Our leadership
The mission of the nonprofit Monterey Bay Aquarium is to inspire conservation of the ocean
A leader in ocean conservation and education, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is considered by many to be the best in the world. Behind that reputation is a fantastic staff with remarkably diverse skills, all dedicated to earning and keeping that honor. Here are just a few.
Board of Trustees
- Tegan Acton, Chair
- Julie Packard, Vice Chair
- Antje Beotius
- Meg Caldwell
- Mike Gupta
- Ben Jealous
- Eric Jensen
- Michael Mantell
- Martha Martinez
- Anneliese Olson
- Susan Orr
- Louise Stephens
- Mark Wan
- Lisa D. White
- Alisha Johnson Wilder
- Gideon Yu
Meet our staff
It takes hundreds of people to fulfill the mission of the Aquarium—from exhibit designers to aquarists, researchers, engineers, science communicators, and more. Learn what it's like to work at the Aquarium through our staff stories.
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Q&A: Julie Packard and Dr. Jenny Gray
Get to know incoming Chief Executive Officer Jenny Gray in this Q&A with Julie Packard.
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Elevating Black voices in ocean science and conservation
Why representation in ocean science matters.
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What it's like to be a photographer at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Tyson Rininger's photography has taken him from the heights to the depths.
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Meet the scientist: Jessica Fujii on saving southern sea otters
Jessica Fujii leads southern sea otter rehab, surrogacy, and research at the Aquarium. Learn about her work!
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About us
Our mission, vision & values
We envision a future where the ocean flourishes and people thrive in a just and equitable world.
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About us
Strategic Plan 2024-2029
Read our 2024-2029 strategic plan, "Flourishing Ocean, Thriving People," to see our vision for the future.
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