The Nashua River Watershed Association recently announced that Cliff Simmonds has been named as the association's new executive director. Courtesy photo

GROTON, Mass. – The Nashua River Watershed Association recently announced the appointment of Cliff Simmonds as its new executive director.

A seasoned leader of nonprofit organizations, Simmonds brings three decades of experience to this role. He previously served as the executive director of the Beaver Brook Association, Agassiz Village, a youth leadership outdoor program, and most recently, the New Hampshire Children’s Trust. In addition, his environmental experience includes community engagement regarding ecological restoration and EPA Superfund sites.

“Cliff has an impressive record of accomplishment at non-profits that he served, and he brings a strategic approach to leadership, strong communications skills, and tremendous enthusiasm,” said Ralph Baker, president of the NRWA Board of Directors. “We look forward to working together to advance the Association’s positive impact in our communities.”

The NRWA is a regional environmental leader providing water and land protection, ecological restoration, climate resilience and environmental education throughout 32 communities in north central Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire.

“I am both honored and excited to be joining such an incredible organization with a team of highly accomplished individuals, all dedicated to protecting and preserving our invaluable natural resources,” said Simmonds. “My passion for the environment began in grade school and has only deepened over my 30 years as a nonprofit leader. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the continued success of the Nashua River Watershed Association and to build upon the vital work it has done for our community.”