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.

Marie Harding

Mark Nelson, PhD

William F. Dempster

Starrlight Augustine, PhD

Robert “Rio” Hahn

Thrity Jal Vakil

Deborah Parrish Snyder

Omar Fayed

Gessie Houghton

Ingrid Datica

Manno Franca

Kathelin Gray

Claus Tober

Christine Handte

Judy Ann Hawes

John Polk Allen