Margaret is thrilled to return to AFTC, supporting the lands program and strengthening Alaska’s farming community by connecting landowners with aspiring farmers. She proudly considers herself a cheerleader for others’ dreams, a passion that has shaped her career. From helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses through Scribe Away to promoting Alaska agriculture with Alaska Farm Tours and protecting farmland with the Alaska Farmland Trust, Margaret has dedicated herself to making a positive impact.

When she’s not advocating for local farms, you’ll find her immersed in a good book, tackling trails at a leisurely “sloth-like” pace, or enthusiastically experimenting in the kitchen. She lives in the Butte with her husband, two kids, and a mischievous dog.

Leslie grew up in Alaska, is a resident of Palmer and makes her home on the Springer Loop System. She recognizes the value of protecting farmland and wanted to ensure that the agriculture industry remains a viable choice for the next generation of Alaskans.

Read a Letter from Leslie about how Development Pressure impacts Alaska’s Food Security.

Daniel has lived in Alaska since 1996 and the Mat-Su Valley since 2003.  His family loves the Valley for its many landscapes including its farms and farmland.  Daniel oversees lands and resources matters for Bristol Bay Native Corporation and brings legal and natural resources management experience to the Alaska Farmland Trust.  New to the Board in late 2021, Daniel looks forward to this opportunity to work on farmland preservation and ensuring the qualities that make the Mat-Su Valley so special today continue to exist for all Alaskans far into the future.

Sabrena Combs joined the Alaska Farmland Trust Board in 2024. She brings nearly two decades of experience in public relations and communications at Matanuska Electric Association, where she focuses on social media, internal communications, event planning, and energy education. A dedicated community volunteer, Sabrena also serves on the boards of Academy Charter School and Palmer Little League. A former Palmer City Councilmember, she remains active in local and statewide policy discussions. Sabrena is deeply passionate about preserving Alaska’s farmland and advancing food security for all Alaskans. She lives in downtown Palmer with her husband, Dave, and their two sons, Jackson and Riker.