NMMF Leadership - National Marine Mammal Foundation

Revolutionizing Marine Mammal Health and Conservation: NMMF's Expert Team Leading the Way

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.

Meet NMMF's Dedicated Leadership Team

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

Mark Beeler

Director of Animal Care & Training

Erika Putman

Director of Internship Programs / Supervisor of Animal Care

Barb Linnehan

DVM,DACZM
Director of Animal Health & Welfare

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Celeste Parry

Director of Community Engagement
Clinical Research Coordinator

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Celeste Parry

Director of Community Engagement

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