Who We Are
Reef Unity Network was founded on a simple belief: successful coral conservation requires more than good science. The challenges facing coral reefs are complex and interconnected. Researchers, practitioners, and other stakeholders must unite to co-design solutions, manage projects, communicate clearly, and build the skills needed to create lasting impact.
Reef Unity Network supports these efforts through professional development, project management, science communication, and strategic planning services tailored to the coral restoration community. Whether mentoring emerging professionals or helping organizations strengthen restoration initiatives, our goal is the same: to help people and projects achieve greater impact for coral reefs.
Meet our Founder: Matt Gamache, PhD
Dr. Matthew Gamache (aka Coach Matt) is a molecular ecologist by training as well as a project manager, science communicator, and educator specializing in coral reef restoration.
He earned his Ph.D. in Integrative Biology from the University of South Florida, where his research focused on developing solutions that improve coral restoration outcomes by integrating ecological science with stakeholder priorities and practical considerations.
Throughout his career, Coach Matt has worked at the intersection of research, conservation, education, and community engagement. This combination of scientific expertise and people-centered problem solving forms the foundation of Reef Unity Network's approach: helping individuals and organizations transform knowledge into meaningful restoration impact.
