Manolo Mendieta is the founder and executive producer of Spunco Films, an international production company that develops original and impactful stories about nature conservation and animal behavior. He is also the founder of Net Zero Expeditions, a carbon-neutral expedition, research, and ocean conservation organization based out of San Diego, California.Some notable collaborations include projects for National Geographic, BBC's Natural History Unit, Netflix, RED Digital Cinema, and Hulu's feature film Immaculate Room. Manolo excels as a Producer, Director, Cinematographer, and post-production lead.His passion for telling stories about nature has taken him to the remote corners of our planet, inclusive of the polar regions. This dedication has led to accolades such as the BAFTA award for his collaboration as an aerial cinematographer on BBC's "Big Blue Live." Currently, he's invested in the development of "Whalelands," a one-hour blue-chip natural history documentary spanning locations from Antarctica and Patagonia to the South Pacific.Through his productions, Manolo aims to portray an inspiring view of nature while distilling practical insights into the human experience. In the realm of conservation, he champions environmental and ethical stewardship guided by the polar stars of sustainability, respect, honor, and excellence.