Science Communication
Effectively sharing complex scientific concepts with diverse audiences has been a cornerstone of my career. I specialize in making conservation science accessible and engaging, whether through public speaking, digital outreach, or hands-on events. My work combines storytelling with data-driven strategies to educate and inspire action across various communities.
As the coordinator of Sea Turtle Week, I have successfully utilized social media to expand its reach, engaging millions of people globally. Since 2023, my efforts have helped to organize over 150 beach cleanups with 20,000+ volunteers, removing nearly 100 tons of trash from coastlines worldwide. I have built a network of more than 100 partners and reached millions globally through education and media outreach projects. On YouTube, I produced a video series showcasing partner organizations and conservation initiatives, which garnered 1,700 views. I also developed Sea Turtle Week lesson plans for grades K-12 in both English and Spanish, which were downloaded and used in classrooms from the U.S. to Indonesia. My work features international collaborations, featuring contributions from hundreds of both novice and professional wildlife photographers, child artists, and scientists representing more than 40 nations.
During my time at SEE Turtles Inc., I spearheaded social media campaigns that significantly increased the organization’s digital footprint and communicated their environmental messaging globally. By developing and executing a strategic content plan across Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, I achieved an average 83% growth in followers over 12 months. My work included creating engaging daily posts, managing multiple program accounts, and launching a Zero Waste Holiday Blog Series. Weekly Fun Fact Friday videos showcased sea turtle facts that reached millions digitally. My work not only amplified SEE Turtles’ conservation message but also strengthened its global community of supporters and advocates.
Beyond digital platforms, I’ve shared my research and conservation expertise directly with audiences through guest lectures at Kean University and community educational talks at the Long Beach Township Marine Education Field Station. In 2013, while conducting field research at the Duke Marine Lab on hatchling loggerhead sea turtles, I wrote a guest article for the Coastal Review Online about sea turtle hearing following a desire to understand my research arose amongst the local community after seeing me working on the beach. These experiences have allowed me to connect with students and local communities, sparking interest in wildlife conservation and the broader environmental challenges facing our coastal communities.
