The NMMF’s world-class team of scientists, veterinarians, animal care specialists, trainers, and educators are conducting cutting-edge research and making new discoveries that improve the health and welfare of marine mammals while inspiring a greater public commitment to ocean conservation.
Sam Ridgway
President Emeritus
Cynthia Smith
President & CEO
Mike Marchesano
Chief Financial Officer
Kristina Martz
Executive Operations Officer & Board Liaison
Dorian Houser
Director of Conservation Biology
Forrest Gomez
Director of Conservation Medicine
Lori Schwacke
Chief Scientist for Conservation Medicine
Mark Beeler
Director of Animal Care & Training
Erika Putman
Director of Internship Programs / Supervisor of Animal Care
Barb Linnehan
Director of Animal Health & Welfare
