By Heather Ferrell

As a result of improved fiscal management and the dedicated commitment of board, membership, and volunteers, the WMA has been able to financially reposition itself and contract with Hauck & Associates, Inc., to manage the daily operations of the organization.

Following the most successful Annual Meetings in the past five years, the Board of Directors of WMA is pleased to announce that Brian Mandrier of Hauck & Associates, Inc. will serve as WMA’s executive director.

Mandrier and WMA’s offices will now be located at Hauck & Associates office in Santa Rosa, CA.  As WMA’s new executive director, Mandrier – with the services of Hauck’s administrative and event team – will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the regional association, overseeing membership services, and planning for WMA’s 2011 Annual Meeting to be held in Honolulu, Hawaii September 23-26, 2011.

Mandrier has several years of experience working with a variety of non-profit associations, including museum associations for the past five years. He will ensure a smooth and active transition from the current all-volunteer support to oversight of WMA’s daily operations. Immediate plans include working closely with the board of directors, committees, and professional colleagues to plan and coordinate the next year of programs so that WMA can better serve our membership, expand our corporate partnership program, and build upon the success of our Annual Meeting.

Brian Mandrier grew up in Pittsburgh, PA and attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He recently moved to Bay Area with his wife and one-year old daughter. He enjoys travelling, golf and is a food and wine enthusiast.

Please join the WMA’s Board of Trustees in welcoming Brian Mandrier as its new Executive Director!  Brian Mandrier can be reached at 707-578-6277 or director@westmuse.org.