Mission Statement
To serve the community, the Los Angeles Zoo will create an environment for recreation and discovery; inspire an appreciation of wildlife through exhibitry and education; ensure the highest level of animal welfare; and support programs that preserve biodiversity and conserve natural habitat.
Zoo Director
John R. Lewis
- Denise Tamura, Executive Assistant
Zoo Administration
Denise M. Verret, Deputy Director
Mae Huey, Human Resources Division
Vacant, General Curator
Curtis Eng, D.V.M., Chief Veterinarian
Jason Jacobs, Director of Marketing and Public Relations
Mei Kwan, Director of Administration and Operations
Tom LoVullo, Construction and Maintenance Supervisor
Kirsten Perez, Director of Education
Darryl Pon, Planning and Development Division
Zoo Commission
President: Karen B. Winnick
Vice President: Bernardo Silva
Members:
Kimberly Marteau
Elaine Baylor
Sue Downing, D.V.M.
Richard Lichtenstein, Ex-Officio Member
Please click here for Zoo Commision meeting information
Former Zoo Directors
| Edward Maruska |
2002-2003 |
| Manuel A. Mollinedo |
1995-2002 |
| Dr. Mark A. Goldstein |
1992-1995 |
| Dr. Warren D. Thomas |
1974-1991 |
| Chester E. Hogan |
1971-1974 |
| Dr. Nathan B. Gale |
1968-1971 |
| Dr. Wesley A. Young |
1966-1968 |
Association of Zoos and Aquariums Accreditation
The Los Angeles Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. With its more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats. For more information, visit the AZA website at www.aza.org.
