Board & Staff – Hubbs Seaworld Research Institute

Leadership

Leadership Committed to Science and Stewardship

Behind every breakthrough at Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute is a team of dedicated professionals guiding our mission. From operations staff to our board of trustees, each individual brings deep expertise and a shared commitment to advancing ocean science, conservation, and education. Explore the people shaping the future of HSWRI.

Select a name below to learn more about members of our staff and board of trustees.

Corporate Officers

Danielle Bates, Ph.D.

Vice President & Chief...

Donald B. Kent, M.Sc.,

President & CEO dkent@hswri.org...

Lenell Carter, M.B.A

Corporate Secretary & CFO/COO...

Administrative Staff

Julie Carpenter

Human Resources Coordinator mdrawbridge@hswri.org...

Laura Vega

Accounting Manager mdrawbridge@hswri.org CV...

Les Winchester

Facility and Safety Manager...

Maddy Jackson

Reception mdrawbridge@hswri.org CV Major...

Robert Ledesma

Hatchery Facilities Manager rledesma@hswri.org...

Sam Rangel

Maintenance Technician srangel@hswri.org CV...

Development & Community Relations

Courtney Snyder

Vice President of Philanthropy...

Janine Watts

Communications & Grants Manager...

Board of Trustees

Bill Shedd

Chairman, President, AFTCO Manufacturing Company Inc. mdrawbridge@hswri.org...

David Gardner, Sr.

Chairman & CEO, Highland PM LLC mdrawbridge@hswri.org...

Dr. Chris Dold

Chief Zoological Officer, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment...

Ermelinda Moretti

Chief Advocate, Chevron Corporation mdrawbridge@hswri.org CV Major...

Ian Stewart

mdrawbridge@hswri.org CV Major Research Areas Aquaculture for...

Laura Chapman

Senior Social Impact and Sustainability Specialist, Wells...

Laurilee Thompson

Owner, Dixie Crossroads Restaurant mdrawbridge@hswri.org CV Major...

Louie Zimm

mdrawbridge@hswri.org CV Major Research Areas Aquaculture for...

Michael King

Purchasing Manager, King’s Seafood Company mdrawbridge@hswri.org CV...

Paul Fruchbom

Co-Founder, KDF Communities mdrawbridge@hswri.org CV Major Research...

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