The Atlantic Marine Conservation Society (AMEAS) Executive Director/ Chief Scientist, Robert A. DiGiovanni, Jr., is a leader in the marine conservation field for over twenty-five years, with a focus on marine mammal and sea turtle response and research. He has responded to over 5,300 strandings and directed his team in various rescue and rehabilitation techniques, including the disentanglement of Leatherback sea turtles, animal transport, and post-rescue animal care. Mr. DiGiovanni has taught various courses in marine biology and conservation for universities around Long Island and created the Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Rehabilitation and Research course for Stony Brook University nine years ago.