For Immediate Release
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CCA Pacific Northwest Hires New Executive Director
Vancouver, WA – After an extensive search, The Oregon and Washington state chapters of the Coastal Conservation Association have appointed Bryan Irwin as the Executive Director for the Pacific Northwest. As a lifelong outdoorsman and long-time conservationist and resident of the Pacific Northwest, Irwin brings a wealth of experience to CCA.
“Our search committee, comprised of members of both state boards, met with an exceptional group of qualified candidates,” said Gary Loomis, Chairman of CCA Pacific Northwest. “The committee unanimously concluded that Bryan brings a unique set of talents and skills to CCA that will serve our members at a critical time in the organization’s history. As a CCA member and an avid angler, Bryan has a rich understanding of the Pacific Northwest’s complex fisheries issues and comprehensive knowledge of CCA’s operations.”
Irwin is recognized as an established leader in sales, marketing and client relations, with nearly 20 years of experience selling and managing commercial insurance accounts. His ability to manage diverse clients and his commitment to problem-solving, communication and product innovation resulted in significant revenue increases for his company.
An active member of the community, Irwin previously served as the president of the Tom McCall (Portland, OR) chapter of the Association of Northwest Steelheaders. He has also been actively involved in CCA since the organization first expanded into the Pacific Northwest.
Irwin will begin his new role with CCA in early October.
“We are pleased to welcome Bryan to the CCA team,” said David Cummins, President of CCA. “We are confident that his strong business experience and leadership skills will strengthen CCA’s Pacific Northwest chapters, which have been a powerful engine for growth in this region.”
About CCA
Coastal Conservation Association is a non-profit organization comprised of 200 chapters in 17 coastal states spanning the Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic and Pacific coasts. In 2007, CCA expanded into the Pacific Northwest and the organization has grown to more than 8,000 members and continues to launch chapters in both Oregon and Washington. As the largest marine conservation organization in the country, CCA’s strength is drawn from the tens of thousands of recreational saltwater anglers who make up its membership. Across the country, CCA’s grassroots influence is felt through state capitals, U.S. Congress and, most importantly, in the conservation and restoration of our marine resources.
