Avila Beach

Our People

The Central Coast of California is not only an amazing place to live but brings a special feeling of community, a sense of place and some of the best people you could hope to meet. We thank our amazing team, board and volunteers for bringing marine science and education to our beautiful coast! 

Board of Directors

Katie Gillespie

Katie Gillespie

Chair
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Leslie Terry

Secretary
Tara Kasarjian

Tara Kasarjian

Director
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John Lindsey

Director
Tim Williams Director Central Coast Aquarium

Tim Williams

Director

Staff

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Christy Kasarjian

Executive Director
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Ashley Tjepkema

Director of Education
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Tatum Schneider

Senior Aquarist
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Lexi Mitchell

Volunteer Coordinator & Jr. Aquarist
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Haley Wood

Exhibit Hall Supervisor & Educator

Central Coast Aquarium, a place to learn