Troy Wynne grew up in Washington DC and currently lives in San Diego, California where she is a PhD student specializing in marine and coastal conservation ecology. Her academic journey is not only defined by a pursuit of ecological knowledge but also by a deep commitment to environmental and social justice causes.

Beyond her research endeavors, Troy serves as the community manager at Black in Marine Science and is an active member of Black Women in Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Science. She is dedicated to fostering diversity within the marine science community and working towards a more inclusive and representative field.