Adam is a PhD qualified marine ecologist with over 20 years of experience in marine science, management and consulting. Adam’s research has examined a wide range of topics including use of stable isotopic signatures for characterising nutrient dispersion, seagrass disturbance ecology, wrack dynamics, and understanding effects of oil spills on marine biota. Prior to consulting, Adam worked in environmental policy development and State of the Environment reporting for State Government. Adam’s research has regularly linked with government, industry and management agencies, but he is now excited to turn his attention on creating avenues for indigenous involvement in industry led marine science programs.