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"The American Philatelic Society announced today the hiring of Kirk Gillis to be the eighth Executive Director of the Society. A seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in strategic growth across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, Kirk brings a dynamic track record of innovation and impact. Most recently, he served as Deputy Associate Director and Chief Sales and Marketing
Officer for the U.S. Mint, where he led brand strategy, product development, e-commerce, and customer service for the numismatic and bullion programs. Under his leadership, the Mint's numismatic business grew by 50 percent over four years.
Gillis will assume the leadership role on July 14, 2025. He replaces outgoing Executive Director Scott English, who announced his departure in November 2024, completing almost ten years in the role. The APS Board of Directors established a Search Committee in November 2024, with outgoing President Cheryl Ganz serving as Chair.
"Kirk's joining the APS as Executive Director will further our mission to serve the philatelic community," added incoming APS President Mark Banchik. "He brings skills and insights which will allow the APS to remain at the forefront of our hobby." Banchik, who also served on the Search Committee, will take over as APS President at the Great American Stamp Show in August.
Kirk's background also includes launching and scaling successful digital ventures in East Africa, including ZoomTanzania and PinPoint Africa Media, which served major global brands. Earlier in his career, he helped establish the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation, directing a national outreach campaign to grow outdoor participation in the U.S. A Navy veteran with degrees from Texas A&M University and the University of Rhode Island, Kirk brings a global perspective and entrepreneurial spirit to lead the APS into its next chapter.
On taking the lead at the APS, Gillis added, "I hope to draw from these experiences as I engage the philatelic community in a collaborative strategic planning process that will grow membership and ensure a vibrant future for the APS and philately overall."
English will remain at the APS through a transition period ending at the Great American Stamp Show in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Please joining us in welcoming Kirk to the APS!"
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I've got some ideas fir him, like bringing back the APS Kids program!
Did you know it was cancelled, only a month after I joined! (they had to refund my membership, as you have to 18+?
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"The American Philatelic Society announced today the hiring of Kirk Gillis to be the eighth Executive Director of the Society. A seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in strategic growth across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, Kirk brings a dynamic track record of innovation and impact. Most recently, he served as Deputy Associate Director and Chief Sales and Marketing
Officer for the U.S. Mint, where he led brand strategy, product development, e-commerce, and customer service for the numismatic and bullion programs. Under his leadership, the Mint's numismatic business grew by 50 percent over four years.
Gillis will assume the leadership role on July 14, 2025. He replaces outgoing Executive Director Scott English, who announced his departure in November 2024, completing almost ten years in the role. The APS Board of Directors established a Search Committee in November 2024, with outgoing President Cheryl Ganz serving as Chair.
"Kirk's joining the APS as Executive Director will further our mission to serve the philatelic community," added incoming APS President Mark Banchik. "He brings skills and insights which will allow the APS to remain at the forefront of our hobby." Banchik, who also served on the Search Committee, will take over as APS President at the Great American Stamp Show in August.
Kirk's background also includes launching and scaling successful digital ventures in East Africa, including ZoomTanzania and PinPoint Africa Media, which served major global brands. Earlier in his career, he helped establish the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation, directing a national outreach campaign to grow outdoor participation in the U.S. A Navy veteran with degrees from Texas A&M University and the University of Rhode Island, Kirk brings a global perspective and entrepreneurial spirit to lead the APS into its next chapter.
On taking the lead at the APS, Gillis added, "I hope to draw from these experiences as I engage the philatelic community in a collaborative strategic planning process that will grow membership and ensure a vibrant future for the APS and philately overall."
English will remain at the APS through a transition period ending at the Great American Stamp Show in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Please joining us in welcoming Kirk to the APS!"
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