[PacMasterUpdate] 10 May 2007 New USMS Executive Director

[Update on Pacific Masters Swimming sent to members and friends.]

 From United States Masters Swimming

TODD SMITH NAMES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF USMS

LONDONDERRY, NH - Todd Smith has been named the Executive Director of 
United States Masters Swimming (USMS), president Rob Copeland 
announced today. Smith comes to USMS from USA Diving, Inc., where he 
was executive director and CEO for the past 25 years.

"We are delighted to have Todd join USMS as our first executive 
director," Copeland said. "Todd brings a wealth of experience and 
passion to Masters swimming."

While at US Diving, Smith developed and implemented USA Diving's 
strategic plan, which included creation of an online membership and 
event registration,. Smith directed the national office and oversaw 
all business operations-including finance, budget, compliance, human 
resources, public relations and general administration.

"I am honored to serve as the first executive director of United 
States Masters Swimming," Smith said. "USMS is an amazing 
organization of over 42,000 goal-oriented members passionately 
dedicated to improving their fitness through swimming.  It is the 
gold-standard when it comes to adult programs which promote healthy 
lifestyles, friendship, and camaraderie."
            
"Todd's experience as executive director of USA Diving will be a 
tremendous asset in clarifying the future of Masters swimming.  I 
look forward to working with Todd to provide new and improved 
programs and services to our members, volunteer leadership teams and 
staff," Copeland said.

USMS is the national governing body of Masters Swimming. Pacific 
Masters is one of 53 local masters committees in the United States.

-- 
michael w. moore
michael at mwmoore.org