Membership Community

Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders in Conservation

The Aspiring Zoo and Aquarium Leaders Network is a unique, fully virtual community designed specifically for passionate individuals in the Zoo and Aquarium field who are ready to invest in their leadership journey. This annual subscription program provides the tools, resources, and mentorship you need to build your influence, master essential skills, and step into leadership roles—all without needing a formal title.
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Twice Monthly Learning Sessions and Hot Seat Coaching

Engage in impactful discussions led by seasoned Zoo and Aquarium professionals. Gain practical advice and feedback on real challenges you face.

Individual Development Plan Tools

Create a personalized roadmap for your growth, designed to help you achieve career goals, refine your strengths, and prepare for leadership opportunities.

DISC Assessment & Personalized Report

Receive a comprehensive DISC Assessment to understand your behavioral strengths. Your personalized report will guide you in using these insights to improve your communication and management style.

Leadership Skills for Today & Tomorrow

Master the skills to influence, collaborate, and inspire others, positioning yourself as a go-to leader in your organization. From communication to project management, you’ll develop the expertise needed to lead effectively.

Why Join?

Our program is designed to be accessible, actionable, and built around the unique needs of Zoo and Aquarium professionals. As an aspiring leader, you’ll have the chance to practice and refine your skills, gain insights from industry leaders, and become part of a network that shares your leadership ambitions.
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Meet the Facilitators

Tiffaney McClendon

Tiffaney McClendon is a leadership professional with more than 30 years of experience guiding others to realize their potential as leaders. Her diverse background across various professions as well as her lived experience as a woman of color have helped her develop a responsive and inclusive approach to leadership. She has dedicated the last five years to creating unique training experiences and content that help current and aspiring leaders discover and enhance their leadership knowledge and skills. Tiffaney believes crucial elements of great leadership include humility, accountability, inclusivity, emotional intelligence, effective communication, proper training, and a willingness to continue learning and growing.

Tiffaney currently serves as the Director of Learning & Inclusion at Birmingham Zoo in Birmingham, Alabama.


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Meet the Facilitators

Laura Martina

Laura Martina, founder of Leadby, is a seasoned leadership professional with over 20 years of experience in People Management, Organizational Culture, and Leadership Development. With a career spanning both for-profit and nonprofit sectors, including her transformative role as Chief People Officer at Fresno Chaffee Zoo, Laura has honed a unique ability to build inclusive, productive cultures and empower teams to thrive. Her leadership journey is grounded in her expertise in navigating complex organizational growth and fostering environments where individuals feel valued and engaged.

As a certified Executive Coach accredited by the International Coach Federation, Laura partners with leaders to enhance self-awareness, communication, and collaboration. Through Leadby, she continues to develop innovative training and coaching experiences that equip current and aspiring leaders with the tools they need to grow. Laura is passionate about helping leaders build intentional cultures, embrace accountability, and develop the emotional intelligence needed to inspire their teams and drive meaningful change.