The Center for Coastal Studies (CCS) today welcomed Anne-Marie Runfola as its new Executive Director.
Her selection in November followed a lengthy, nationwide search. Runfola succeeds Richard Delaney, who is retiring as Executive Director after 17 years, and who will continue to play an important role in the Center’s fundraising efforts.
A veteran in the field of marine conservation, education, and management, prior to joining CCS, Runfola served as Senior Advisor in the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Previously, she also served as Deputy Superintendent at the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary.
Before joining NOAA, Runfola was Deputy Director of the Bronx River Alliance, a non-profit, public-private partnership with the City of New York Department of Parks & Recreation focused on river restoration and environmental justice.
A resident of Falmouth, MA, Runfola has a leadership role with The 300 Committee Land Trust. She is a graduate of Ithaca College, and received a master’s degree from Columbia University’s Teachers College.
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