The Institute’s directors are a diverse group of dedicated individuals with expertise in a variety of areas. We committed to making a difference on our planet through hands-on field projects, research, conservation & education.

Judy Ann Hawes

Starrlight Augustine, PhD

Manno Franca

Gessie Houghton

Robert “Rio” Hahn

Ingrid Datica

Omar Fayed

John Polk Allen

Christine Handte

Kathelin Gray

Mark Nelson, PhD

William F. Dempster

Marie Harding

Thrity Jal Vakil

Claus Tober

Deborah Parrish Snyder