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

Claus Tober

Deborah Parrish Snyder

Gessie Houghton

Kathelin Gray

Starrlight Augustine, PhD

William F. Dempster

Thrity Jal Vakil

Judy Ann Hawes

John Polk Allen

Marie Harding

Mark Nelson, PhD

Manno Franca

Christine Handte

Ingrid Datica

Omar Fayed