Lisa James, CFRE, to lead Lan Su beginning March 1, 2016
Lan Su Chinese Garden is pleased to announce Lisa James, CFRE, has been named the organization’s new Executive Director upon the retirement of Jane DeMarco, Lan Su’s current Executive Director, on March 1, 2016.
“After an exhaustive national search, the Board of Directors selected Lisa James to lead Lan Su Chinese Garden. With her extensive experience and recognized leadership skills, Lisa quickly became our choice. She will expand Lan Su’s reputation as one of the best examples of a Chinese garden outside of China and we are confident she will lead the organization to new heights as one of Portland’s premier non-profit attractions,” said Board Chair Kathy MacNaughton.
James brings more than 25 years of senior-level experience in marketing, development, strategic planning and non-profit management both as a consultant and previously as the Director of Development at the Portland Japanese Garden.
“I am excited about the opportunity to lead this vibrant organization in the continuing education and engagement of the people of Portland and beyond about the rich cultural history of China with our magnificent garden,” James said.
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