Dr Brittany "Brit" Finucci

President

Fisheries Scientist

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National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA), New Zealand

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"OCS has always been a great introduction to the chondrichthyan community regionally and globally, particularly when you’re stuck in a more isolated part of the world. I’m excited to help the society continue to grow and look forward to connecting more shark-loving researchers across Southeast Asia and the Pacific."

Adrienne Gooden

Treasurer

Honours Student

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Southern Shark Ecology Group, Flinders University, Australia

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"My first introduction to OCS was in 2018 where I attended my first conference on Stradbroke Island as an undergraduate. I was met with a warm, welcoming and encouraging group of scientists who were willing to help me succeed and grow. Being part of OCS will give me the opportunity to meet, connect and collaborate with like-minded passionate shark scientists and pay forward the kindness shown to me."

Dr Justin Rizzari

Vice-President

Fisheries Scientist/ Lecturer in Fisheries Science
 

Deakin University, School of Life and Environmental Sciences, Australia

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"While I love all things sharks, rays, and chimaeras, when it comes to the OCS community it always feels like you are catching up with true friends rather than just colleagues. Connecting with others to share ideas and network with those who are passionate about similar things as you is always great!."

Dr Samantha Sherman

Secretary

Post-doctoral Research Fellow

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Simon Fraser University, British Columbia, Canada

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TRAFFIC, Cambridge, UK

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"OCS was the first conference I went to during my Masters and I met a great group of impressive and welcoming people. Being involved in OCS I am looking forward to being part of a community of shark scientists that I can learn from and collaborate with."