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MONTEREY AUDUBON SOCIETY HIRES FIRST EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Established in 1940 and Volunteer led Until 2021


Monterey Audubon Society, a nonprofit dedicated to the conservation and celebration of the birds and wildlife of the greater Monterey Bay region, is proud to announce the appointment of Shannon Conner as its first Executive Director. Founded in 1940, the organization has been volunteer-led until recently, marking this as a significant milestone in its evolution.


Shannon Conner, a passionate advocate for the environment and community-based conservation, moved to the Monterey Bay region in 2006 to study at California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB). It was here, through scuba diving, that she fell in love with the area's rich natural beauty and decided to make it her permanent home. While working at the Monterey Bay Aquarium in various roles, Shannon's commitment to ocean conservation deepened.


During her graduate studies with Miami University's Project Dragonfly, Shannon completed fieldwork in Belize, where her focus on community-based conservation grew stronger, and she developed a newfound appreciation for birds. This experience shaped her approach to helping people understand their potential to make a difference in the natural world.

In 2020, Shannon earned her MA in Biology, specializing in conservation education. She later worked at the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, building community-based educational programs like Watershed Guardians. Earlier this year, Shannon also earned an MS in Nonprofit Administration from Louisiana State University, Shreveport with a focus on fundraising and organizational leadership.


Shannon shared her enthusiasm about stepping into this new role, stating, "I am excited to work with the Monterey Audubon Society to expand our capacity for conservation and to build meaningful, community-driven solutions. Together, we will ensure that future generations will continue to benefit from and appreciate the incredible biodiversity of the Monterey Bay region."


As the first Executive Director of the Monterey Audubon Society, Shannon will focus on strengthening the organization’s presence, implementing strategic fundraising initiatives, and working to strengthen collaborative relationships within the community. Her appointment marks a new era for the organization, as it seeks to further its mission of protecting the region's avian wildlife and natural habitats.


Please join us in welcoming Shannon! Shannon.Conner@MontereyAudubon.org



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MONTEREY AUDUBON SOCIETY, PO BOX 5656, CARMEL, CA, 93921, USA   

Contact us: Info@MontereyAudubon.org

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The Monterey Audubon Society is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt, nonprofit organization, EIN 94-2397544. Contributions are tax-deductible.

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