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.

Omar Fayed

Gessie Houghton

Kathelin Gray

Starrlight Augustine, PhD

Ingrid Datica

Thrity Jal Vakil

Manno Franca

Christine Handte

Judy Ann Hawes

John Polk Allen

Claus Tober

Marie Harding

William F. Dempster

Mark Nelson, PhD

Deborah Parrish Snyder

Robert “Rio” Hahn