Loudoun Nature Conservation Project
MEET OUR TEAM
LEADING STAFF
Our current staff is made up of passionate student leaders dedicated to environmental advocacy and community engagement. They oversee LNCP’s day-to-day operations within schools—coordinating cleanups, organizing volunteer opportunities, managing internal communications, and ensuring smooth collaboration between school chapters and community partners. From leading club meetings to maintaining our conservation projects, they serve as the driving force behind LNCP’s mission to protect and preserve our natural spaces.
NATHAN MANU
PRESIDENT
Nathan joined LNCP in August 2024 and quickly became a dedicated leader within the organization, attending every cleanup and contributing valuable insight into LNCP’s mission and operations.
Appointed President in May 2025, he now oversees the organization’s initiatives and community engagement efforts, working to expand LNCP’s impact and strengthen its partnerships. A student at Potomac Falls High School, Nathan is committed to fostering environmental stewardship and inspiring others to take action for conservation.
ENZO GARCIA EGUILUZ
PRESIDENT
Living in Loudoun County his entire life, Enzo brings a colleague and local perspective to LNCP. Attending Potomac Falls High School, he saw the work done and the need for environmental conservation in his community, and chose to start the Nova Nature Conservation Branch of the Loudoun Nature Conservation Project in 2025. he has now joined the executive board for Loudoun Nature Conservation.
Enzo attends Northern Virginia Community College
NAWAF SHEHZAD
PRESIDENT
Like Enzo, Nawaf, who attends Dominion High School, saw the need for strong student conservation in Northern Virginia. Co-founding Nova Nature Conservation in 2025 with Enzo, Nawaf has now joined the executive board for the Loudoun Nature Conservation Project as President.
Nawaf attends Northern Virginia Community College
SHRAY VIJ
VP & Head of Research
Shray joined LNCP in Late 2024 as part of the Water Nitrate Study team, where he played an instrumental role in conducting background research and building the scientific foundation for the project. Now serving as Head of Research, he leads LNCP’s environmental studies and data initiatives, guiding projects from concept to publication.
A junior at Stone Bridge High School, Shray is passionate about applying science to real-world conservation challenges and advancing the organization’s mission through rigorous, impactful research.
Vice President
Alyssa Nisay
Vice President
Nadir
FOUNDING STAFF
Founded in April 2024, LNCP was built by a dedicated group of students passionate about conservation and community service. While these founding members now serve in a reduced capacity, they continue to support the organization through mentorship, strategic guidance, and occasional project involvement. Their legacy and leadership remain integral to LNCP’s continued growth and impact.
RYAN NISAY
Head director & Founder
Growing up in the Potomac Falls Region, Ryan serves as the founder & head director of the Loudoun Nature Conservation Project Non-Profit organization. His vision is to inspire students across youth and communities to become more environmentally conscious and to give back through community service.
Although he is no longer at the forefront of LNCP’s operations, he still works behind the scenes!
He attends Cornell University as a double major in Music and Biological Sciences.
Christian Shire
Co-Founder
With a background in environmental sciences, Christian Shire co-founded the Loudoun organization to address the pressing environmental challenges facing our community. Drawing on expertise and passion, he strives to make a meaningful impact through conservation initiatives. Growing up in the Potomac Area, Christian co-founded LNCP to give back to his community.
Christian now attends Gannon University majoring in Marine Biology
Carter Lepuil
CO-Founder
Musically orientated and having arrived in Virginia just two years ago, Carter Lepuil found a compelling reason to join the Loudoun Nature Conservation Project. Drawn by the organization’s commitment to environmental preservation and community engagement. Carter joined the team with enthusiasm, believing that through collaboration and dedication, positive change can be achieved for both the environment and the community.
Carter is attending Boston Conservatory at Berklee in Trombone Performance.
LOUDOUN NATURE CONSERVATION PROJECT
Made by Students, for Students. Young hearts, green minds, hands-on action; Empowering youth, restoring nature, and fostering community through environmental stewardship in Loudoun County, Virginia.
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