Meet and Greet with CCF’s Founder – Presentation and Dinner Reception

May 1, 2025

6:30 pm

  • Location: Washington, DC, USA
  • Venue: Fraser Mansion
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Dr. Laurie Marker is a conservation scientist and Founder and Executive Director of the Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF). An expert with more than 45 years of experience creating conservation strategies for cheetah specializing in human-wildlife conflict, illegal wildlife trade, community human livelihood programs & captive breeding. Hear more about Dr. Laurie’s work in helping save the cheetah in the wild from extinction. Dr. Laurie is a long-time member of The Explorers Club and is the recipient of the 2020 Explorers Club President’s Award for conservation efforts protecting cheetahs and the Lowell Thomas Award in 2010.

Students ($50), Adults ($75), VIP with reserved seating ($100),

Angel Donation ($200)

Registration and Ticketing, click on the link below:

Location

Historical Fraser Mansion
1701 20th St NW (20th & R St)

CCF Evening Blueprint:

6:30 Arrival & Cocktail Reception

7:15 Introductory Remarks

7:30 Presentation by Dr. Laurie Marker, with Q & A to follow!

Live auction for a once-in-a-lifetime chance to win a Stay with the Cheetahs and visit Cheetah Conservation Fund in Namibia

8:30 Dinner Buffet

Parking:
Recommend ride-sharing or early arrivals to find parking!

Free street parking after 6:30 p.m.

Limited on-site parking is available for handicapped and special needs.

Dress:
Cocktail Attire or Cheetah Print

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