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 and Training

Celeste Parry
Director of Community Engagement,
Clinical Research Coordinator

Erika Putman
Director of Internship Programs, Supervisor of Animal Care

Barb Linnehan
Director of Animal Health and Welfare