Creighton Drury

Creighton Drury is the CEO of Partnership to End Addiction, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to ending the addiction crisis in the United States.12 He has over 30 years of experience as a nonprofit executive, government official, attorney, and student-athlete.2 Drury joined the organization in 2018 and led the merger of two prominent nonprofits in the addiction space: Partnership for Drug-Free Kids and The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse.1

As CEO, Drury leads a team focused on providing actionable solutions, resources, and tools for parents, families, and stakeholders to prevent substance misuse, treat addiction, and support recovery.2 Under his leadership, the organization has significantly expanded its reach, with over 20,000 parents benefiting from personalized support and coaching in 2022.2

Prior to his current role, Drury held several notable positions, including:

• Executive Director for Covenant House New York
• Senior Vice President for Covenant House International
• Assistant Attorney General and Director of Gang Prevention for the State of New Jersey
• Executive Vice President and President for New Jersey Community Development Corporation
• Civil rights attorney with Lowenstein Sandler
• Assistant State Director for U.S. Senator Bill Bradley2

Drury is a graduate of Rutgers University, where he was a Henry Rutgers Scholar and captain of the men's basketball team. He also holds a J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law.2 He is known for his compassionate leadership style and dedication to providing opportunities for children and families.3