Vine tapped to lead Glacier National Park Conservancy

The Glacier National Park Conservancy last week announced the appointment of Tagen Vine as its next leader, effective later this spring. Vine succeeds Doug Mitchell, who retired after nine years of dedicated service to the Conservancy.

Vine brings over three decades of experience in nonprofit leadership and philanthropy to the role. He most recently served as Chief Development Officer at Flathead Valley Community College, and prior to that spent 15 years as President of the Kalispell Regional Healthcare Foundation, where he led major fundraising initiatives, expanded the organization’s philanthropic impact, and cultivated meaningful donor relationships across the Flathead Valley and the broader Montana philanthropic community.

 “Tagen’s depth of experience and proven track record in leading successful fundraising efforts, along with his ability to build strong community partnerships, make him the right leader to advance the Conservancy’s mission. The Board is confident he will strengthen our partnerships, expand our impact, and ensure Glacier National Park continues to receive the philanthropic support it needs and deserves,” said Joe Raudabaugh, Board Chair of the Glacier National Park Conservancy.

“The Glacier National Park Conservancy is an indispensable partner in our work to preserve and protect this incredible place. I congratulate Tagen on his appointment and look forward to our collaboration for the support for Glacier National Park,” said Dave Roemer, Superintendent of Glacier National Park.

“It is a tremendous honor to join the Glacier National Park Conservancy. Glacier is a treasured place to me, as well as being one of the most spectacular and ecologically significant places on Earth. The Conservancy’s role in supporting the park is vital. I am eager to build on the organization’s strong foundation alongside the dedicated staff, board, and partners who make this mission possible,” said Vine in a release.