Our Board of Directors

Gilbert Butler – President & Board of Directors

Born in Utica, New York, Gilbert Butler has spent a lifetime navigating the intricacies and nuances of the financial realm. As the founder and president of both the Butler Capital Corporation and Black River Management, Mr. Butler continues to participate in the world of finance while pursuing philanthropic goals highlighting environmental awareness and lifetime aerobic activity. He maintains strong ties to the state of Maine through the work of his foundation, and his investment in the communities of the coast and now the North are an exceptional tribute to his mission. He endeavors to share his passion for health, fitness and the environment through a variety of programs including the development of Program and Potato Hill Farm Outdoor Education Center, located in upstate New York. He is an experienced outdoorsman who travels the world with bike, paddle, boots, and skis in hand.