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.

Starrlight Augustine, PhD

Kathelin Gray

Deborah Parrish Snyder

John Polk Allen

Mark Nelson, PhD

Robert “Rio” Hahn

Omar Fayed

Marie Harding

Claus Tober

Thrity Jal Vakil

Judy Ann Hawes

William F. Dempster

Ingrid Datica

Christine Handte

Gessie Houghton

Manno Franca