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.

Ingrid Datica

William F. Dempster

Christine Handte

Starrlight Augustine, PhD

Omar Fayed

John Polk Allen

Robert “Rio” Hahn

Judy Ann Hawes

Claus Tober

Deborah Parrish Snyder

Marie Harding

Kathelin Gray

Manno Franca

Mark Nelson, PhD

Gessie Houghton

Thrity Jal Vakil