Valentine Thomas is a world-class spear-fisher, freediver, published author, and expert in sustainable seafood. She is a two-time TEDx Speaker, Forbes changemaker, international ambassador for tourism and ocean sustainability, and social and community influencer with a half million followers. An explorer who connects with the outdoors through her passion for the ocean, she is passionate about ethical food sourcing, food sustainability, and ocean conservationism. She has appeared in multiple media outlets including Forbes, Huffington Post, and CBS Saturday Morning. In May 2023, she published Good Catch: A Guide to Sustainable Fish and Seafood. Valentine has a law degree and a masters in common law (JD) from University of Montreal and resides in Austin, TX
