Alec Griswold

Founder

With over a decade of experience in the outdoor industry, Alec has refined his skills in outdoor leadership and education. As an alumnus of the National Outdoor Leadership School and founder of two adventure outfitters (ACKkayak & Patagon Adventures) he is proficient in risk management, environmental education, and business management. Furthermore, he has worked as an environmental consultant for various Conservation organizations. Most recently he became manager of TownPool, a retail/marketing company, based in Nantucket and Boston. Along with his passion for the outdoors he has become an ambassador for youth mentoring in the Boston area. Currently he is a mentor in the Big Brother Big Sisters program as well as a certified instructor in the field of Positive Youth Development. As the Founder of Elevate Youth, Alec continues his work in highlighting the importance of nature and mentorship in the lives of underserved youth.

Alec grew up in Butler, Maryland and has been living in the Boston area for the past 9 years.

Alec has now turned his focus to engaging communities of color in the outdoor world. Alec is responsible for creating and maintaining program partners and sponsorships. He currently heads the fundraising development committee and works closely with the Board to engage donors and community leaders. Alec attended Dickinson College, where he studied Political Science and played Lacrosse. He went on to the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) and spent several years in Chilean Patagonia. He is a graduate of the 2018-2019 cohort of the Emerging Leaders Program at UMass Boston and resides in Charlestown, MA. Alec is a passionate outdoorsman and an advocate for youth mentoring in Massachusetts.

Click here to see short video of Alec speaking about the creation of Elevate Youth.