Zak is the Senior Associate of Advocacy and Outreach at the NYC Bird Alliance, where he works with communities across New York City, city officials, and partner organizations to grow awareness and inspire action for bird conservation. After spending five years outside the City working in a range of roles across sustainability, outdoor recreation, and conservation, he earned his Master’s in Conservation Leadership from Colorado State University in December 2024. When he’s not working, he enjoys skiing, fishing, hiking, and most things outdoors. His favorite National Park is Acadia National Park.