Long-term 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 Over twenty 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 is an extraordinary honor and privilege to lead and work with the thousands of amazing staff, volunteers, researchers, educators, partners, donors and others whose dedication to wildlife conservation has inspired the millions of visitors who have visited zoos over the years,” he said in a statement.
The company has now formed an executive search committee to find a successor and is expected to make an announcement in the coming months.
“We have been extremely privileged to have had Dr. Lanthier’s outstanding leadership over the past 20 years and wish him the best in his retirement,” said Jennifer Koury, chair of the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Board of Directors.
Chief Operating Officer Jamie Dorgan will take over as interim CEO.
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