Delaware Nature Society launches search for executive director

Anne Harper, executive director of Delaware Nature Society, announced she will be retiring as of Wednesday, June 30. After a total of four years of service in two different roles, Harper will be moving out of state to join family.

"I am so grateful to the DelNature board of directors, staff and community for the opportunity to serve as executive director for the past three and half years,” said Harper. “The last 14 months of the pandemic have prompted me to rethink my personal priorities, and I have decided to move to North Carolina to be nearer my children and grandchildren. As Delaware moves into a new normal, DelNature will remain committed to environmental education, conservation and advocacy. I am excited to see where the organization goes in the future."

“On behalf of the entire Delaware Nature Society community, I want to thank Anne for her leadership, especially through the incredibly challenging pandemic. The organization is in a strong position because of her leadership. The board is committed to maintaining this position of strength, grateful to the many staff, donors and volunteers who support our mission, and look forward to building toward an even stronger future,” said Dawn Rittenhouse, Delaware Nature Society board chair.

The board will immediately launch a national search for a new executive director.