Lishka Arata

About Lishka Arata

I am driven, organized, adaptable, and creative with a commitment to conserving the natural world through science, education, and communication. I have a rich and diverse educational, professional, and personal background that leverages my current objective to foster a sustainable future where people, wildlife, ecology, and economy are equally valued and prioritized.

Experience

1. Director of Communications

   Point Blue Conservation Science

   Apr 2026 — Present · Petaluma, CA, US

   As Director of Communications I oversee and manage science communications at Point Blue with the overarching goal of engaging more people in conservation action. This means getting the word out about our connected conservation science work through various outlets, like news media, web, and social media. I also work to support our programmatic staff to be a strong team of outstanding science communicators. Additionally, I lead our art and science partnerships with support from our board and leadership team. In my role at Point Blue I am thrilled to work toward my personal commitment to conserve and restore the natural world and cultivate a sustainable future where people, wildlife, ecology, and economy are working together in one mutually beneficial system.

Education

• Humboldt State University

  Bachelor of Science, Biology

  1997 — 2003

Skills

• Field Work
• Science
• Birds
• Lifesciences
• Environmental Awareness
• Research
• Community Outreach
• Gps
• Web Editing
• Social Media
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Office
• Public Speaking
• Proposal Writing
• Report Writing
• Writing
• Photoshop
• Digital Photography
• Conservation Issues
• Natural Resources
• Environmental Education
• Conservation Biology