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Oakland Zoo President & CEO, Dr. Joel Parrott, Announces Retirement After 37 Years
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Taking the helm in 1984 as Oakland Zoo stood on the brink of permanent closure and was deemed ‘one of the ten worst U.S. Zoos’ by the Humane Society, Dr. Parrott’s decades-long leadership, commitment, and vision have made the Oakland Zoo of today a nationally recognized, award-winning, top Bay Area attraction known for excellence in animal welfare, wildlife conservation and rescue.
Dr.Joel Parrot - Preseident and CEO of Oakland Zoo
Dr. Parrott s dedication and value to the Conservation Society of California Oakland Zoo has been, and still is, incalculable. His guiding principles and tireless vision transformed the Zoo into the internationally known, conservation-focused, award-winning organization we know and love today.