Mission
The mission of the Detroit Zoological Society (DZS) is to create meaningful connections between people, animals and the natural world so all can thrive. The vision of the DZS is to be a force for positive change in a world where animals and nature are valued, understood and protected by all people. The DZS operates the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center.
Executive compensation, broken down
Form 990 · Schedule J · 12 reported individuals · Filing year 2023
Base salaryBonusOther compensationBenefits
| Base salary | Bonus | Other compensation | Benefits | Executive compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Executive Director/CEO director (operational) $550k | |||||
Vp of Development vice president $263k | |||||
Vp of Guest Services, Communications, and Marketing vice president $218k | |||||
Vp of Education vice president $207k | |||||
Associate Vp of Life Sciences vice president $199k | |||||
Vp of Human Resources vice president $182k | |||||
Director of Individual Philanthropy highest compensated employee $168k | |||||
Vp of Life Sciences vice president $162k | |||||
Vp of Diversity and Community Engagement vice president $157k | |||||
Chief of Staff highest compensated employee $155k | |||||
Plus 49 unpaid individuals.
Among peers
Revenue and top compensation, plotted against similar organizations. This organization is highlighted in cyan.
1
NATIONAL AQUARIUM INC2023
$623k
2
ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF PHILADELPHIA2023
$584k
3
DETROIT ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY2023
$550k
4
LINCOLN PARK ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY2023
$523k
5
AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC CORPORATION2023
$486k
6
INDIANAPOLIS ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY INC2023
$408k
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