Our Team

Ted Morton, Executive Director

Ted has more than 25 years of experience in ocean conservation policy and leadership. Ted previously directed The Pew Charitable Trusts oceans’ programmatic work at the federal level and directed a campaign at the Environmental Defense Fund to improve the international trade of coral reef wildlife. He served as the vice president of organizational effectiveness and operations at SeaWeb, director of operations at the Pew Institute for Ocean Science, and federal policy director for Oceana. As policy director at American Oceans Campaign, he was instrumental in the 2000 passage of legislation that strengthened water testing and public notification programs nationwide. He has also led several ocean and clean water advocacy coalitions throughout his career.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Furman University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia School of Law. Ted grew up in Atlanta and in his free time, he enjoys traveling, running, hiking, swimming, and cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs.

Trish Reynales, Development Associate

Trish Reynales is a longtime Santa Barbaran with a keen interest in marine conservation and a love of all things ocean. She learned to scuba dive in the Channel Islands decades ago, and teamed up with Channelkeeper in 2022 to help with fundraising goals. She brings far-reaching experience to the role, including a career in publishing that has taken her around the world. In her downtime, Trish likes to read, swim, and kayak.

Veronica Moran, Program & Administrative Assistant

Veronica joined the team in 2023 to provide administrative support and assist with Channelkeeper’s monitoring, education and community engagement programs. She was first introduced to Channelkeeper in junior high while volunteering for an elementary school science education program. This experience sparked her love for environmental conservation. Veronica earned a bachelor’s degree in Biology with a minor in Environmental Science from CSU Monterey Bay. In her free time, she enjoys reading, hiking, and going to the beach with her dog. 

We’re looking for a Development Director! 

Santa Barbara Channelkeeper is currently seeking a Development Director to join our team. Development Director candidates should be passionate about the mission and work of Santa Barbara Channelkeeper, enthusiastic about fundraising, and experienced in asking for financial support from a diversity of sources. Click here to learn more.