Kim Cavendish: 2017 Outstanding Service Award Recipient The Museum of Discovery and Science hosted PNC Bank Journey to the Amazon Gala on Saturday, October 28, 2017. This year’s gala honored Kim Cavendish, Museum President and CEO, with the Outstanding Service Award for 30 years of loyal service and outstanding accomplishments. Cavendish has led museums since 1981 and, during that time, has served as the chief executive officer for Orlando Science Center, the Virginia Air and Space Center and the Museum of Discovery and Science, along with its forerunner, The Discovery Center. In total, she has contributed her brand of exemplary museum leadership to the museum industry for more than 36 years. Jonathan Ferrando, Vice Chairman and Immediate Past Chairman of the Museum’s Board of Trustees, said “During her tenure, Kim has grown the Museum from its modest beginnings in 1977 as The Discovery Center to what you know it for today. In doing so, she has led three successful capital campaigns totaling over 68 million dollars. All of these milestones of growth have allowed the Museum to offer the very best in science education to the community and beyond. Her commitment has been outstanding and its positive effects will be felt for years to come.” “Kim is a true visionary for the Museum who has helped to turn it into one of the most sustainable, well-respected institutions in Fort Lauderdale. She has put in place a talented, qualified Board and staff while building a strong foundation from which we can continue to grow the Museum throughout the long term. I have had the privilege of seeing firsthand the positive impact of Kim’s organizational leadership, and know that her insight will help to create a smooth transition to a new CEO. I wish her the best in all of her new endeavors,” said Kenneth Stiles, CEO Stiles Corporation and MODS Chairman of the Board. Journey to the Amazon Gala “During her tenure, Kim has grown the Museum from its modest beginnings in 1977 as the Discovery Center to what you know it for today.” Jonathan Ferrando, Vice Chairman and Immediate Past Chairman of the Museum’s Board of Trustees Kim Cavendish with current and former members of MODS Board of Trustees