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Monday, Jul 29, 2024

Zoo Announces CHRO and SVP of People and Culture

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is proud to announce the appointment of Megan Rachal as the new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Senior Vice President of People and Culture. In this role, Megan will lead the strategy and vision for all aspects of an employee’s work experience for the organization and will be a catalyst for initiatives to enhance workplace culture and support being an employer of choice in the region and within the zoo and aquarium industry. ... Read More
Posted by Jacey Kallsen at Monday, Jul 29, 2024
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Monday, Jun 24, 2024

Zoo Announces SVP of Guest Experience, Brand and Revenue

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is proud to announce the appointment of Megan Longo as the new Senior Vice President of Guest Experience, Brand and Revenue. This pivotal role will see Megan spearheading the development, implementation and refinement of mission-aligned strategies aimed at fostering brand loyalty through exceptional guest experience.  The search, recruitment and selection process was highly competitive and national in scope. Led by our consulting firm, Shelli H... Read More
at Monday, Jun 24, 2024
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Tuesday, Apr 16, 2024

Zoo Announces Return of Party for the Planet

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is celebrating Earth Day with an educational event hosted by the Zoo Academy high school students. Party for the Planet will feature a sustainability market, educational booths, a scavenger hunt and more. The event will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium’s Zoo Academy is a two-year program for high school juniors and seniors in the Omaha and Council Bluffs metro. Zoo Academy p... Read More
Posted by Jacey Kallsen at Tuesday, Apr 16, 2024
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Wednesday, Mar 13, 2024

Zoo Announces Results of 10Best Readers' Choice Awards

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, the Desert Dome and Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park all took first place spots in the 2024 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium for Best Zoo, the Desert Dome for Best Zoo Exhibit and Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park for Best Safari Park. This is the second year in a row the Zoo has swept all three categories. Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium won Best Zoo for the second year in ... Read More
Posted by Jacey Kallsen at Wednesday, Mar 13, 2024
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Sunday, Mar 3, 2024

Zoo Announces Name of Fifth Elephant Calf

Meet Hondo, the name of our newest African elephant calf. Pronounced “hon-doh,” the name as chosen by a Zoo donor and their family and in African countries, means “warrior” or “fighter.” Hondo, who is two weeks old today, now tips the scale at 248 pounds. He and the herd continue to serve as a reminder of continued growth and the Zoo’s overall commitment to this endangered species since its return to Omaha in 2016.  "With this calf, our herd is ... Read More
Posted by Jacey Kallsen at Sunday, Mar 3, 2024
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Tuesday, Feb 27, 2024

Zoo Announces Hoppin' Hotcakes Event

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is excited to announce an Easter event, Hoppin’ Hotcakes on Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The family-favorite Breakfast with the Bunny returns with an all-new name and even more to enjoy! Hoppin’ Hotcakes will feature an egg hunt with age-specific prizes and treats, a pancake breakfast from The Pancake Man, photo opportunities and bird-themed activities and crafts. Read More
Posted by Jacey Kallsen at Tuesday, Feb 27, 2024
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Monday, Feb 19, 2024

Zoo Announces Fifth African Elephant Calf

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is thrilled to announce the birth of a male African elephant calf just before 9 a.m. on Sunday, February 18. The mother of the calf is 12-year-old Omma.  This is the fifth calf born at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, joining half-siblings: 2-year-olds Eugenia and Sonny, 1-year-old Mopani and 6-month-old Amandra. The calves’ father, 23-year-old Callee, was moved to another zoo in May as part of the Association of Zoos and Aqua... Read More
Posted by Jacey Kallsen at Monday, Feb 19, 2024
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Monday, Feb 5, 2024

Zoo Announces USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Nominations

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is excited to announce its nomination in three categories for the USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Awards – Best Zoo,” the Desert Dome for “Best Zoo Exhibit” and Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park for “Best Safari Park.” The 10Best Awards, hosted by USA Today, spotlight the best of the best across various industries. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium has been recognized for its commitment to conservation, education... Read More
Posted by Jacey Kallsen at Monday, Feb 5, 2024
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