Growing up in South Florida, it was nearly impossible not to fall in love with our beaches, waterways, and wild spaces. That love quickly grew into a passion for protecting them — and sharing that passion with others. I’ve been fortunate to turn my love for the outdoors into a career, working hands-on across South Florida’s diverse ecosystems. Over time, it’s become a core belief of mine that the more people understand and care about Florida’s unique environment, the better off we all are — now and for generations to come. In my role with Palm Beach County’s Environmental Resources Management, I get to do what I love most: connect people to the land and water around them and be a voice for the natural spaces that make Florida, Florida.