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Advisory Board

Leslie Dierauf, DVM
Leslie is the current Director of the National Wildlife Health Center in Wisconsin and the latest board member of the Wildlife Health Center. Leslie brings a mix of public policy, veterinary and wildlife expertise to the board. As a former Congressional consultant, Leslie helped draft many of today’s marine protection laws.
 
Karen Drayer
A commercial helicopter pilot by trade, Karen has dedicated endless hours as a volunteer working to help animals. She volunteered with the sea otter program at the Monterey Bay Aquarium for a decade and, in doing so, became devoted to helping sustain healthy free-ranging wildlife populations.
 
Phil Drayer, Chair
Former CEO of Teledyne Components and current President of Kalydus Asset Advisors, LLC, Phil brings the Center decades of business experience. He is currently working with Center staff to create a strategic plan for the 2004-05 year.
 
Joan Embery
Known for her appearances on the Johnny Carson show sharing the wildlife from the San Diego Zoo, Embery has dedicated her career to conservation and wildlife education. Embery brings to the board expertise in wildlife issues, community relations and public outreach. For the Southern California Program, Embery has participated in several community events and provided an important connection with the San Diego community.
 
Soames Summerhays, MS
Soames is a marine biologist and award-winning filmmaker. His films are focused on environmental and conservation issues. In 1982, he created the highly acclaimed IMAX® film of the Galápagos. His work has earned him many awards, including at the Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival and at the Wildscreen Film Festival in London. He brings to the board expertise in translating scientific and conservation issues into meaningful information for the general public.
 
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Judy Wheatley
Judy has worn many hats ….  Teacher, computer support specialist, and telecommunications engineer, but her passion has always been wildlife and conservation.  She volunteered with the San Diego Zoo for eight years, is CEO of the Wheatley Foundation, involved with several conservation and wildlife organizations, and is an avid dressage rider.  As our newest advisory board member, she brings expertise in technology and non-profit fundraising.
 


Scientific Advisory Committee

The Scientific Advisory Committee ensures WHC current and future programs use the most creative, accurate and appropriate scientific methods available.

Patricia Conrad
International veterinarian, marine mammal parasites

Ronald Hedrick
Fish health

David Jessup
Free-ranging land and marine wildlife health

Linda J. Lowenstine
Wildlife and zoo animal pathology

Bill Lasley
Wildlife reproduction

Linda Munson
Carnivore pathology

Niels Pedersen
Veterinary diseases and genetics

Jeffrey L. Stott
Immune systems and disease of wildlife

 


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