Executive officer, Co-Owner

Seth originated from a small suburb on the north side of the Twin Cities. He graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor’s in Environmental Science. After college, Seth worked for the University extension doing prairie restoration and assisting with environmental programs for the public. From there, he took a position with the Conservation Corps in northern Minnesota, followed by work with the Department of Natural Resources, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and a Soil and Water Conservation District.

Through these experiences, Seth honed his knowledge of conservation techniques, and began to focus on the various ways companies lacked attention to detail and pure knowledge of the subject matter. With an aim to restore and preserve our resources with new methods, a willingness to tackle projects with a different perspective, a readiness to learn from his mistakes, and an absolute love for hard work in the woods, he went on to start Native Resource Preservation LLC.

Eric Bergeron

chief revenue officer, Co-owner

Eric grew up just blocks from Seth on the north side of the Twin Cities. He attended the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, graduating with a degree in Biology and Environmental Science. Prior to joining Seth to launch NRP, Eric worked for another ecological restoration company, restoring all types of different landscapes including: prairies, woodlands, savannas, wetlands, streams, and shorelines. His broad industry knowledge continues to drive NRP’s growth and success.

Kim Larson

chief Finance officer

Kim brings decades of senior leadership in project management and financial services in the small business sector to the NRP team!

As our CFO, she is dedicated to the "business of restoration," ensuring our growth is as sustainable as the landscapes we manage by balancing financial discipline with lean, efficient budgeting. A Midwest native - born in Wisconsin and rooted in Minnesota—Kim earned her B.A. in Social Studies Education from Augsburg University. That educational lens fuels her collaborative approach to finance and her belief that there is always something new to learn.

Dave bernardy

chief Technology officer

Dave comes to NRP with 16 years of professional experience helping companies achieve their goals by designing and building intuitive technology and leading software engineering teams.

As proud Minnesota native, he combines an dynamic career in technology with a deep appreciation for the environment!

As CTO, Dave will support our team in advancing our ecological restoration and management goals by leveraging technology! He’s focused on increasing the value of our current software and processes, integrating new systems to open up capabilities, and building specialized software to create opportunities to positively impact more critical land.

TJ Lenaerts

Regional Executive of Operations

TJ earned a degree in Forestry at Iowa State University before coming to Minnesota and joining our crew. He soon became a staple on our team, moving from a Technician into a crew lead position quickly. From running heavy machines to leading felling crews to running prescribed fires as a burn boss, TJ brings a high level of technical skill, passion, and positive attitude to our projects and crews.

Mark Plantz

NRP Wildland Chief Operating Officer

Hailing from the small community of Blakely, Minnesota, Mark began his environmental and wildfire journey in Ely, Minnesota, working with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to support national wildfire suppression efforts. He went on to serve with the U.S. Forest Service in multiple roles, including engine crew member, helicopter crew member, and fuels technician. Mark transitioned to the private sector in 2019, managing prescribed fire and wildfire suppression operations. During this time, he oversaw 760 prescribed burns totaling more than 36,000 acres, while also serving in multiple leadership roles within the Minnesota Prescribed Fire Council. Mark joined the NRP team in March 2024, where he continues to champion safe prescribed fire, operational excellence, and the advancement of professional fire management practices. His career remains rooted in the same values that shaped his early years—stewardship, safety, and a commitment to restoring and protecting the landscapes we depend on.

Caroline Fazzio

Director of Ecological Consultation and Design

Caroline gained her appreciation of wilderness growing up near the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. She earned a degree in Environmental Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Before joining NRP, she served multiple years with the Conservation Corps of Minnesota and Iowa, working with water quality, aquatic invasive species, and ecological restoration. She has a Master’s Degree in Natural Resources Stewardship with a focus in Ecological Restoration from Colorado State University.

Nick Meixner

Director of Heavy Equipment Operations

Nick brings over 3000+ hours of operator experience to our team. He leads our fleet of heavy equipment, and supervises our crew of operators. His dedication and expertise allow us to bring innovative, efficient, and advanced restoration services to our clients and project partners. Nick has a Bachelors of Science in Wildlife Biology from Bemidji State University, and a minor in Wetlands Ecology.

Bryce Origer

Restoration Project Manager

Bryce graduated from Wartburg College with a double Bachelors in Environmental Science and Spanish, and worked with Green Iowa AmeriCorps before coming to Minnesota, joining NRP as a Technician. From a technician, Bryce moved into a crew lead position where his vision of the bigger picture and impact of our work drove him to always look for ways of improving. From there he transitioned into a restoration operator, before accepting a role as a project manager. Bryce manages stormwater projects, and projects that utilize heavy equipment.

Erik Muhlenbruck

Restoration Project Manager

Erik graduated from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls with a Bachelors of Science in Field Biology. From there, he went on to work with at USACE as a park ranger, and the National Parks Service as a Biological Technician before joining the team at NRP. Starting as a Technician, it didn’t take long for Erik’s steady demeanor, strong work ethic, and technical skills to drive him into a crew lead position. Erik serves as a project manager, and one of our certified UAV pilots.

Alana Joseph

Restoration Project Manager

After joining our crew as a technician, Alana quickly went on to become a staple of our team. Her experience includes work across the country from the Midwest to the West Coast, and conservation across multiple ecosystems and habitats. Alana manages projects with our government and non-profit project partners, bringing passion and an attention to detail to every project. She also serves as our Safety Officer, providing crucial support to our field crews. She has a Bachelors of Arts in Environmental Studies, with a focus in Biology from Macalester College.

Nicole Welsh

Restoration Project Manager

Proudly hailing from Delaware, Nicole has traveled across the country conducting habitat improvement projects. She spent a year conducting field work for Walker Basin Conservancy in Nevada. Additionally she has worked as a crew leader with Texas Conservation Corps, restoring native habitats and removing invasive species. From Texas, Nicole joined our team and quickly showed her hard work ethic, reliability, and dedication. Nicole specializes in long-term prairie management techniques, plant identification, and fire line operations. She has a Bachelors in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation from the University of Delaware.

Nick Connell

Crew Lead

Nick has been restoring habitats with NRP for a long time. With over 10 years of experience in land management, Nick’s attention to detail and quality of work sets the standard for our team. Graduating from the University of Minnesota-Duluth with a Bachelors of Environmental Science, Nick went on to work with the Conservation Corps of Minnesota. He eventually settled roots with our Twin Cities team. Nick’s positive attitude and strong work ethic have set the example for many of our team who have learned the tools of the trade from him.