ABOUT US

We are devoted, curious, passionate people leading the charge to end tortoise and freshwater turtle extinctions worldwide.

Formed in 2001 and gaining nonprofit status in 2004, Turtle Survival Alliance is a global conservation organization that works to create a planet where tortoises and freshwater turtles can thrive in the wild. Our science-based initiatives are directed by local leaders, inspiring sustainable, community-based stewardship to prevent extinctions. Where populations cannot yet thrive in the wild, our captive breeding programs preserve opportunities for their future survival.

Mission, Reach, Vision

Our Vision

A planet where turtles thrive in the wild, and are respected and protected by all humans.

Our Mission

To protect and restore wild populations of tortoises and freshwater turtles through science-based conservation, global leadership, and local stewardship.

Our Reach

We operate or support projects in 15 countries around the world, protecting habitats and putting resources on the ground to protect the most imperiled turtle and tortoise species.
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Turtle Survival Alliance
Our Team

Turtle Survival Alliance’s talented team of scientists, researchers, and supporters lead with action and bring life to our mission.

Staff

Marc Dupuis-Desormeaux

CEO & President

Carol Alvarez

Veterinary Keeper, Turtle Survival Center
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Kirstyn Cardwell

Administrative Assistant

Dave Collins

Senior Director of Domestic Operations

Clinton Doak

Director of Turtle Survival Center Operations
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Finn Dooley

Finance and Data Management Specialist

Elena Duran

Communications Coordinator

AJ Fetterman

Chelonian Keeper II

Natalia Gallego-García, PhD

Director of Conservation Genetics

Jordan Gray

External Relations Manager

Cris Hagen

Director of Animal Management and Collections

Rachael Harff

Chelonian Keeper II

Heather Lambert

Director of Finance and Human Resources

Ratri Lertluksamipun

Director of Development

Makayla Peppin-Sherwood

Grants Manager

Chelsea Rinn

Development Manager

Andrew Walde

Director of Field Conservation

Nita Yawn

Chelonian Keeper II

Board of Directors

Allison Alberts, PhD

Board of Directors

Heather Barrett

Board of Directors

Becca Cozad

Board of Directors

Josh Dale

Board of Directors

Andy Daneault

Board of Directors

Bill Dennler

Board of Directors

Michael Fouraker

Board of Directors

Mike Gibbons

Board of Directors

Kim Gray

Board of Directors

Tim Gregory, PhD

Board of Directors

Rick Hudson

Board of Directors - Ex-Officio

John Iverson

Board of Directors

Cristina Jones

Board of Directors - Ex-Officio

Patricia Koval

Board of Directors, Chair

Ilana Miller

Board of Directors

John Mitchell

Board of Directors

Russell Mittermeier

Board of Directors

Hugh Quinn, PhD

Board of Directors

Anders Rhodin, M.D.

Board of Directors

Frank Slavens

Board of Directors

TURTLE SURVIVAL ALLIANCE
Global Alliance Partners

We partner with local conservation leaders around the world to deliver our strategic, science-based initiatives.
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Turtle Survival Alliance
2023 Impact Report

Introducing the inaugural Turtle Survival Alliance Impact Report! Inside this issue, explore our rewilding efforts and discover detailed metrics on our progress toward our goal of a planet where turtles thrive in the wild and where all respect and protect them.
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Financials & Policies

2022 Audited Financial Statements 2022 Form 990 2021 Audited Financial Statements 2021 Form 990 2020 Audited Financial Statements 2020 Form 990 Code of Ethics Non-Discrimination Statement Audit and Finance Committee Charter Governance Committee Charter Annual Symposium Code of Conduct Events Code of Conduct 2024 Whistleblower Policy 2024 By-laws