Ocean Connectors Staff
Developing the minds of future conservationists requires an amazing team. We’re grateful to have some of the most dedicated and hard-working individuals leading our mission.
Janaira Quigley
Executive Director
Danielle Tentschert
Education Manager
María Hernández Carapia
Binational Programs Coordinator
Kaylee Acosta
Education Coordinator
Shailey Heller
Community Engagement Manager
Michael King
Education Assistant
Abigail Norris
Education Assistant
Alison Pepper
Education Assistant
Zinthia Lopez Vazquez
Education Assistant
Mariana Mireles
Education Coordinator
Advisory Board
Ocean Connectors is incredibly grateful to be receiving guidance from top experts in our communities.
Frances Lang
The Ocean Foundation
Azahalia Valdez Rosas
San Diego Futures Foundation
Ida Kaller-Vincent
Earth Discovery Institute
James Ruvalcaba
Executive Leader
VinSché Gray
University of San Diego
Nancy Bjork
San Diego Tourism Authority
Ihan Anita Ip
University of San Diego
Ben Scheelk
The Ocean Foundation
Amy Knight
UCSD'S Earth Lab
Tony Uribe
TU Marketing
Jonathan Lavan
Underpressure Diving & Nature Photography
Lauren Lunde
Qualcomm Inc.
Zach Birmingham
Port of San Diego