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.

William F. Dempster

Marie Harding

Omar Fayed

Christine Handte

Kathelin Gray

Judy Ann Hawes

Starrlight Augustine, PhD

John Polk Allen

Ingrid Datica

Mark Nelson, PhD

Gessie Houghton

Robert “Rio” Hahn

Deborah Parrish Snyder

Manno Franca

Claus Tober

Thrity Jal Vakil