White Oak Conservation Center Staff

An organization’s ability to achieve mission related goals and success correlates directly with staff investment.  The professionalism, depth of experience, and leadership of the Conservation Center team results in quality facilities, animal and scientific programs, and guest experiences, resulting in significant contributions to species conservation.   

Senior Staff:

John Lukas - President and Co-founder

Steve Shurter - Director, International Projects (Gilman International Conservation), Director (White Oak Conservation Center)

Dr. Scott Citino - Staff Veterinarian

Dr. Linda Penfold - Adjunct Research Coordinator

Administrative Staff:

Brandy Carvalho

Frank Roberts

Stephanie Rutan

Kelly Williamson

Animal Health and Research Staff:

Laura Elder

Marcie Oliva

Avian Specialists:

Mike Taylor - Supervisor

Carnivore Specialists:

Karen Ziegler- Meeks - Supervisor

Kelly Donithan

Amy Perry

Ungulate Specialists:

Scotty Wade - Supervisor

Jennifer Braun

Jesse Golden

Wayne Hemphill

Mary Minotis

Tim President

Jennifer Sealy

Brandon Speeg

Vickie Steele

Maintenance Staff:

Tim Callahan