The Aquarium of the Pacific is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey Flocken as its new President and CEO. He will lead the non-profit Aquarium in its ongoing quest to be a trailblazer in species conservation and animal welfare. He brings to the organization a wealth of knowledge and connections in policy, communications, conservation science, sustainability, fundraising and managing teams to enact change to better the lives of animals, empower communities and save species.

“The Aquarium is not just a place to connect with animals and nature. We are committed to conserving our planet. We already have important programs that are saving species, but want to take this to the next level,” said Aquarium of the Pacific Board Chair Jennifer Hagle. “We are thrilled to welcome Jeffrey Flocken and all of the knowledge and expertise he brings to establish the Aquarium of the Pacific as a national and international leader in conservation.”

Flocken’s prior experience includes roles as President, Humane Society International; North American Regional Director, International Fund for Animal Welfare; International Affairs Specialist at U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Director of Education, Policy and Outreach, Conservation International; and Endangered Species Outreach Manager, National Wildlife Federation. He has a Juris Doctor from the Wayne State School of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Communications and English from the University of Michigan. Flocken is Co-Founder of Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders, an international organization dedicated to training and mentoring up-and-coming leaders in the wildlife conservation field.

“I am honored to be joining the nationally esteemed institution of the Aquarium of the Pacific,” said Jeff Flocken, Aquarium of the Pacific President and CEO. “Having devoted my life to trying to make the planet a better place for animals and people, the Aquarium of the Pacific is the perfect place for me to not only focus on marine life, but also embrace the vibrant community in Long Beach and the greater Los Angeles area.”

During his career, he has delivered major animal welfare and conservation policy victories in the United States, South Africa, United Kingdom, Mexico, the European Union, Vietnam, Costa Rica, South Korea, Canada, Brazil, India, and other countries.

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