Dr. Walt Golet is an expert in the ecology and management of highly migratory species, including tunas, billfish, and sharks.

Dr. Lisa Kerr is a fisheries scientist whose research informs the sustainable management of marine fisheries and ecosystems, with a focus on integrating climate data into stock assessments.

Chris Cash is the executive director of the University of Maine’s Lobster Institute, bringing extensive experience as a former lobster boat owner and operator.

Dr. Damian Brady is a leading expert in coastal and estuarine modeling, focusing on how environmental changes impact marine ecosystems and industries. His research integrates field data with advanced computational models to support fisheries, aquaculture, and coastal management.

Dr. Josh Stoll is a fisheries scientist focused on the governance and resilience of coastal communities, with an emphasis on seafood systems.