Erie Humane Society executive director says she resigned after nearly 10 years on the job
(This story was updated to accurately reflect the most current information.)
The Erie Humane Society is looking for a new executive director for the first time in nearly 10 years.
The nonprofit organization announced the departure of Nicole Leone on Friday in a three-paragraph news release. It did not mention whether Leone, 41, resigned or was fired from her job, only that she was “no longer employed” by the Humane Society.
Leone said she resigned from the job Thursday.
“This is voluntary. I am pursuing other opportunities,” Leone said. “I’m not at liberty to talk about these opportunities at this time.
“There is a lot of compassion fatigue,” Leone added. “After nearly 10 years, it is time for me to move on.”
Nicole Leone, 41, shown in 2023, is no longer executive director of the Erie Humane Society, according to a news release issued Friday by the nonprofit.
Erie Humane Society names interim executive directors
Emily McCullor, the organization’s marketing manager, and Rob Lewis, facilities manager, will serve as the Humane Society’s interim co-executive directors.
“During this transition, our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome pets in need continues to be our top priority,” Human Society Board President Genna Druzak said in the news release. “We look forward to identifying a new leader for our organization as soon as possible, and are confident in the team we have in place to seamlessly carry out this vital work in the interim.”
Leone is listed as vice president of the Faces of Erie Project, a nonprofit that recently published a book featuring portraits of local people. Leone said that position is a volunteer job.
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This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: Erie Humane Society begins search for new executive director
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