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.

  • Jacob Ligorria

    Jacob Ligorria

    CREW LEADER - IMMP

    Jacob, a seabird biologist with a B.A. in biology, has conducted research from the Gulf of Maine to the Arctic as the first Fulbright–National Geographic Awardee in Poland. Passionate about how seabirds reflect ocean health, he now supports conservation in Hawaiʻi with the ARC IMMP team and volunteers with local wildlife groups.

  • 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.

  • Jillian Soller

    NĒNĒ PROJECT MANAGER

    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.Description goes here

  • Joey Leibrecht

    MEDIA SPECIALIST

    Joey is a multimedia designer at ARC, where he develops web, video, and print media and has four years of seabird colony monitoring experience. A certified UAV pilot and member of the Wild Lens Collective, he blends field research, design, and storytelling to support Hawaiian wildlife conservation.

Colony Crew

  • 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

    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.

  • Mika Post

    Mika Post

    SEABIRD TECHNICIAN

    Mika is passionate about exploring places through wildlife and culture. Her field experience includes wind farm monitoring and one year of IMMP. She is excited to work on the colony side now and keep exploring more of Kauai!

  • Cassidy Stein

    Cassidy Stein

    SEABIRD TECHNICIAN

    Cassidy, a conservationist with a background in ecology, botany, and GIS, has worked in Colorado and Hawaiʻi supporting native species. After working with IMMP in 2024, she is excited to rejoin ARC and continue her work in wildlife conservation.

  • Madison Woodward

    Madison Woodward

    SEABIRD TECHNICIAN

    Madison, a conservationist with a background in environmental education and wildlife rehabilitation, has worked with organizations including Keālia Pond NWR, Kaua‘i NWR Complex, and Save Our Shearwaters. She is excited to continue supporting native Hawaiian wildlife at ARC.

  • Noah Zovickian

    Noah Zovickian

    SEABIRD TECHNICIAN

    Noah, a conservationist with a background in animal biology, has worked on a variety of restoration projects, including ARC’s IMMP program. He is excited to return to ARC as a colony crew member to support seabird conservation.

IMMP Crew

  • Curtis Mahon

    Curtis Mahon

    SEABIRD & WATERBIRD TECHNICIAN

    Curtis, a biologist and avid birder, has worked with seabirds from Midway Atoll to Maine. He is excited to return to Hawaiʻi to support seabird conservation on Kauaʻi.

  • Franki Phelan

    Franki Phelan

    SEABIRD & WATERBIRD TECHNICIAN

    Franki, a conservationist with a background in GIS and wildlife fieldwork with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has experience surveying across multiple taxa. In her free time she likes to mountain bike and swim. She is excited to be working with ARC conserving Hawaiʻi’s native seabirds and waterbirds.

  • Dominika Zdziebko

    Dominika Zdziebko

    SEABIRD & WATERBIRD TECHNICIAN

    Dominika, a USC graduate, is passionate about endangered species conservation. She has field experience all aross the West with avian, mammal, and marine research. She is excited to explore Kauai and support seabird conservation! 

  • Danny Lee

    Danny Lee

    SEABIRD & WATERBIRD TECHNICIAN

    Danny, a biologist focused on seabird ecology, has worked with storm petrels and Pacific seabirds from Kent Island to Southeast Farallon Island. He is excited to support seabird and waterbird conservation on Kauaʻi with ARC.

former staff

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

  • Laura Beniek - IMMP

    Laura Beniek - IMMP

  • Emily Bilhuber - Colony

  • 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

  • Karim Hana - IMMP Field Manager

  • Emily Huber - IMMP

  • Kaitlyn Jacobs - IMMP

    Kaitlyn Jacobs - IMMP

  • Phil Keefe - Colony

    Phil Keefe - Colony

  • EMMYLOU KIDDER – SEABIRD TECHNICIAN

    Emmylou Kidder – IMMP/Colony

  • Jordan Kim - IMMP

    Jordan Kim - IMMP

  • Pearl Krieger Coble - 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

  • Carter Strope - IMMP

  • Vinny VanDyke - Colony

    Vinny VanDyke - Colony

  • Hannah Weipert - Colony

    Hannah Weipert - Colony

  • Tlell Wolf

    Tlell Wolf - IMMP/Colony