Meet our Woods and Wildlife Board Members

Javin Hoover

Javin Hoover is an impassioned outdoorsman, skilled manager, and committed business owner who has combined his passion for nature with his entrepreneurial spirit. He currently serves as the Manager of Operations at the WoodsWildlife Outdoor Show, a prominent event in the outdoor lifestyle industry, where he plays a pivotal role in driving the show’s overall success.

Born with an innate love for the outdoors, Javin has managed to integrate this passion into his professional pursuits. His deep understanding of the outdoors, combined with his ability to manage complex logistics, has seen him succeed in the challenging role of managing operations at the WoodsWildlife Outdoor Show. His responsibilities at the show range from managing vendors to ensuring smooth execution of events, all while maintaining a focus on promoting outdoor pursuits and conservation.

In addition to his role at the WoodsWildlife Outdoor Show, Javin owns and operates LakeCountry Logging. This logging company is not your typical timber enterprise. LakeCountry Logging is recognized for its unique approach to forestry, specializing in economical, low-impact logging. This method aligns with Javin’s personal commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices, ensuring the preservation of forests for future generations.

Javin’s expertise in forestry, combined with his respect for nature, makes him a critical asset to both LakeCountry Logging and the WoodsWildlife Outdoor Show. Despite the demands of his work, he still makes time to personally engage in outdoor pursuits, furthering his understanding and appreciation of the natural world. His love for the great outdoors is not just a hobby, but a way of life that he continually promotes in his professional endeavors.

Respected by his peers for his dedication and hard work, Javin Hoover has made a significant impact in his field. His contributions to the Woods and Wildlife Outdoor Show and Lake Country Logging are not just about profit, but about promoting a lifestyle that respects and cherishes the natural world. He is a true embodiment of the belief that business and nature can coexist harmoniously.

Jonathan Horst: A successful Entrepreneur in Modular Homes

Jonathan Horst is the owner of Horst Custom Homes, a company that specializes in selling and building modular homes. He has been in construction for 10 years and started his business in 2022. He has built a reputation for delivering high-quality modular homes that offer lower cost, faster construction, higher quality and environmental friendliness. He works with reputable manufacturers and suppliers and provides financing options and warranties for his customers.

Jonathan lives in Canandaigua, New York with his wife. He enjoys fishing and reading books. He is also a family man and a community leader who supports education, health, and social causes. He is proud of his work and always looks for new opportunities and challenges to grow his company and improve his skills. He is a visionary leader in real estate and the modular home industry and an inspiration to many.

Shelly Nicoletta

Shelly joined as Woods and Wildlife marketing partner in 2023 and oversees all marketing communications and advertising through Vanderbilt Creek Marketing Agency. She resides in Clyde, NY with her husband Anthony and four children. In her spare time, she enjoys her garden, golf, skiing, boating with friends and family and most important of all, raising the kids.

Curvin Nolt

Curvin works in the construction field. As a partner in the Woods and Wildlife Outdoor Show, our mission was to create an event to share our passion for the outdoors and the beautiful Finger Lakes region. Curvin resides in Canandaigua with his wife and two young children. He enjoys fishing, boating and the outdoors. His goal in life is to share and pass on his love of the outdoors to his family and everyone else he encounters. Curvin oversees and manages the hunting and fishing sector of the Woods and Wildlife Outdoor Show.