My work is inspired by thousands of miles at sea as a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain. I care about stories that draw on the intersection of science, culture, and heart, providing a new perspective on the world. As a National Geographic Explorer, I followed the leatherback sea turtle migration between the opposite ends of the North Atlantic to investigate the relationship between traditional wisdom and sea turtle conservation. I love working with teams on multi-element projects that maximize community engagement. That’s why I co-founded Hello Ocean to support early-career scientists with multi-media and research-under-sail expeditions. I’m currently a senior staff writer at Freethink, where I cover the environment and technology. I’m also a captain for Morse Alpha Expeditions and producer/co-host of the sailing podcast The Morning Muster. I plan to continue taking inspiration from the ocean to develop multi-media that inspires people to create solutions.