Tricia Dees has over 15 years of experience coordinating conservation efforts and fundraising events at SeaWorld San Antonio. She coordinates their largest annual fundraising event, Run for the Fund, which raises over $1,000 annually with her securing of sponsors and volunteers. Additionally, she reviews grant applications, communicates conservation updates, and maintains relationships with funders and conservation organizations. She also has over 15 years of experience training a variety of animal species at SeaWorld and presenting at international conferences.