Dr. Ana K. Spalding’s research encompasses the human dimension of the marine environment. Her current and past research includes connecting policy to adaptation, studying governance for the Anthropocene ocean. 

Dr. Krista Sherman is a Bahamian marine scientist with more than a decade of research and conservation experience. Dr. Sherman is currently a Senior Scientist for the Perry Institute for Marine Science. 

Alfre Wimberley is currently a Legislative Analyst at the North Carolina Conservation Network. She conducts policy analyses critical to updating the organization’s affiliate network and directing the organization’s lobbying efforts. 

‍Rosie Shatkin is the Government Relations Manager for the Oregon Liquor Control Commission. Rosie lives a life of service and genuine concern for the welfare of the people of the State of Oregon.