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.

Thrity Jal Vakil

Manno Franca

Robert “Rio” Hahn

John Polk Allen

Marie Harding

Judy Ann Hawes

Starrlight Augustine

William F. Dempster

Deborah Parrish Snyder

Kathelin Gray

Mark Nelson

Gessie Houghton

Christine Handte