After a comprehensive national search Oxbow welcomed Anne Lowe as their new Executive Director earlier this month. Anne is a nationally recognized land and water conservation leader with 25+ years of experience advancing conservation initiatives, public policy, and collaborative partnerships in nonprofit and local government roles.
Judi Beck, President of Oxbow’s Board of Trustees, had this to say:
“With her deep background in environmental stewardship and nonprofit management, Anne is well positioned to lead Oxbow into its next chapter. She has the skills and expertise to expand Oxbow’s reach, deepen partnerships, and align programs with long-term goals. We are delighted to have her at the helm.”
Her hiring comes during a critical growth period for Oxbow as they launch a new strategic approach to their work. In speaking of her new role Anne says,
“Oxbow’s commitment to land conservation, sustainable agriculture, native plants, and environmental education reflects the same values that have guided my career. I am honored to become its next Executive Director and look forward to working with the staff, board, and community to advance this important mission.”
About Anne
Anne Lowe has a proven track record of building mission-driven strategies, cultivating diverse and durable partnerships, and growing and diversifying financial resources.
Before taking on this new role she served as President & CEO of The National Archaeological Conservancy, Executive Director of Shasta Land Trust, and Board Director at the Colorado Open Space Alliance, and Open Space and Trails Manager for the Town of Breckenridge, Colorado. She has also served as a subject matter expert with the Land Trust Alliance and a commissioner with the Land Trust Accreditation Commission.
In speaking of her work, Ryan Short (co-founder of CivicBrand) says, “Anne is an extremely passionate and talented leader. She is one of the nicest people to work with and that respect and personality makes her an extremely effective leader.”
About Oxbow
Just 25 miles from Seattle, Oxbow cultivates conversation and food security to support and sustain a healthy Cascadia region. Their efforts build a resilient future together span the areas of:
- Agriculture – Using agro-ecological principles to cultivate the land and inform conservation practices
- Conservation – Carrying out ecological restoration projects and preserving biodiversity
- Education – Programs for school-aged children to build environmental literacy
- Native Plants – Using sustainable growing methods to produce plants for habitat restoration projects
Across 240 acres of farmland and forest Oxbow staff and volunteers grow food and native plants, provide immersive experiences, and steward the land along the Snoqualmie River.
About Valtas
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We also offer board advisory services to offer boards the peace of mind they need throughout a transition so they can govern effectively, plan for the future, and build the leadership alignment needed to sustain the mission.
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