Senior executive with 20+ years of international nonprofit organization management experience, a strong scientific background, and a lifelong commitment to marine/wildlife conservation. Recognized for setting large-scale strategic and innovative direction for local, national, and international organizations and conservation projects. Leads inter-disciplinary teams of up to 15 direct reports and > 1500 off-site indirect reports to ensure performance goals are met. Provides strong leadership experience by optimizing resources, establishing a positive and inclusive culture, and building strategic alliances and partnerships. Demonstrated ability to manage complex initiatives with diverse groups to achieve the greatest cumulative impact and create value-added programs. Extensive experience managing multiple budgets and grant programs, obtaining and managing governmental and philanthropic grants and fundraising and increasing organizational visibility. Effective communicator who engenders trust and confidence.
Listed skills include Science, Animal Behavior, Research, Marine Biology, and 25 others.