Witherell named Executive Director

The Council announces the appointment of David Witherell as its Executive Director, taking over the helm from Chris Oliver who moved on to be the Assistant Administrator for NOAA Fisheries.  Mr. Witherell has worked for the Council for 25 years, and has been the Deputy Director since 2002.  Council Chairman Dan Hull notes that “David brings a long history of Council experience and proven leadership skills as Deputy Director.  We’re very pleased and fortunate that he has accepted the Executive Director position for the North Pacific Council.”