Meet Seaside's Staff

Keith has been with Seaside since the organization was founded in July of 2016, becoming the Director of Operations in September of 2017. Prior to joining Seaside, Keith was the Hospital Supervisor for the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary where he worked from 2015 up until their closing in 2016. In the past Keith had also volunteered for organizations such as Elmira's Wildlife Sanctuary and Friends of Strays. Keith also currently sits on the board of directors for Friends of the Pelicans, inc., a non-profit wild bird rescue organization based out of Bradenton, Florida.

Melissa joined the Seaside family in October of 2017, Prior to Seaside, Melissa worked at Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and Owl’s Nest Sanctuary for Wildlife in Florida, all the while finishing her Integrative Animal Biology degree. Melissa is a certified wildlife rehabilitator with the International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council (IWRC), and is state licensed in Florida. Melissa also currently sits on the board of directors for Friends of the Pelicans, inc., a non-profit wild bird rescue organization based out of Bradenton, Florida.

Dylan joined the Seaside family in December of 2019. Prior to Seaside, Dylan worked at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium from 2015-2017, and as a Laboratory Technician at the Marinco Bioassay Laboratory from 2017-2020. In addition, Dylan has volunteered for the Audubon Society since 2014. Dylan holds a bachelor’s degree in biology.

Justin joined the Seaside family in January of 2018. Prior to joining Seaside, Justin had been volunteering at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium since 2010. At the Aquarium, Justin worked in their hospital assisting with the rehabilitation of sea turtles.

Amy has been with Seaside since its founding in 2016. Prior to Seaside, Amy volunteered at the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary from 2014-2016, as well as for the Audubon Society for many years.

Diane has been with the Seaside since it formed in 2016. Prior to Joining the Seaside family, Diane was the Gift Shop Manager and Volunteer & Event Coordinator for the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary from 2014-2016. Diane has over 30 years of retail management and customer service experience.

Chris has been with Seaside since its founding in 2016. Prior to joining Seaside, Chris worked for the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary from 2011-2016.