Kenai Watershed Forum Director Branden Bornemann will be stepping down from his post at the nonprofit this month, according to a press release from the organization.

Bornemann, who has been at the organization since 2011 and took over as director in 2018, had not responded to a request for comment by press time.

Matt Pyhala, the president of the forum’s Board of Directors, issued the release Wednesday.

“During his role in both leadership operations and in critical environmental projects since 2011, Branden has been the driving force behind KWF’s growth and success as an organization since taking his director position,” the release states.

Bornemann has worked with different nonprofit conservation organizations, as well as interest groups, government agencies and tribal entities.

The board will be looking to fill the executive director position over the next few months, according to the release.

“Again, we cannot emphasize enough the dedication, passion, and motivation Branden has given to KWF over his tenure,” the release states. “We look forward to following the success of his career and are hopeful and excited for the next chapter at the Kenai Watershed Forum.”

Reach reporter Camille Botello at camille.botello@peninsulaclarion.com.