Megan Saylor Email & Phone Number

Hilliard, Oh, Us

-Responsible for the financial bookkeeping for the organization-Responsible for compiling documents for annual tax return preparations-Works with IMATA’s accountant on completing all required tax documentation-Collaborates with the Vice President, Finance Committee Chair, Conference Committee Chair, Secretary and Merchandise Chair concerning conference matters -Assists the Vice President and Conference Committee Chair in setting up and reviewing the conference account -Assists in processing conference registrations-Assists the Merchandise Committee Chair in processing conference merchandise sales-Handles monies during conferences with prior Board approval-Responsible for maintaining the checkbook and register for IMATA organization-Assists in developing each year’s operating budget-Responsible for paying all invoices in a timely manner-Serve as an active participant of the Board by giving input on policy decisions, responses to letters, articles and proactive activities-Responsible for maintaining equipment including a laptop computer, cash bags, stationary and credit card machine-Submits quarterly reports with current account standings to the President and Secretary of IMATA each quarter -Prepares presentation of financial status for mid-year and annual Board meetings-Attends the mid-year meeting and the annual Board meeting

Powell, Oh

Animal Wellbeing Keeper Committee- Chair

French Polynesia

Initiated the Stewards of Nature program on select Paul Gauguin cruises throughout French Polynesia. Stewards of Nature is an interactive educational marine focused program for kids that focuses on inspiring conservation by experiencing the natural world first hand.

San Diego, California, United States

Marine Mammal Trainer for the US Navy Marine Mammal Program

San Diego, California, United States

SeaCamp San Diego is a marine biology based outdoor education camp for kids. As a marine science instructor, I educated various aged students in a hands-on environment through marine science activities and labs. Our labs consisted of lessons focused on a variety of marine biology themes including invertebrates, fish, plankton, marine mammals, and night time adaptations, and usually involved a dissection. Our outdoor activities included snorkeling, kayaking, boogie boarding, boat trips, excursions to SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo. Shifts are scheduled as full days, overnights in dorms with campers, maintenance and facility upkeep including handling and cleaning tanks of live fish, as well as office paperwork.

San Diego, California, United States

Provide daily support to Navy Marine Mammal Program staff while receiving a dynamic and educational hands-on experience in the field of marine mammal care and training. Responsible for diet preparation, sanitation, equipment and facility maintenance. Assist the marine mammal training and animal care staff in daily husbandry training sessions, open ocean training, animal physicals, and different research projects through use of operant conditioning techniques.

Charleston, South Carolina Area

Focus on providing various schools, groups, organizations, and guests with an exciting and educational experience, focused on conservation and general education. Also, an educator and host for birthday parties, sleepovers, and other special events. And finally, participate in educational outreach programs across the state of South Carolina.

Powell, Ohio, United States

Tended to the everyday needs of a variety of exotic animals; including feeding, grooming, cleaning, and training. Also, presented animals to the general public to help familiarize the conception of conservation and general education.

Bachelor, Marine Biology

Activities and Societies: Division I Student-Athlete (Swimming)Relevant Courses: Conservation Biology, Oceanography, Biology of Fishes.

Marine Biology

Activities and Societies: Student SCUBA Dive ClubRelevant Courses: Invertebrate Zoology, Marine Ecology and Environmental Assessment