I am a marine conservation scientist with nearly two decades of international experience in shark and ray ecology, coral reef resilience, and community-based conservation. My work integrates applied research, education and outreach across Caribbean Island communities, where I have dedicated my career to empowering young people as active stewards of their marine environments.

I hold a BSc with First Class Honours in Marine Biology from James Cook University and a PhD in Tropical Marine Ecology from Murdoch University. Over my career, I have built lasting partnerships with governments, NGOs, and universities worldwide, leading graduate-driven research through a distinctly local lens while advancing equitable education in marginalized and under resourced island communities.

In 2017, I founded the Centre for Ocean Research and Education (CORE), a nonprofit dedicated to bridging innovative research with grassroots education. CORE advocates for culturally rooted, community-driven conservation while creating opportunities for students to amplify their voices and invest in future leaders.

I have lived and worked in The Bahamas for over 13 years with a mission to work with communities, in communities, and for communities, building enduring impact for both people and the ocean.