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Laura Finn	Thomas Finn
Background, Education & Training Laura Seckbach Finn (LSF), the founder of Fly By Night, Inc, received a Masters degree in Biology & Bachelors in Zoology from the University of Central Florida. She is considered an expert in the field of bat conservation & biology, field research & population management. Thomas Finn (TGF) is a former high steel painter / sandblaster, a vested IUPAT Journeyman (International Union of Painters and Allied Trades) & master rigger. Since 1990, they have dedicated their lives to the study and conservation of bats.
Certificates & Awards 2004 Bat House Hall of Fame, Bat Conservation International (BCI) - NA Bat House Research Project (NABHRP) 2000 Distinguished Research Associate, Honorary Lifetime Status Award - BCI NABRP 1999 Distinguished Research Associate, Special Achievement Award- BCI NABRP 1997 Outstanding Scientific Presentation Florida Academy of Sciences (FAS) 1997 University of Florida Sigma Xi Award 1996 Explorers Club Award: Best student paper - 60^th FAS meeting 1987-2000: Annual Training Certifications for Lead Abatement, OSHA Hazard Awareness, etc (Thomas Finn)
Professional Activities 2000: Founder, Bats in Buildings Program (Bat Conservation International) 2000-2005: Coordinator, BCI’s Bats in Buildings Program 1999 & 2000: Chair, Florida Committee on Rare & Endangered Plants & Animals (FCREPA) 1998Ò: American Zoological Association Bat Taxon Advisory Group 1996: Bats in Buildings Workshop IFAS, Gainesville, FL 1995Ò: The Southeastern Bat Diversity Network Laura was one of the founding members 1990Ò: North American Symposium on Bat Research (NASBR) Laura served on the planning committee for the 23rd annual meeting held in Gainesville, FL Fly By Night, Inc. is recognized by the IRS as a Section 501(c)(3) non-profit / tax-exempt organization. Donations are tax-deductible and all donated funds directly support our bat conservation efforts. CH12360