Lake Winnipesaukee Alliance Welcomes Two New Board Members

The Lake Winnipesaukee Alliance has elected two new members to its Board of Directors: Jon Dayton from Meredith and John W. Marriott III from Moultonborough.

“Jon Dayton and John Marriott bring a broad range of business experience and expertise to our board as well as a deep commitment to protecting the water quality of our lake,” said LWA Board Chair Mark Ishkanian.

Jon Dayton brings 39 years of commercial real estate experience across New England and major U.S. metropolitan markets. He co-founded Farley White Management Co., where he served as a Principal and Director of Property Management. He later held senior roles at Edens and Brookwood Financial Partners, where he built a national property management practice supporting a portfolio of more than 10.5 million square feet of Class A office space and served as a Director and member of the Executive Committee. Jon’s expertise spans real estate operations, property and asset management, construction management, lease and contract negotiation, team leadership, and financial management. Jon grew up in the Boston area and has been coming to Bear Island on Lake Winnipesaukee since 1960. Today, he and his wife, Nancy, split their time between Scottsdale, Arizona and summers on Bear Island, enjoying skiing, hiking, traveling, and life on Lake Winnipesaukee.

John W. Marriott III is an entrepreneur and longtime hospitality leader. He founded JWM Family Enterprises and helped develop 16 hotels managed by Marriott International. John spent three decades with Marriott International and served on its Board of Directors from 2002-2014. He also launched TessArae, a life sciences company focused on genetic testing for infectious and inherited diseases. He was also a longtime board member of the National Zoo. John has been coming to Lake Winnipesaukee since his birth and is particularly focused on protecting the water quality of the lake.

“In the face of unprecedented threats, our success in protecting Lake Winnipesaukee requires visionary leadership and passionate commitment. Jon Dayton and John Marriott embody both and we are incredibly fortunate to have them aboard at this pivotal time,” said Eric Siy, LWA Executive Director.

The Lake Winnipesaukee Alliance (LWA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the water quality and natural resources of Lake Winnipesaukee and its watershed. The LWA applies scientific research to inform and engage a growing network of stakeholders as direct participants in Lake protection. Visit winnipesaukee.org to learn more about the LWA, including the full listing of Board members and staff representing the entire watershed.