
EXECUTIVE TEAM
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Dr. André F Raine
SCIENCE DIRECTOR
André, a seabird expert, conducts research and conservation for Hawaiʻi's endangered species and consults globally. His extensive experience includes seabird monitoring, tracking, surveys, translocation, and consultation. With a Ph.D. and 28 scientific papers, he leads conservation efforts worldwide.
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Helen Raine
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Helen Raine, a conservation project management expert, leads initiatives worldwide. Notable projects include wetlands habitat conservation in Hawaiʻi, seabird conservation in Kauaʻi, and the EU LIFE Yelkouan Shearwater Project in Malta. An accomplished writer, she holds an MSc in Conservation.
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Marc Travers
SENIOR SCIENTIST
Marc, with a decade of research, focuses on avian collision prevention with innovative solutions. His work spans global island research on seabirds and taxa, pioneering powerline monitoring and studying climate change impacts on wildlife health.

leadership team

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Scott Driskill
SPATIAL DATA ANALYST
Scott excels in spatial ecology, wildlife biology, GIS, and data management, with a focus on Hawaiʻi's endangered seabirds. His expertise includes managing spatial and non-spatial seabird monitoring data and landscape-level spatial data modeling resulting in scientific publications and conservation efforts.
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Jennifer Rothe
FIELD OPERATIONS MANAGER - COLONY
Jen, a seasoned birder, holds a B.Sc. in Biology and Wildlife Ecology. With 15 years of ornithological field experience, she specializes in seabird ecology. Co-authoring for the American Birding Association, she's passionate about conservation and Hawaiian culture.
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Karim Hanna
FIELD CREW LEAD - IMMP
Karim, a Doris Duke Conservation Scholar, holds a B.A. in Ecosystems and Human Impact from Stony Brook University. His passion for conservation led him from New York's coastline to neglected wetlands in Utah before returning to his coastal roots in Kauaʻi to work with endangered seabirds.
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Mike McFarlin, M.S.
Conservation Specialist
Mike, with over a decade of experience in ecological research and conservation worldwide, holds an MSc from San Jose State University. Passionate about utilizing emerging technologies, he focuses on endangered seabird and wetland conservation in Hawaiʻi as a Conservation Specialist at ARC.
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Bobby Brittingham
Conservation Specialist
Bobby, a Wildlife Ecology graduate from the University of Maine, is dedicated to conserving endangered species. With experience in mammal, amphibian, and reptile research, his passion lies in seabird conservation. Thrilled to join ARC, he advances his career in marine ornithology.

Colony Crew

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Joey Leibrecht
SEABIRD TECHNICIAN, MEDIA SPECIALIST
Joey, a multimedia designer at ARC, blends 20 years of design and video artistry with fifteen years of wildlife field research focusing on Hawaiian species. As an active member of the Wild Lens Collective, he co-directs and edits environmental films. -
Jillian Soller
SEABIRD TECHNICIAN
Jillian, a Wildlife B.S. graduate from Humboldt State University, explores diverse ecosystems globally. From small mammals to seabirds in Alaska, she conducted research and surveys, fostering a love for nature. Now, she eagerly pursues seabird conservation in warmer climates like Kauai.
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Emily Bilhuber
SEABIRD TECHNICIAN
Emily, a dedicated wildlife conservationist with expertise in rehabilitation and research, has worked with various species. Her journey began at Save our Shearwaters, and she is now excited to continue her work with native Hawaiian seabirds at ARC.
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Pearl Krieger Coble
SEABIRD TECHNICIAN
Pearl, a Northland College geology and water science graduate, is dedicated to island ecosystems. She has monitored common loons at Isle Royale National Park and assisted Kauaʻi organizations to enhance native songbird populations, now aiming to protect seabirds.
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Mary Ipson
SEABIRD TECHNICIAN
Mary graduated with a B.S. in Biology, specializing in wildlife conservation in 2024. She has researched pinyon jays and alpine plants and is eager to study seabirds in Kauai. In her free time, she enjoys various outdoor activities and the arts.
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Chloe Rabinowitz
SEABIRD TECHNICIAN
Chloe, a University of Washington graduate, is passionate about wildlife conservation. With experience in forestry, invasive species detection, zooplankton biology, and many seasons spent studying penguins in Argentina, she is thrilled to work on endangered species conservation in Kaua’i.

IMMP Crew

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Jacob Ligorria
SEABIRD TECHNICIAN
Jacob is a seabird ecologist who studied Arctic seabirds as a Fulbright-National Geographic Awardee. He's now shifting focus to tropical seabirds, bringing his passion for research and outdoor adventures to new territory.
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Emily Huber
SEABIRD TECHNICIAN
Emily is a dedicated ecological conservationist and field researcher, exploring diverse US ecosystems. She conducts backcountry animal surveys, focusing on avifauna species, and strives to expand her field knowledge and skills in various environments.
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Carter Strope
SEABIRD TECHNICIAN
Carter is a field ornithologist with experience monitoring breeding birds, songbird banding, and hawk migration counting. He's passionate about conservation and public education, and is now applying his skills to endangered seabirds with ARC.
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Mika Post
SEABIRD TECHNICIAN
Mika's passion for wildlife and travel fuels her pursuit of ecological research and conservation, with a focus on coastal and tropical environments and a drive for continuous learning.


We are deeply grateful for the hard work and dedication of our former staff. Thank You.
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Laura Beniek - IMMP
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Adrian Burke - Colony
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Ed Cho - IMMP
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Kyle Davis - Colony
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Skyler Flaska - IMMP
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Isaac Fournier - IMMP
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Jason Gregg - Colony
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Kaitlyn Jacobs - IMMP
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Phil Keefe - Colony
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Emmylou Kidder – IMMP/Colony
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Hannah Mirando - IMMP
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Jaime Neill - Colony
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Keane Sammon - Colony
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Caitlyn Scott - IMMP Crew Leader
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Lindsey Scott - IMMP/Colony
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Kylie Smith - Colony
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Cassidy Stein - IMMP
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Vinny VanDyke - Colony
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Hannah Weipert - Colony
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Tlell Wolf - IMMP/Colony
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Jordan Kim - IMMP
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Noah Zovickian - IMMP