Mote Marine Announces Piekarz as Director of Development

Business

Mote Marine Laboratory has announced that Andria Piekarz accepted the position of Director of Development, effective February 1, 2019. Piekarz will apply her philanthropic leadership experience to Mote’s mission of marine science, conservation and public education. Most recently the Director of Philanthropy for the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast, Piekarz will lead major growth in fundraising efforts for Mote across its diverse array of more than 20 marine science programs, along with its education and outreach programs that translate scientific discoveries to benefit marine ecosystems and the public. Philanthropic giving is essential to Mote’s success, accounting for 40 percent of the funding for Mote’s Research Division in the past year and complementing the array of competitive government grants and agreements secured by Mote scientists.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

« View The Thursday Feb 7, 2019 SRQ Daily Edition
« Back To SRQ Daily Archive

Read More

Constructional Progress on New Youth Shelter

Constructional Progress on New Youth Shelter

Dec 15, 2025

SRQ Magazine Presents 2025 Giving Coast Luncheon

SRQ Magazine Presents 2025 Giving Coast Luncheon

Barbie Heit | Dec 11, 2025

Reimagining What's Possible For Children and Families

Reimagining What's Possible For Children and Families

Dec 10, 2025

Heartwarming Holiday Surprise for Sarasota Veteran and Family

Heartwarming Holiday Surprise for Sarasota Veteran and Family

Dec 10, 2025