MICHAEL HEITHAUS, PH.D.
Co-Founder
Along with being Dean of the College of Arts, Sciences & Education and Professor of Biological Sciences at Florida International University, Mike is a Biologist, Explorer, Author, Educator, and Shark Week Television host. An internationally renowned marine ecologist, specializing in sharks, other large marine animals, and the application of new technologies to explore animal behavior, Dr. Heithaus has co-authored two high school textbooks (Holt Biology, Environmental Science) and is a program author on several K-8 Science programs. Mike has hosted and produced dozens of nationally-distributed science-based education video projects.
PATRICK GREENE
Co-Founder
Biologist turned filmaker, Patrick has conducted scientific research around the world. He specializes in science programming and educational media. His Emmy Award winning work has been seen on numerous networks including ABC, Nat Geo, PBS, Discovery Channel, to name a few. He has produced over five hundred educational videos ranging from elementary science topics, high school biology and chemistry, to middle and high school math. These videos have reached millions of students in classrooms around the United States. He has worked with dozens of scientists helping bring their stories to a public audience.