Our Board
Kim Phelan President
Dawn Abbuhl Vice President
Dawn Abbuhl Vice President
Kim has been involved with the Pine Arboretum for 3 years, most recently as President of the Board of Trustees of PHA. She is presently a Vice President and Senior Relationship Manager at M&T Bank.
Kim lives in Slingerlands with her husband and two daughters. In her free time she enjoys gardening, reading and travel.
Dawn Abbuhl Vice President
Dawn Abbuhl Vice President
Dawn Abbuhl Vice President
Dawn has been involved with the Pine Hollow Arboretum for over 5 years and serves as our Vice President of the Board of Trustees. Dawn is the daughter-in-law of our Founder, Dr. John W. Abbuhl. Dawn is a NYS Licensed Psychologist, and President of Repeat Business Systems, Inc., and serves on numerous boards and committees.
Dr. Abbuhl ha
Dawn has been involved with the Pine Hollow Arboretum for over 5 years and serves as our Vice President of the Board of Trustees. Dawn is the daughter-in-law of our Founder, Dr. John W. Abbuhl. Dawn is a NYS Licensed Psychologist, and President of Repeat Business Systems, Inc., and serves on numerous boards and committees.
Dr. Abbuhl has a strong passion for PHA and is chair of our Development Committee.
Robert Gordon Treasurer
Dawn Abbuhl Vice President
Robert Gordon Treasurer
Bob has been involved with the Pine Hollow Arboretum for over 10 years and serves as the Treasurer. He grew up in the Bronx, farm from any trees, but gained an appreciation for nature during his years at Boy Scout camp. He has served as a member and past president of the Board of Directors of the Friends of Five Rivers, a community member
Bob has been involved with the Pine Hollow Arboretum for over 10 years and serves as the Treasurer. He grew up in the Bronx, farm from any trees, but gained an appreciation for nature during his years at Boy Scout camp. He has served as a member and past president of the Board of Directors of the Friends of Five Rivers, a community member of the Institutional Review Board of Albany Medical College and public member of the NYS Board of Nursing. Bob has Ph.D. in pharmacology and spent his career in pharmacologic research.
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Diane Deacon Secretary
Dawn Abbuhl Vice President
Robert Gordon Treasurer
Diane has been involved with the Pine Hollow Arboretum for over 5 years and serves as the Secretary. She is a life-long resident of the Capital District, is a rose gardener and enthusiast. Born and raised in Schenectady, she is a graduate of St. Rose and Albany Law School. Prior to her retirement, Diane was employed for over 30 years as a
Diane has been involved with the Pine Hollow Arboretum for over 5 years and serves as the Secretary. She is a life-long resident of the Capital District, is a rose gardener and enthusiast. Born and raised in Schenectady, she is a graduate of St. Rose and Albany Law School. Prior to her retirement, Diane was employed for over 30 years as an attorney for the NYS Office of Children and Family Services. She is also an avid singer and currently president of the Octavo Singers of Schenectady.
Our Board
Stephanie Abbuhl M.D.
Stephanie Abbuhl M.D.
Stephanie Abbuhl M.D.
Stephanie is Emeritus Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and was an emergency physician, teacher, researcher, and department administrator over her 40-year medical career at Penn. Most
importantly, as the eldest child of John & Audrey Abbuhl, Stephanie
“inherited” a deep appreciation for the outdoors, trees, a
Stephanie is Emeritus Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and was an emergency physician, teacher, researcher, and department administrator over her 40-year medical career at Penn. Most
importantly, as the eldest child of John & Audrey Abbuhl, Stephanie
“inherited” a deep appreciation for the outdoors, trees, and the beauty of nature, and has a passion for PHA, her backyard growing up. Stephanie and her husband have 3 grown sons and they all love a walk in the woods to identify trees, rejuvenate, and enjoy the natural world.
Scott Hollander
Stephanie Abbuhl M.D.
Stephanie Abbuhl M.D.
Scott has spent most of his career helping start up organizations or those going through major culture and organization change to achieve their business objectives. He is a graduate of Industrial and Labor Relations School, Cornell University and The Lally School of Business at RPI. Recently was Chair of the Board at Jewish Family Service
Scott has spent most of his career helping start up organizations or those going through major culture and organization change to achieve their business objectives. He is a graduate of Industrial and Labor Relations School, Cornell University and The Lally School of Business at RPI. Recently was Chair of the Board at Jewish Family Services and a current Board Member, and a Board Member at the Albany JCC.
Michael Hurt
Stephanie Abbuhl M.D.
Michael Hurt
Michael previously served as the Director of the NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. He is a talented jazz player and lives in Delmar.
Our Board
Mike Klugman
Christian Grigoraskos
Kathryn Cotter
Mike has recently re-joined our Board of the Pine Hollow Arboretum in Spring 2023, however he was a Board Member for many years prior. Mike is the current Middle School Principal for Bethlehem and has been for the last 12 years. Mike is crucial to the success of PHA'S environmental education programs.
Kathryn Cotter
Christian Grigoraskos
Kathryn Cotter
Katy Cotter is the Director of Marketing at Discover Albany with nearly 10 years of experience leading
the marketing and communications efforts in the hospitality and tourism industry. As the Destination
Marketing Organization for Albany County, Discover Albany, works to market the county as a destination
for leisure travelers, sports compet
Katy Cotter is the Director of Marketing at Discover Albany with nearly 10 years of experience leading
the marketing and communications efforts in the hospitality and tourism industry. As the Destination
Marketing Organization for Albany County, Discover Albany, works to market the county as a destination
for leisure travelers, sports competitions and host for meetings and conventions.
Katy previously served as the Communication Project Manager at the New York State Hospitality and
Tourism Association, and the Marketing and
Communications Manager at the Alzheimer’s Association of Northeastern New York.
Katy currently serves on the marketing committees for the Downtown Albany Business Improvement
District and the New York State Tourism Industry Association.
Christian Grigoraskos
Christian Grigoraskos
Christian Grigoraskos
Christian is an arborist based in Troy, NY and is very fortunate to spend much of his time in tree canopies all over the capital region. When he is on the ground he can be found raising two children, gardening every bit of space available, renovating old buildings in creative ways, and stewarding land in an urban context including the p
Christian is an arborist based in Troy, NY and is very fortunate to spend much of his time in tree canopies all over the capital region. When he is on the ground he can be found raising two children, gardening every bit of space available, renovating old buildings in creative ways, and stewarding land in an urban context including the permaculture food forest Collard City growers. He is a firm believer that the land is the greatest teacher and hopes to pass his enthusiasm for conscious land stewardship on to the next generation.
Our Staff
Gabrielle Sant'Angelo, Executive Director
David Plummer, Horticulturalist & Volunteer Manager
David Plummer, Horticulturalist & Volunteer Manager
Gabrielle has been the Executive Director of the Pine Hollow Arboretum since May 2020. Previously, she worked at Nine Pin Ciderworks in Albany and Texas Discovery Gardens in Dallas, TX. She is a graduate from SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry with a degree in Environmental Studies, Community Planning, Policy & Law and in 20
Gabrielle has been the Executive Director of the Pine Hollow Arboretum since May 2020. Previously, she worked at Nine Pin Ciderworks in Albany and Texas Discovery Gardens in Dallas, TX. She is a graduate from SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry with a degree in Environmental Studies, Community Planning, Policy & Law and in 2023 received a Graduate of Distinction Award from ESF. Gabby serves as the Secretary for New York Urban Orchards and is a graduate of Leadership Capital Region (2022).
David Plummer, Horticulturalist & Volunteer Manager
David Plummer, Horticulturalist & Volunteer Manager
David Plummer, Horticulturalist & Volunteer Manager
Dave began with the Pine Hollow Arboretum in May of 2024 as the Horticulturalist and Volunteer Manger. Previously, Dave worked as the Farm Manager for Asgaard Dairy in the ADK's and Sun Catcher Farm, and has over a decade of experience in the Farming & Renewable Energies Field. He has a BA from UMass Amherst and grew up in the area. Dave
Dave began with the Pine Hollow Arboretum in May of 2024 as the Horticulturalist and Volunteer Manger. Previously, Dave worked as the Farm Manager for Asgaard Dairy in the ADK's and Sun Catcher Farm, and has over a decade of experience in the Farming & Renewable Energies Field. He has a BA from UMass Amherst and grew up in the area. Dave has a true passion for trees, the land and conservation, and that appreciation comes through with this thoughtful care of the horticultural collection and trails at the arboretum.
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