EXECUTIVE TEAM

  • Dr. André F Raine, Science Director

    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.

  • Helen Raine, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

    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.

  • Marc Travers, SENIOR SCIENTIST

    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

  • Scott Driskill

    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.

  • Jennifer Rothe

    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.

  • Karim Hanna

    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.

  • Mike McFarlin, M.S.

    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.

  • Bobby Brittingham

    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

  • Joey Leibrecht

    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

    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.

  • Emily Bilhuber

    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.

  • Pearl Krieger Coble

    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.

  • Mary Ipson

    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.

  • 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

  • Jacob Ligorria

    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.

  • Emily Huber

    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.

  • Carter Strope

    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.

  • Mika Post

    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.

former staff

We are deeply grateful for the hard work and dedication of our former staff. Thank You.

  • Laura Beniek - IMMP

    Laura Beniek - IMMP

  • Adrian Burke - Colony

    Adrian Burke - Colony

  • Ed Cho

    Ed Cho - IMMP

  • Kyle Davis

    Kyle Davis - Colony

  • Skyler Flaska - IMMP

    Skyler Flaska - IMMP

  • ISAAC FOURNIER

    Isaac Fournier - IMMP

  • Jason Gregg - Colony

    Jason Gregg - Colony

  • Kaitlyn Jacobs - IMMP

    Kaitlyn Jacobs - IMMP

  • Phil Keefe - Colony

    Phil Keefe - Colony

  • EMMYLOU KIDDER – SEABIRD TECHNICIAN

    Emmylou Kidder – IMMP/Colony

  • HANNAH MIRANDO

    Hannah Mirando - IMMP

  • Jaime Neill

    Jaime Neill - Colony

  • Keane Sammon - Colony

    Keane Sammon - Colony

  • Caitlyn Scott - IMMP Crew Leader

  • Lindsey Scott - IMMP/Colony

    Lindsey Scott - IMMP/Colony

  • Kylie Smith - Colony

    Kylie Smith - Colony

  • Cassidy Stein - IMMP

    Cassidy Stein - IMMP

  • Vinny VanDyke - Colony

    Vinny VanDyke - Colony

  • Hannah Weipert - Colony

    Hannah Weipert - Colony

  • Tlell Wolf

    Tlell Wolf - IMMP/Colony

  • Jordan Kim - IMMP

    Jordan Kim - IMMP

  • Noah Zovickian - IMMP

    Noah Zovickian - IMMP