Don't miss this opportunity to hear the new leader of the Oakland Zoo!
As a 14-year veteran of Oakland Zoo, Nik Dehejia’s role as Chief Executive Officer is integral to all Zoo operations. Nik’s passion for advancing the Zoo into the future, both in wildlife conservation and as a visitor destination, has been key to establishing Oakland Zoo as we know it today.
The Oakland Zoo is passionate about stopping animal trafficking and educating the public about the use of sustainable practices & conservation. On a recent Oakland Zoo-sponsored ecotour to Africa, Nik met with many of the Zoo’s frontline conservation partners there, seeing firsthand the profound impact the Zoo’s ongoing support makes for wildlife abroad.
A member of the prestigious AZA Honors and Awards Committee and the AZA Trends Committee, as well as a board member of the Regional Parks Foundation, Nik’s twin goals of Taking Action for Wildlife and over-arching future progress drives successful projects across Oakland Zoo. His leadership has strengthened the Zoo's financial position, the relationship with the local community and their increasing equity and inclusion across the organization.
All are welcome to attend, but please take a moment to register for this event on our website. It will help us in planning seating needs. Join us for a social gathering after Nik's talk where Nik will be available for your questions and comments.