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August 4, 2016Humane Society’s Brad Shear Elected to International Board
Mohawk Hudson Humane Society President and CEO Brad Shear has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Society of Animal Welfare Administrators (SAWA), an international nonprofit individual membership organization of professionals in animal welfare, care and control, dedicated to the advancement of the industry. SAWA strives to advocate humane ideals through professional development of members. Animal welfare leaders network with peers, establish mentor relationships, share best practices, and form successful collaborations. Founded in 1970, SAWA currently has more than 1,000 members from the United States, Canada and Australia.
“We are thrilled to have Brad join SAWA’s Board of Directors. He brings a wealth of experience and leadership to our association and will be an outstanding addition to our powerhouse board,” said Jim Tedford, SAWA President & CEO.
In 2010, Shear was accredited as a Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA), a program developed by SAWA for top-level managers working in nonprofit and municipal agencies to gain recognition for their knowledge, experience and expertise. Candidates must meet strict eligibility requirements and pass an exam in leadership, management, and animal welfare experience.
Originally from New York City, Shear has been the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society’s Executive Director since April of 2007 and has been working in the animal welfare field for 19 years in Colorado, Georgia and New York.
