Meet our dedicated Board of Directors.
With our Board of Directors’ expertise and guidance, the NMMF has become a global leader in marine mammal science, medicine, and conservation. Their dedication to the NMMF’s mission allows our team to focus on critical issues surrounding marine mammal health and welfare, and the many challenges they face in our changing ocean environment.

Sam Ridgway
President & Board Chair

Hop Porter
Board Treasurer

Marilee Menard
Board Secretary

Rick Gulley
Board Member

Julie Scardina
Board Member

Cynthia Smith
Executive Director & Chief Medical Officer
