long Calgary Zoo Revealed that he will retire at the end of the month.
Led by Dr. Clément Lanthier, President and CEO Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo More than 20 years.
In January, he revealed his plans to retire at the end of 2024, but this has now been brought forward by six months.
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“It has been an honor to lead and work alongside the thousands of amazing staff, volunteers, researchers, educators, partners, donors and others whose dedication to wildlife conservation has inspired the millions of zoo visitors over the years,” he said in a statement.
The company has now formed an executive search committee to find a successor and expects to make an announcement in the coming months.
“We have been extremely privileged to have had Dr. Lancer’s outstanding leadership over the past 20 years and wish him the best in his retirement,” said Jennifer Koury, chair of the Wildlife Research Institute/Calgary Zoo Board of Directors.
Chief Operating Officer Jamie Dorgan will take over as interim CEO.
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