Marc Heinzman

Experience

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  Kansas City Zoo

  May 2007 - Sept 2007

  Assistant Animal Keeper
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  Niabi Zoo

  Jul 2008 - Oct 2015

  Oversee the general operations of Niabi Zoo. Responsible for the setting the mission and goals of the zoo. Responsible for media relations. Plan and oversee the construction of new and remodeled exhibits and zoo facilities. Solicit support, financial and otherwise, from the surrounding community to further the mission and goals of the zoo. Perform general duties essential to the operation of the Zoo. Assist in overseeing all Zoo staff. Oversee animal care department. Coordinate all marketing efforts and special events for the Zoo. Represent the Zoo through press releases and media appearances. Manage social media representation of the Zoo. Perform daily husbandry tasks for the animals in the Zoo's collection.

  • Zoo Director

    Jan 2012 - Oct 2015

  • Assistant Zoo Director

    Dec 2010 - Jan 2012

  • Animal Handler I

    Jul 2008 - Dec 2010
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  Northwest Trek Wildlife Park

  Oct 2015 - Jun 2024

  Zoological Curator

  Oversee the operations of the zoological department, including animal care, collection planning, habitat development, and other related activities. Responsible for budget planning and implementation.

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  Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders

  May 2022 - Dec 2023

  Fellow

  The Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders (EWCL) training program helps jump-start early career conservation professionals through a combination of skills training, networking opportunities with peers and established practitioners and the completion of a global wildlife conservation initiative. EWCL training addresses a long-standing need for capable leaders in the conservation field who are equipped with a full arsenal of skills to launch well-rounded and successful conservation campaigns and build successful leadership careers in the wildlife conservation profession. Show less

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  Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

  Jun 2024 - now

  Conservation Manager

  I lead the conservation efforts of Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, which includes planning efforts to identify and execute conservation initiatives that engage the community in the care and protection of nature, managing staff, developing partnerships, overseeing conservation advocacy, and serving as a member of our overall senior leadership team.