Jennifer Brown — Executive Director

Jennifer Brown has called Libby home since 2000, quickly developing a love for the forests, landscapes, and community that make Lincoln County unique. As Executive Director of the Lincoln County Port Authority, she leads efforts to strengthen the local economy while supporting forest health and wildfire resilience. Jennifer focuses on building partnerships, securing funding, and overseeing projects that protect the land, reduce wildfire risk, and create sustainable opportunities for the community. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the woods and trails that make Lincoln County home.

Devon Yarid — Management Forester

Devon is a new resident to Lincoln County, having moved here in May 2024. He obtained a degree in Forest Resource Management and was hired to work in Libby for the Forest Service as a Trails/Recreation Technician. When his job was one of many cuts in 2025, he was blessed with this opportunity to work as the Management Forester for LCPA.

He attends church every Sunday to grow in his faith and regularly volunteers at Kootenai Pets for Life. He is excited to be working in a job that has a direct impact on the people and the community that he is now a part of.

Giovanni Cano — Wildfire Mitigation Specialist

Giovanni has been a resident of Lincoln County since 1998 and graduated from Libby High School in 2017. From there, he ventured on to MSU-Bozeman where he received his bachelor’s degree in Biological Science. He has held various jobs including time at the USFS, Corps of Engineers, Bozeman Tree, and Glacier Thinning.

Overall, Giovanni’s goal is to learn more and to help contribute to our community. He volunteers in the community coaching soccer for Kootenai Rapids, assisting with Wings Walk, and has spent time serving the Libby Area Chamber of Commerce. Giovanni also serves his community as the head coach of the Lady Logger High School soccer team.