Association Director – Benjamin Klein

Benjamin joins as Association Director after a long career working in the news media. Over the course of his career, Benjamin has worked in traditional print media, online media and television. He has covered everything from Easter Egg hunts to presidential elections. Benjamin comes with extensive experience covering environmental issues. He has also spent a great deal of time covering the communities surrounding Seneca Lake, as well as the lake itself.

Community Engagement Coordinator – Kelly Blackhurst

Kelly joined Seneca Lake Pure Waters in July 2024. She studied management and business at Skidmore College and later earned her MBA with a concentration in sports management from Misericordia University. Kelly is no stranger to the outdoors; she grew up in the Adirondacks, with 13th Lake in North River, NY, as her playground.

In her spare time, Kelly can be found hiking mountains, skiing, biking, running races, chasing after her sons, and coaching part-time with the William Smith College Field Hockey team. She previously served as the Awards & Digital Communications Manager for the National Field Hockey Coaches Association and has head coaching experience at the NCAA Division III level.