Jay is an electrical engineer, accomplished underwater photographer, and dive shop owner whose life and work are deeply connected to the ocean surrounding Roatán. Through thousands of hours spent beneath the surface, he has developed a profound appreciation for the fragile beauty and complexity of marine ecosystems.

Recently, Jay completed an extraordinary 15-hour marathon dive to raise funds for conservation efforts supporting the Roatán Marine Park.

Through his work, Jay combines science, exploration, and storytelling to inspire people to see the ocean not only as a place of wonder, but as a treasure worth protecting.

The talk title: Ocean’s Treasure