After controversial departure, Newfields opens search for new leader
The search for a new leader at Newfields comes three months after former President and CEO Colette Burnette announced her unexpected departure.
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The search for a new leader at Newfields comes three months after former President and CEO Colette Burnette announced her unexpected departure.
Seven Newfields board members will launch the recruiting process in conjunction with Chicago-based search firm Koya Partners.
Membership on the board of trustees, which decreased from 30 to 24, is currently at 26 after additions of Robert Scheele and Leon Jackson.
Two more Board of Trustees members at Newfields have stepped down. The museum confirmed the departures on its governing board following a meeting this week.
The resignations follow the November departure of the president and chief executive officer, and four members of the Board of Trustees.