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Marine & Cellular Biologist with over 20 years of
leadership experience in Conservation, Policy, Non-
Profit Management, Fundraising & Scientific
Research. My current research explores the isolation,
growth and differentiation of molluscan cells in-vitro,
with application to the cultivated meat industry.
Accomplishments:
UKRI Discover & Explore Award Recipient, June & Oct 2025
Good Food Institute Science Advisor, 2021
New Harvest Institute Fellow, 2020
Lyford Cay Foundation, Fiona Albek Award, 2020
Al Gore’s, Climate Change Reality Project Leader, 2015
Bahamas Marine Scientist Award, 2016
Kerzner Marine Foundation Graduate Fellow, 2006
Raised over $3 million to Support Local Conservation
Led a Mega Resort to its First Sustainability Certification
Published in the Environmental Forum, an article entitled
“It is Time To Help The World’s Most Vulnerable People.”
Current Education
Newcastle University, UK
Doctorate in Biological Sciences | April 2021 - present
Research Focus: Laying the Groundwork for
Molluscan Cell-Cultured Seafood Production.
Florida International University, USA
Master's of Science in Biological Sciences
Nov 2009
Research Focus: Acoustic Telemetry Studies of Bonefish (Albula vulpes) Movement Around Andros,
Bahamas: Implications for Species Management
Leadership Experience:
Non-Profit Management/Environmental Consultant/Marine Scientist
Bahamas Sportfishing Conservation Association
August 2020 - August 2021
Grassroots, fishermen-led organization to address urgent needs in the
industry to ensure its sustainability.
Developed & implemented the organization’s strategic plan, fundraising
strategies and research programs.
Chief Scientist
Baha Mar Resort
March 2017 - March 2020
A 2,200-room resort and casino in The Bahamas, with 4 internationally
recognized brands is the largest employer outside of the Government.
Planned, directed, coordinated, monitored and evaluated Baha Mar's
overall sustainability & conservation initiatives.
Designed & developed programming for a half million USD
conservation education centre.
Successfully led the mega-resort to its first Sustainability Certification.
Developed and managed the resort’s non-profit foundation and
managed a million USD grant fund.
Non-Profit Management/Environmental Consultant/Marine Scientist
Perry Institute for Marine Science
February 2016 - February 2017
Non-profit organization protecting oceans through research & education,
informing the public and encouraging action.
Set the vision & strategic direction for PIMS - Bahamas Program and
ensure the conservation strategies are aligned with its vision.
Represented PIMS in public forums, at the CEO and Minister level,
positioning the organization as a go-to-leader in conservation and ocean
science.
Chief Executive Officer
Save The Bays
February 2015 - February 2016
Non-profit organization protecting the Bahamian environment through
policy change education, advocacy & legal action.
Developed and managed programmes and budgets.
Communicated organization's positions on environmental issues in
country.
Director of Science & Policy
Bahamas National Trust
January 2013 - February 2015
Bahamas National Trust manages the National Parks (marine and terrestrial) of The Bahamas.
Served as liaison to the BNT’s Science Advisory Committee, which is comprised of 45 international
scientists.
Led all scientific & policy initiatives and development of fundraising programs/strategies.
Founded the first Bahamas Natural History Scientific Conference
Served as BNT’s focal point collaborating with national and international organizations.
Reviewed environmental issues to inform BNT’s recommendations to appropriate government
agencies.
Developed an managed BNT’s first scientific internship program for undergraduates.
Lecturer
University of The Bahamas
February 2015 - March 2020
Taught 100 - 300 undergraduate-level courses in Biology, Ecology, Sustainability, Icthyology &
Fisheries Management.
Developed and managed a sustainability undergraduate internship program in collaboration with Baha
Mar resort , a key industry leader.
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