The National Audubon Society recently honored Sally Jewell, president and CEO of Recreational Equipment, Inc., at its sixth annual Women In Conservation Luncheon in the Plaza Hotel in New York City. In a statement, Audubon noted that REI is “dedicated to inspiring, educating and outfitting for a lifetime of
outdoor adventure and stewardship.”
The group also noted that Jewell sits on the
boards of the National Parks Conservation Association, Mountains to
Sound Greenway Trust, Initiative for Global Development and the
University of Washington. She also serves on The National Forum on
Children and Nature Advisory Board and the National Parks Second
Century Commission.
Other women honored at the event included:
- Dr. Sylvia Earle: Dr. Earle is an oceanographer, author,
lecturer and National Geographic Explorer in Residence whose work has
expanded awareness and conservation of the fragile marine environment. -
Elizabeth C. Titus Putnam: Ms. Putnam is the president and founder of
the Student Conservation Association, the nation's largest youth
conservation leadership organization. -
Elizabeth Colleton, Jane Evans and Susan Haspel NBC Universal's
“Green is Universal” Initiative: Launched in May 2007, Green is
Universal is NBC Universal's ongoing effort to promote environmental
awareness and action, and to green the company's own operations.
The National Audubon Society was incorporated in 1905 following
protests by women opposing the slaughter of birds for plumed hats. Now
the organization connects people with nature at 50 Audubon Center
across the country.
“Shaping a brighter future is at the heart of what
we are celebrating in all of our honorees today,” said Audubon
President John Flicker.” Their extraordinary accomplishments serve as a
reminder that each of us can make a difference for the environment,
even in these challenging economic times.”
