Nature. Brought to you by the Adventure Experts.

Experience is the foundation of great leadership, and the Naventure team has plenty of it. The team’s extensive experience in designing, building and managing outdoor adventure businesses is evident in the seamless experience they provide to their guests. Their keen attention to behind-the-scenes operations allows guests to focus solely on enjoying their adventure. With this team at the helm, guests can expect nothing less than an unforgettable outdoor experience.

Leadership Team

  • Sutton Bacon

    Sutton Bacon

    FOUNDING PARTNER

  • Larry Dove

    Larry Dove

    GENERAL MANAGER
    OCALA FOREST SITES

  • Brian Johnson

    Brian Johnson

    DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
    PISGAH FOREST SITES

  • Chris Lakey

    Chris Lakey

    DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
    OCALA FOREST SITES

  • Cindy Pearce

    Cindy Pearce

    GENERAL MANAGER
    PISGAH FOREST SITES

  • Michael Smith

    Michael Smith

    FOUNDING PARTNER

  • Ken Stamps

    Ken Stamps

    CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

  • Cara Sznurkowski

    Cara Sznurkowski

    OPERATIONS DEVELOPMENT LEADER

  • Janice Toporek

    CONTROLLER + HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

  • Corian Yandel

    Corian Yandel

    OUTDOOR PROGRAMS LEADER
    OCALA FOREST SITES