From H-Net New Jersey:
Crossroads Announces New Leadership
The Crossroads of the American Revolution Association is pleased to announce that Noreen Bodman has joined the organization as executive director. “Noreen’s experience with our historic organizations, cultural resources and elected officials is critical as we implement our new management plan to promote greater awareness, enjoyment and preservation of New Jersey’s Revolutionary legacy,” said Kevin Tremble, president of the Association, which was designated by Congress to manage the Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area. “Her track record of development and collaborative partnerships will enable us to tell the story of New Jersey’s crucial role to our nation.”
Ms. Bodman, former state tourism director, has long been involved with preservation and conservation issues through her work in hospitality, tourism and with the Jersey Shore Partnership. Her tenure in Atlantic City included branding, marketing, partnership programs and community outreach. She has been involved in strategic planning and fundraising in the public and private sectors, including higher education and non-profits.
Ms. Bodman’s appointment was the result of a national search launched after the retirement of Cate Litvack, who led the organization for more than six years. “Cate was instrumental in launching the National Heritage Area and developing its new management plan. I look forward to building upon that solid foundation by engaging our partners, our citizens and our visitors in celebrating and taking pride in the history that has made New Jersey a great place to live, to work, to learn and to visit” said Noreen Bodman.
“The National Park Service welcomes Noreen to the National Heritage Area team. We look forward to working with her in our continued partnership to tell the Crossroads of the American Revolution story, which is as important today as it was at the founding of our nation,” said Jill Hawk, superintendent of the Morristown and Thomas Edison National Historical Parks.