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Marine Conservationist | TV Host | Mocha Mermaid

 
 
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DIVE INTO ADVENTURE!

 
Danni's a science communicator and avid ocean advocate aiming to share her knowledge of the ocean and other scientific concepts through digital media. As a woman of color, she's striving to get female minorities to pursue a path around STEM.
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MY STORY

As the first African-American woman to host her own science television series, I am deeply passionate about inspiring the next generation to connect and understand the natural world. I've spent the last 10 years finding creative ways to convert my passion for the ocean and science into exciting, high-profile ways. In my latest science communication project, I serve as the host of a new STEM educational TV show which features the most current advances in bio-inspired technology and design called Xploration Nature Knows Best which aired nationwide on FOX (also available on HULU and Amazon Prime). I'm a graduate of the University of Miami with a degree in Marine Science & Biology — At age 21, I co-founded the Big Blue & You, which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to inspiring and educating youth about marine conservation through arts and media. In addition to my love of marine science, youth outreach and the arts, I'm also a scuba diver, stand-up paddle boarder, digital influencer, curly girl and overall lover of the outdoors. As you learn more about my journey, I hope you will be inspired to shine your light unapologetically, use your unique set of gifts and follow your passion...whatever that might be! 

Photo Credit: J. Alexander Clark 

Photo Credit: J. Alexander Clark 

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Inspiring LOVE FOR OUR BLUE PLANET!

Photo Credit: Erica DiGiovanni

Photo Credit: Erica DiGiovanni

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Spent Father’s Day at the Historic Lyric Theater in Overtown Miami. We closed out #ABFF2018 with a special day for the local community to enjoy conversations with leaders in the industry and screened content that reflected our realities. It was an honor to emcee the event. Thank you @americanblackfilmfestival for the opportunity! #WeAreABFF
Dad!!!! Happy Father’s Day! Love you with all of my heart. Your patience, compassionate nature and generous soul never cease to amaze me. You’re always willing to listen to my crazy stories and encourage me to keep aiming for my BIG dreams. #happyfathersday2018
All I can say is...you better show up next year for ABFF 2019 🎥💥💙 @americanblackfilmfestival #WeAreABFF
What a weekend!! The @americanblackfilmfestival has been a nourishing and inspiring experience. It’s more than a film festival...it is a celebration of incredibly talented people of color who are setting new standards of storytelling thru film. Our powerful stories deserve to be included in mainstream media because we are an integral part of the collective human narrative. Thanks to the networks, companies and brands that recognize this. #WeAreABFF
Last weekend was fiyaaaa🔥 ...literally and figuratively 😂 We made history! First March for the Ocean EVER! Nearly 1 million people all over the world gathered to march and stand up for the place that provides everything we need to live on this planet. It was brutally hot in DC and everyone was drenched in sweat by the end of the march. But it was all worth it. We are the Voice for the voiceless. #LoveYourMother #OceanTribe @marchfortheocean @seayouthriseup @bigblueandyou @worldoceansday
Windswept 💨 There are 19 active volcanoes 🌋 in the Caribbean including one located in Saint Lucia 🇱🇨 Thanks to all of that volcanic activity, this mountainous little island is blessed with many high altitude lookout spots. This was taken almost at the top of Fort Rodney. A huge thunderstorm was rolling into the area and the breeze was glorious! #LetHerInspireYou
Breathing deep and giving thanks for a magical #WorldOceansDay celebration. Will continue to use my voice and story to inspire others to love our beautiful blue planet. And uplift the next generation of ocean leaders and fearlessly speak truth to power.
O C E A N 💙 W A R R I O R @marchfortheocean @seayouthriseup @bigblueandyou @worldoceansday
Back in 1926, this bank vault was probably full of cash. Now, it's been transformed into a cozy quiet room designed for creators and entrepreneurs like me who are investing their energy into building their own successful business. The Security building is the newest addition to the @wework locations in Miami. Loved working in this space because of its vintage feel and inspiring me to channel my #GirlBoss vibes. #sponsored
HAPPY WORLD OCEANS DAY!!!! Jump in the ocean or any clean body of water near you this weekend to celebrate! 🐳💦🌎💙🌊#WorldOceansDay
I think being a creator is all about giving yourself the freedom to explore your imagination while staying grounded in real knowledge and skills that will produce tangible results. How have you applied your gifts and talents today? #HustleHarder #WeWork #Ad @wework