Former broadcaster and media executive named to lead Erie Humane Society
Joe Lang, a former broadcaster and media executive who has served since 2021 as development director of Lakeshore Community Services, takes over on Aug. 13.
He replaces Nicole M. Leone, who resigned in November after more than nine years on the job.
'We couldn't have found a better person to lead the Erie Humane Society through this new chapter of its 133-year history,' said Jennifer Gornall, president of the organization's board. 'Joe is bringing an incredible amount of energy, ideas and experience to this role. We can't wait to see all the great things he and the organization's highly dedicated staff will do together in the months and years ahead.'
Prior to joining Lakeshore, where he oversees donor relations, grant writing, fundraising and advertising, Lang spent nearly 20 years as program director and operations manager at Next Media/Connoisseur Media.
Lang has also held other roles in sales, promotions and on-air hosting for other local television and radio stations. He can still be heard on 94.7 Bob FM every weekend afternoon.
Lang, who along with his wife, Sue, has fostered pets and adopted a dog through the Erie Humane Society, said in a statement that he's looking forward to his new role.
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'I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to lead an organization that has provided such a critical service to community for so many decades,' he said.
"I'm also grateful to be joining a team of people who are truly invested in what they do and the animals they rescue. This is a passion first and a profession second for all of us, and I can't wait to get started.'
Contact Jim Martin at jmartin@timesnews.com.
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