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.

Robert “Rio” Hahn

Gessie Houghton

Mark Nelson, PhD

William F. Dempster

Manno Franca

Starrlight Augustine, PhD

Omar Fayed

Christine Handte

Judy Ann Hawes

Thrity Jal Vakil

Claus Tober

John Polk Allen

Ingrid Datica

Deborah Parrish Snyder

Kathelin Gray

Marie Harding