National Recreation and Park Association
Richard Dolesh has extensive experience in the recreation and park sectors, currently serving as Editor At Large for the National Recreation and Park Association since June 2021. Prior to this role, Richard held several leadership positions within the same organization, including Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Vice President for Conservation and Parks, between July 2002 and June 2020. Richard also contributed as a member of the Children and Nature Forum from 2005 to 2008 and worked as chief NHRD at MNCPPC from 1972 to 2001. Richard is an alumnus of Saint Louis University.
National Recreation and Park Association
The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is the leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. NRPA advances this vision by investing in and championing the work of park and recreation professionals as a catalyst for positive change in service of equity, climate-readiness, and overall health and well-being. NRPA’s network of more than 60,000 park and recreation professionals and advocates represents public spaces in urban communities, rural settings and everything in between. NRPA champions and supports the field of parks and recreation through professional development, advocacy, grants and programs, research, publications and more.