192 Maʻalaea Road, Wailuku, Hawai'i, 96793 info@mocmarineinstitute.org Maui Sea Turtle Rescue Hotline: 808-286-2549

Staff

Reef Cleanup Maui Ocean Center Marine Institute Hawai'i

MOC Marine Institute inspires lifelong environmental stewardship and ensures the survival of coral reefs and sea turtles in Hawaiʻi through science-based conservation efforts, education, and outreach.


Dr. Paul McCurdy
Veterinarian

Dustin Paradis
Conservation Programs Director

Darby Ryon

  • Conservation Programs Technician
  • Volunteer Coordinator

Ylenia St-Louis

  • Sea Turtle Technician 1
  • Research & Data Repository

Katie Ornelas

  • Sea Turtle Technician 1
  • Communication & Outreach


With our work, we ensure the survival of coral reefs, sea turtles and marine life in general. We have found that certain garments support us in our daily work more than others and help us feel more connected to the purpose of our work. This is the reason why we entered into a Positive Impact Partnership with Waterlust.