Speakers

Guard it well, for it is far more precious than money…once destroyed, nature’s beauty cannot be repurchased at any price.”

– Ansel Adams

  • Mrs. Laura Bush

    Mrs. Laura Bush

    As Honorary Chair of the National Park Foundation, Mrs. Bush is proud to be a part of the effort to ensure that all children have the opportunity to experience America’s amazing landscapes and learn the value of environmental and cultural stewardship.

  • David Rockefeller, Jr.

    David Rockefeller, Jr.

    David Rockefeller visited his first national park, Canyon de Chelly National Monument, on a family vacation. It was a moment that inspired him to continue a family tradition of supporting America’s natural and cultural treasures.

  • Henry Paulson

    Henry Paulson

    As Treasury Secretary, Henry Paulson is the President's leading policy advisor on a broad range of domestic and international economic issues. He is also an avid birder.

  • The Honorable Dirk Kempthorne

    Dirk Kempthorne

    Dirk Kempthorne was confirmed as the 49th Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior on May 26, 2006, in a voice vote by the U.S. Senate. In this capacity, he serves as chariman of the National Park Foundation.

  • Tommy Franks

    Tommy Franks

    In an op-ed this July, General Franks reminded us that “what is required of us to secure our national parks’ future is well worth the investment to guarantee such a priceless treasure for our children and theirs.” General Franks will deliver his keynote address at lunch on Monday.

  • Vin Cipolla

    Vin Cipolla

    When the opportunity arose to lead the National Park Foundation, successful entrepreneur, Vin Cipolla set aside private sector pursuits to devote his full energy to bringing the rich resources of the park system closer to all Americans.

  • Mary Bomar

    Mary Bomar

    From Texas to Oklahoma, Colorado, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C., Director Bomar has been an unwavering steward of our national parks. Director Bomar will share the latest on the President’s Centennial Initiative.

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