Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation has new Executive Director
This past Tuesday the Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation (RILF) announced the selection of Captain David McCurdy as the new Executive Director of the organization. Capt. McCurdy officially joined RILF on April 28th, replacing retiring ED Charlotte Johnson. A resident of Middletown, Capt. McCurdy has a strong background in environmental science and community outreach and he will bring new energy and a fresh perspective to the organization. With a varied background and strong interpersonal skills it is anticipated that Capt. McCurdy will be able to help the RILF grow and engage its membership, while continuing a proud tradition of historic preservation, environmental protection, public access, and education.
"We are extremely pleased to have found such a terrific match for RILF,"said Carol Trocki, President of RILF's Board of Directors. "David is talented and engaging, with creative ideas and a charming personality. His strong communication skills and diverse background make him the perfect person for this position. We are all very much looking forward to working with him."
The organization is also fortunate to have retiring ED Charlotte Johnson continuing her work for the RILF in a new role as Capital Campaign and Project Manager, where she will help to implement goals for further island restoration and preservation.
About the Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation
Rose Island Lighthouse sits in Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island, one mile off shore on an 18.5-acres island. The Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation (RILF) was formed in 1984 to restore the lighthouse and its property and become a hands-on demonstration center and living classroom to teach stewardship, conservation and sustainable living through responsible use of its natural resources.
The mission of the Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation is to preserve the historic and environmental integrity of Rose Island, to maintain and operate its lighthouse, and to provide education and public access for all people.
Visit the Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation at www.roseislandlighthouse.org
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