Internship#9

Mentor Background Information:

Joan Embery is San Diego native and has always had a knack for animals.
She studied zoology and telecommunications and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication. She is known for her work with exotic animals, and while working at the zoo, used to go on TV on shows such as Johnny Carson's and show animals like baby gorillas and orangutans. In 2004 she created her own non-profit foundation, The Embery Institute for Wildlife Conservation, with the mission of connecting people to wildlife and conservation issues and the role each individual plays in insuring healthy environments. To this day, she shares her experiences and passion for animals with personal accounts and anecdotes. She maintains a collection of wildlife ambassadors that travel with her representing the animal world and helping to educate her audiences.