Meet
Our
Board
President
Dan Sheridan
Treasurer
Nelson Zayas
Nelson Zayas was born and raised in NYC and currently resides in Pine Plains, New York, where he is an elementary school teacher. He first learned how to weave in 2000 while attending a survival course in Arizona. In 2014, Nelson began to research his Taino heritage. His research along with his love for weaving produced custom orders and a love for Taino art. In addition, he is co-owner of Sacred Ways with his wife, Lisa Zayas and sole proprietor of Nelson Zayas Tax Services. Nelson also enjoys gardening, bird-watching, astronomy, robotics, and biking.
Vice President
Seth Henry
Seth H. Henry, is a lifelong political peace and environmental activist. Seth works under the name of Green Man Landscapes, which is a Native, Habitat and Edible gardens landscape company. His career is more then just work, it is also his passion. E.L.S.A gives Seth a chance to work to pass along his knowledge and passion to others.