National Eagle Center Welcomes New Executive Director: Ed Minnema
Wabasha, MN – The National Eagle Center is excited to welcome its new Executive Director, Ed Minnema
Minnema brings a strong and diverse skillset to the Center which he has developed through over 25 years of educational, corporate, and administrative leadership experience. He comes to Wabasha having most recently served as the Vice President of Operations for the Native American Community Development Institute in Minneapolis, MN. He has previously served as an Assistant Professor of American Indian Studies at the University of Minnesota-Duluth, and as an educator and administrator at both the elementary and high school level.
Minnema received his Masters Degree in Education – Teacher Development from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota in 2001 and his Doctorate in Educational Policy and Administration from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities in 2007. He also holds numerous certifications in nonprofit leadership.
“The National Eagle Center board is very excited and enthusiastic about Mr. Minnema‘s new role as Executive Director,” said National Eagle Center Board Chair, Toni Smith. “We are also grateful to Karlin Symons, Interim Director, who provided strong leadership over the last nine months. The coming years will bring innovation and advancement with Mr. Minnema’s leadership.”
Minnema started on October 1. “The National Eagle Center is a world-class institution, and a testament to the Board’s vision over the past few decades”, said Minnema. “I’m honored to be selected to lead the next evolution of the Center. With the expertise of our staff, the generosity of our donors, and the giving spirit of our volunteers, I’m pleased to say our Eagle relatives are in good hands.”
The National Eagle Center is a nature center and museum located in Wabasha, MN and connects people to eagles in nature, history, and culture. It offers up-close eagle experiences, daily programs, and the American Eagle Gallery, home to the world-class Preston Cook American Eagle Collection. For more information about the National Eagle Center, visit nationaleaglecenter.org or call 651.565.4989. The National Eagle Center is an equal opportunity provider.