Zoo New York – Board of Directors
Zoo New York Executive Director/CEO Lawrence Sorel
Experienced Executive with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit organization management profession . Skilled in Science Education, Nonprofit Organizations, Wildlife Management, Conservation, Government Relations and Zoo Management . Strong professional graduated from the College of the Holy Cross, MPA course work at Albany State University, GA.
Chair - Mark Irwin
Mark Irwin is the Zoo Technology Program Director at SUNY Jefferson.
Board Treasurer - Philip James
Philip James is a staff accountant at Samaritan Medical center in Watertown. He enjoys traveling the world, being outside with nature, playing and listening to music, and loves learning about different cultures!
Board Secretary & HR Chair - Regina Rybka-Lagattuta
Regina Rybka-Lagattuta has over 20 years of experience as a human resource professional in the positions of Vice President/Chief Human Resources Officer, Vice President, Assistant Vice President, and Director of Human Resources in the government, healthcare, distribution, and retail industries.
Regina currently works for the Development Authority of the North Country
Board of Directors Vice Chair - Ryan Jones
Ryan Jones is the COO and Owner of Advanced Business Systems.
Board of Directors Immediate Past Chair - Justin Hall
Justin Hall is a veterinary practice instructor at the Bohlen Technical Center in Watertown.
Board Member - Tim Reddick
Project Manager at Con Tech Building Systems, Inc.
Board Member Ashley Clifford
Sales & Account Manager for WWNY
Board Member Marie Hess
Marie Hess is the former Department Chair for the SUNY Jefferson Nursing Program, and is now enjoying retirment
Board Member & Education Chair - Cindy Eisenhauer
Cindy Eisenhauer is a wildlife artist with her work displayed at the Sackets Harbor Art Center and Zoo New York.
Board Member & Marketing and Development Chair- Anna Patterson
Anna Patterson is the Executive Director of Ives Hill Retirement Community.
Board Member ex officio- Ken Mix
Ken mix is the Watertown NY City Manager and owner of Meekestead Farm.
Board Member - Andrew Majak
Andrew Majak is the owner and primary physician at Majak Podiatry.
Board Member & Guest Experience Chair - Julie Dame
Julie Dame is a Teller at CBNA