DENVER, May 29, 2008 - The American Humane Association announced that Dale L. Austin has joined the organization in the new position of chief operating officer, reporting to Marie Belew Wheatley, president and CEO.
Austin most recently was senior vice president and chief operating officer for the Federation of State Medical Boards of the U.S., headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Since joining that organization in 1995, he also served as interim chief executive officer for one year.
His previous experience includes positions as chief operating officer, vice president of operations and vice president of nursing for the Salt Lake Regional Medical Center in Salt Lake City (1990-1995); director of patient care services, nursing, for St. Anthony's Hospital Systems in Denver (1987-1990); and several nursing and supervisory positions at St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center in Madison, Wis. (1975-1987).
Austin holds a master's degree in business and bachelor's of science degree in nursing, both from the University of Wisconsin in Madison.
About American Humane
Founded in 1877, the American Humane Association is the only national organization dedicated to protecting both children and animals. Through a network of child and animal protection agencies and individuals, American Humane develops policies, legislation, curricula and training programs to protect children and animals from abuse, neglect and exploitation. The nonprofit membership organization, headquartered in Denver, raises awareness about The Link® between violence to people and violence to animals, as well as the benefits derived from the human-animal bond. American Humane's regional office in Los Angeles is the authority behind the "No Animals Were Harmed"® end-credit disclaimer on film and TV productions, and American Humane's office in Washington, D.C., is an advocate for child and animal protection at the federal and state levels. The American Humane Certified™ farm animal program is the nation's original independent certification and labeling program for humanely raised food. American Humane meets the strong, comprehensive standards of the Better Business Bureau's Wise Giving Alliance, has been awarded the Independent Charities of America's "Best in America" Seal of Approval, and has received a 3-star rating from Charity Navigator, America's leading charity evaluator. Visit www.americanhumane.org to learn more.

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