Our Team
Meet the passionate people working to protect our oceans
Leadership Team
Our leadership brings decades of experience in marine conservation, nonprofit management, and environmental science.
Dr. Maria Santos
Executive Director
Marine biologist with 20+ years of experience. Former NOAA researcher. PhD from Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Leads our strategic vision and partnerships.
James Chen
Director of Conservation
Environmental scientist specializing in coral reef ecosystems. Manages our field programs across 12 countries. Passionate advocate for community-led conservation.
Sarah Mitchell
Director of Development
15 years of nonprofit fundraising experience. Previously led development at World Wildlife Fund. Builds partnerships that fuel our mission.
Dr. Kenji Watanabe
Chief Science Officer
Published over 100 peer-reviewed papers on marine ecosystems. Leads our research initiatives and ensures all programs are science-based.
Amanda Rodriguez
Communications Director
Award-winning environmental journalist and storyteller. Creates compelling content that connects people to ocean conservation. TEDx speaker.
Michael Thompson
Operations Director
MBA with focus on nonprofit management. Ensures our programs run efficiently and resources are maximized for ocean impact.
Join Our Team
We are always looking for passionate individuals to join our mission. Check out our current openings or reach out about volunteer opportunities.