Experts & Staff
WRI brings together nearly 1,900 staff and experts who are leaders in their fields. Their work spans topics such as food and land use, energy, cities, economics, finance, governance and more. Our staff and researchers work globally and in 12 focus countries to meet people’s essential needs, to protect and restore nature, and to stabilize the climate and build resilient communities. Contact our media team to arrange an interview with any of our experts.
Program Experts & Staff
Oliver Ashford
Program Associate, Ocean Program
Jon Baines
Research Associate, Sustainable Ocean Economies
Jonathan Baines
Ocean Data Manager, Sustainable Ocean Initiative
Clare Brennan
Senior Operations and Engagement Manager
Micheline Khan
Program Associate, Ocean Program
John Lyons
Senior Communications Manager, Ocean Program
Lawrence Mottram
Grants and Finance Specialist, Ocean Program
Stephanie Ockenden
Senior Associate & Global Policy Lead
Tom Pickerell
Global Director, Ocean Program
Charlotte Schep
Grants & Finance Specialist, Sustainable Ocean Initiative
Amy Swift
Research Analyst, Ocean Program
Katie Wood
Communications Officer, Ocean Program
