A creative, supportive leader with a strong, 20+ year background in developing zoological interpretive plans, conservation education initiatives and programs. Effectively coordinates stakeholders to inspire innovative thinking and design solutions to engage the next generation in wildlife conservation. Talented in strategic development and leadership, beginning with the end in mind, and guiding a team through the planning, execution and evaluation of projects. I am willing to take risks, try new things, and learn from both success and failure.Champions the vision, development and execution of the zoo’s interpretive master plan and public conservation engagement programming while ensuring diversity, equity, inclusion and decolonization remain top of mind. Noted as a top ten achievement in the zoo’s 2023 AZA accreditation review. Sets strategic vision and priorities for all onsite, educational public engagement programming delivered by a diverse team of staff and volunteers, and non-personal modes including graphics and exhibit props and theming.Leads cross-departmental collaboration with zoo leaders to develop educational outcomes and storylines to drive exhibit design from concept to completion. Drives innovative and inclusive interpretive programming. Co-leads the development of organizational strategic priorities and activities in support of the zoo’s strategic plan, specifically strategic initiatives related to field conservation programs, their alignment to the zoo’s collection, and the development of the zoo’s Conservation Action Program.. Participates in the zoo’s Arts Steering Committee and Project Leadership TeamSecures funding in support of Conservation Engagement programs and overall zoo education funding. Annual budget development, tracking and reporting.