OUR TEAM

Founder, CEO and President

Natalie Lynn Lichtenbert has a master’s degree in Conservation Leadership/Zoology while working during the day as a lab scientist. At the local level, she is Co-Chairman of the Hoffman Estates Sustainability Commission and the Deputy Director for the Illinois Monarch Project Communication Engagement Committee. She has also founded her non-profit organization Green Dolphin Project Global where their mission is to Connect People of the Gret Lakes to Our Great Oceans. Being passionate about climate change, sustainability, habitat loss and biodiversity, Natalie Lynn speaks at local and international events to help teach people of all ages the importance of conservation and living a sustainable lifestyle.   

Wildlife Trafficking Advisor

 Teresa is an attorney practicing in Chicago Illinois. Teresa is passionate about spreading the conservation message and changing perceptions about our ocean's apex predators, especially with respect to the trafficking of wildlife and wildlife products. As an avid scuba diver and underwater photographer, Teresa aspires to connect humans with the underwater world to enact positive change. Teresa writes regularly for web-based legal publications to educate the local community on how laws and regulations can help further conservation efforts. She is our lead on our Animal Trafficking Campaign.   

Director of Scientific Research

With a Doctorate Degree in Pharmacy from the University of Florida and extensive experience in clinical research, Lorie is deeply passionate about environmental conservation and wildlife protection. Her background includes such activities as conducting water sampling in identifying red tides in Manila Bay and researching anti-cancer compounds from saltwater sponges found in the Northern beaches of the Philippines. She believes in the importance of connecting land and sea communities to promote awareness, biodiversity and ecosystem health. As a licensed pharmacist across multiple states, she is eager to leverage her scientific expertise to drive impactful initiatives and foster collaboration. Lorie is committed to inspiring individuals and organizations to adopt eco-friendly practices and work together towards a sustainable future for all future generations. 

Director of Media

Danielle Christoffel joins us as our Director of Meda with several years of experience working in the field.  Her love for the beauty of nature draws her frequently to the Florida area year after year.  The beauty of the ocean and keeping it safe is of priority her.

Youth Advisory Board Member

Cash Daniels is an award-winning youth conservationist, author, and founder of Wild Earth Defenders. His work has removed thousands of miles of fishing line and over 50,000 pounds of trash from waterways, in turn inspiring others to stand up for the natural world.