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

Mark Nelson, PhD

Thrity Jal Vakil

William F. Dempster

Deborah Parrish Snyder

John Polk Allen

Judy Ann Hawes

Omar Fayed

Kathelin Gray

Gessie Houghton

Robert “Rio” Hahn

Claus Tober

Christine Handte

Marie Harding

Manno Franca

Ingrid Datica