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Our Team

Recognizing the need for sophisticated government and public affairs services in the community she holds dear, Emily founded ESP Advisors with a mission to elevate ocean priorities. Utilizing her advocacy experience and deep understanding of environmental science, Emily leads the firm in all its endeavors.

Emily Patrolia

Coffee with almond milk

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Yeti crab

Based on the East Coast

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Emily Patrolia

Chief Executive Officer & Founder

Kat draws upon her ocean policy expertise and years of experience managing projects, programs, and teams to catalyze success for ESP Advisors and our clients. Most recently, Kat served as staff for Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS), former Chair of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

Kat Montgomery

Cappuccino with sugar

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Seahorse

Based on the East Coast

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Kat Montgomery

Chief Operating Officer

Sarah brings a decade of media relations and science communication expertise to her role at ESP Advisors. Before joining ESP, she reported on marine and coastal science for outlets including National Geographic News, PBS Digital Studios, and Hakai Magazine.

Sarah Keartes

Iced tea

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Scalloped hammerhead

Based on the West Coast

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Sarah Keartes

Senior Manager

Austen recently completed a Sea Grant Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship in Rep. Jared Huffman's (D-CA-02) office where she worked on wildlife, ocean, and climate issues. She has a background in coral reef ecology, nature-based solutions, and coastal management and holds a Master's degree in coastal science and policy from UC Santa Cruz. 

Austen Stovall

Iced oat milk latte with

coconut syrup

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Corals

Based on the East Coast

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Austen Stovall

Policy Manager

Leigh has more than a decade of experience working in the ocean and fisheries space, most recently serving as the Executive Director of Seafood Harvesters of America for nearly seven years. Having spent time working on the Hill and in the private and nonprofit sectors, she has extensive knowledge of fisheries management, coastal restoration, and ocean policy. Leigh holds a Master's of Marine Affairs from the University of Rhode Island.

Leigh Habegger

Iced coffee with cinnamon simply syrup

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Snowy grouper

Based on the East Coast

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Leigh Habegger

Policy Advisor

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Pamela has over 25 years experience on Capitol Hill. As Chief of Staff for the late Congressman Don Young (R-AK), father of many initiatives and laws that govern ocean resources today, she oversaw 16 original bills that were signed into law and managed the annual appropriations process.

Pamela Day

Iced cold brew with sweet foam

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Sea otter

Based on the East Coast

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Pamela Day

Senior Advisor | Policy

With over a decade of experience bringing clients’ visions to reality, Cat specializes in marketing and brand development. As both a designer and artist, she excels in visual storytelling and graphic strategy.

Cat Elia

Iced coffee with milk

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Frog fish

Based on the West Coast

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Cat Elia

Senior Advisor | Design

Interested in joining our team? 

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