I am a marine conservation scientist interdisciplinarily trained in ecological and social science theories and methods to conduct actionable and applied marine and coastal research and management. I collaborate directly with community partners and key players to develop innovative approaches for marine resource management and to sustain a healthy ocean for all. I’m currently located in the Florida Keys as a Regional Fisheries Biologist (Biological Scientist IV) for the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. I am also contracted as a Faculty Research Assistant with Oregon State University and the ODFW Marine Reserves. I completed an M.S. in Fisheries Science in June 2024 from Oregon State University, where I was a Science to Action Fellow with the Northwest Climate Adaptation Science Center and a Malouf Marine Studies Scholar with Oregon SeaGrant. I received a B.S. in Marine Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz in June 2022. My various projects are all tied by their shared idea of bridging our understanding of human behavior with our understanding of marine ecology to support the sustainable use of marine resources. I am passionate about finding ways to mitigate and adapt to a changing ocean and plan to positively impact the marine conservation issues our communities face.