Coastal Conservation Association (CCA)

CCA Strengthens National Conservation Effort

Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) recently named Pat Murray as Vice President - Director of Conservation for the national organization. Departing his current position as Executive Director of CCA Texas, Murray brings a wealth of experience to CCA as a veteran of marine conservation management.

“This new role for Murray will allow CCA to continue to expand its presence in regional and national advocacy activities while exploring important new areas of growth for the organization,” said CCA National President David Cummins.

Murray began his career at CCA Texas as an Assistant Director in late 1997. After three years focusing on state fundraising, chapter development and advocacy, he took the newly formed position of Communications Director for CCA National, dealing with national media relations and advocacy issues. Murray returned to CCA Texas as Executive Director in 2002 and now rejoins CCA’s National operations with vast experience in local, state and national conservation issues and an intimate knowledge of CCA operations.

“Pat has an extensive background and knowledge of how CCA works on every level,” said Bob Hayes, CCA’s general counsel. “He is knowledgeable in all aspects of fisheries issues and is highly respected in the fisheries management community. With CCA’s growth and achievement through the past years, the creation of this role is a logical and important step.”

CCA was founded in 1977 and has become the preeminent marine conservation organization from the Gulf of Mexico throughout the Atlantic states. Its growth and success are based upon strong state chapters with active volunteer participation on all levels of the association. CCA has an active lobbying presence in Washington DC and expert fisheries consultants for both Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic fisheries management issues.

“I look forward to the challenge,” said Murray. “With so many great volunteers and a strong committee system, I am confident that, together, we will achieve great successes for our coastal resources and the recreational anglers who enjoy them.”

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