Ralph Schultz is Executive Director of the Forest Preserve District of Will County in Joliet, Illinois. In his role at the Forest Preserve, he works with a talented team of individuals charged with “bringing people and nature together” by providing oversight and management of more than 22,500 acres, 127 miles of trails, 4 visitor centers and 52 public access areas. Focusing on conservation and sustainability, his team strives to improve the quality of life and create educational, recreational and environmental benefits for the people of Will County.