The team at the Florida Wildlife Federation is essential to guiding the Federation’s mission and work. They ensure our programs have an optimal impact as we push to keep Florida wild.
Meet the team at the Florida Wildlife Federation

Preston Robertson
Preston has a law and a master's degree from the University of Florida and has over 40 years of experience in conservation.

Michelle Forman
Michelle works as Operations Manager for the FWF, she enjoys reading and exploring new places with family and friends.

Meredith Budd
Meredith holds a B.S. degree in marine science and biology and a Master's degree in marine and environmental affairs and policy.

Lynn Jones
Lynn has 40 years of Member Service experiences. She loves to fish, crochet, woodwork, paint, garden and so much more.

Marney Richards
Marney is an enthusiatic biker, hiker, gardener and advocate of learing about natural resources and conservation through outdoor activities.

Caitlin Maselli
Caitlin graduated with a B.S. in Digital Media Production from Florida State University, and is now pursuing her master’s in Marketing. She loves fishing and taking her dog hiking.

Danny Shapiro
Danny is an experienced Graphic Designer. He produces the Fish and Widlife News for the Florida Wildlife Federation.

Cole Sousa
Cole has years of experience in Information Technology, loves to fish and hike in the outdoors of Florida.

Susan Williams
Susan enjoys working at Florida Wildlife Federation assisting with the Wild Florida Sweepstakes and spending time in her garden.
Board of Directors 2019/2020
Florida Wildlife Federation’s all-volunteer Board of Directors is elected by the general membership and comes from across the state to freely give their time and energy to the cause of conservation. The Board is comprised of academicians, professionals, scientists, and lay-people who share the common goal of keeping a state rich in wildlife and natural wonders.
- One Chair and three Vice-Chairs
- Twelve regional directors across the state of Florida
- Five at large directors
- Two Youth Conservation Directors

Joe Atterbury
Joe practiced law in Palm Beach County for over 40 years, and holds a BA from UNC, and a JD from the University of Miami.

Marilu Morgan
Marilu is a project manager for the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center and Nokuse Plantation, a 54,000 acre nature preserve in NW Florida.

Dave Preston
Born and raised in South Florida, Dave is an avid outdoorsman, environmental activist, and Everglades water policy enthusiast.

Jay Bushnell, Ph.D.
Dr. Jay Bushnell is a retired college professor with a lifetime of active involvement in environmental issues.

Jay Exum, Ph.D.
Dr. Jay Exum is a wildlife biologist and owner of Exum Associates, Inc. a private environmental consulting firm based in central Florida.

Laurie Hood
Laurie Hood is the founder of Alaqua Animal Refuge. Born and raised in Louisiana, she graduated from LSU with a degree in Marketing.

David Ward
With degrees in Biology and History from Florida State University and the University of Florida, David is a certified Florida Property Appraiser Local Historian.

Pepper Uchino
Pepper Uchino is an expert on environmental policy with a specific focus on natural resources. He is the President of the FSBPA.

Jim Schuette
Jim uses his M.S. degree in Wildlife Ecology and 40 years experience to manage over 1/4-million acres of South Florida natural areas.

Ray Carthy, Ph.D.
Ray is a Wildlife Biologist and a faculty member at the University of Florida. His research centers on ecology of endangered species.

To Be Appointed
The Northeast Region District IV Director of the Florida Wildlife Federation is pending appointment.

Billy Causey, Ph.D.
For 39 years, Billy managed the National Marine Sanctuaries in the Keys for NOAA where he developed multiple programs and partnerships.

Matt Erpenbeck
Matt has a B.S. in Business Management from Florida State University and an MBA from Florida Southern College. He resides in Indian River County.

Joe Welbourn
As the founder of Carbon Marine, Joe was recognized by the American Composite Manufacturers Association as the “innovator” in the boating accessory industry.

Janice Kerber
Janice, an experienced teacher, now works as the Everglades Youth Conservation Camp Director for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Linda Stanley
Linda, a native Floridian, past Chair and longest-serving FWF Director, hopes to one day canoe-camp once again on a pristine Ocklawaha River.

Ana Meira, MBA
Ana serves as head of the Communications Committee at the FWF and she works as Creative Director for Regular Animal.

George Jones
George is a retired Florida State Parks S.E. Regional Director, and past Indian Riverkeeper, currently a member of ORCA.

Captain C.A Richardson
Retired pro-fisherman C.A Richardson is the founder of Flats Class TV and owner of Flats Class charters, based in St. Petersburg, FL.

John Jopling
John, a civil trial lawyer and Mediator, is native to north Florida. He is the founding member and president of the Ichetucknee Alliance.

Bobbie Lindsay
Bobbie holds a bachelor’s degree from Cornell University and now she holds the seat of President Pro-Tem in the town of Palm Beach.

Clinton Trotta
Clinton Trotta is a financial advisor in Tampa Bay, Florida. He enjoys spending time in Everglades National Park and volunteering for environmental initiatives.

René Brown, Ph.D.
Dr. Rene Brown is a natural resources manager for Pasco County, and an independent researcher on climate science & policy.

Martha Musgrove
Martha spent 37 years wroking for Cox Newspapers and The Miami Herald. She retired as associate editor of The Herald in 2001.

Tasman Rosenfeld
An undergraduate at Yale, Tasman studies evolution and paleontology, and is passionate about conservation through education.

Keara Clancy
Keara is completing an MS at the University of Florida, where she brings STEM programming to local underserved communities.