Phillip Fernberg, PhD (Board Chair) is a professor at Utah State University, a landscape architect, researcher, educator, and futures strategist with a passion for connecting people, place, and purpose through environmental stewardship. As Chair of the Board for LDSES, he leads efforts to inspire Latter-day Saints around the world to take action on creation care, whether it be lifestyle changes at home or collective restoration efforts in their congregations and neighborhoods. With a professional background spanning many industries and cultural contexts, Phil’s leadership reflects a deep commitment to modernizing the organization and using stewardship as a bridge between faith, science, and community values.
