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The American Anthropological Association Announces Executive Director Hire

Ady Arguelles-Sabatier

The American Anthropological Association (AAA) announced Ady Arguelles-Sabatier in the position as executive director.

Prior to her hiring at the AAA, Arguelles-Sabatier spent over two decades working with social entrepreneurship projects and non-profit fundraising. Holding titles of senior executive director of development, innovation philanthropy and FIU (Florida International University) ventures, and interim senior executive director of corporate relations at FIU. As well as raising nearly $850 million for the FIU Foundation’s Next Horizon Campaign, she has also contributed to raising more than $3.6 million while serving as director of sponsorship and activation for the City of Miami Beach’s centennial celebration.

In the position of executive director, Arguelles-Sabatier will oversee guiding the organization’s strategic direction. She will also be responsible for enhancing member engagement and advocating for the importance of anthropology in communities.

"Ady Arguelles-Sabatier’s extensive experience in the field, strategic acumen, and commitment to promoting anthropological scholarship make her the ideal leader to guide the AAA into its next chapter,” said AAA President Ramona Pérez. “Her dedication to promoting inclusivity and advancing anthropological research will undoubtedly propel the association forward. I have full confidence in Arguelles-Sabatier’s leadership and look forward to working closely with her to further our mission."

This information is based on a press release from The American Anthropological Association .

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