Nancy Hawkes

Nancy Hawkes is an experienced animal welfare professional currently serving as an Animal Welfare Auditor for American Humane since January 2023, where responsibilities include evaluating organizations for certification within the Conservation Program. Previous roles include Director of Animal Care and General Curator at Woodland Park Zoo, overseeing extensive operations, staff management, and budgetary responsibilities for a complex animal care environment. Additionally, Nancy held positions as Curator of Primates & Small Mammals at Walt Disney World, Interim Curator of Small Mammals at Smithsonian's National Zoo, and Writer/Editor at Geo-Centers. Nancy's academic background includes a PhD in Biology from Princeton University and a BA in Biology and English from Colgate University.