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.

Judy Ann Hawes

Starrlight Augustine

Deborah Parrish Snyder

Manno Franca

Marie Harding

Gessie Houghton

Thrity Jal Vakil

Kathelin Gray

Robert “Rio” Hahn

Christine Handte

Mark Nelson

John Polk Allen

William F. Dempster