About our Meeting Logo

This year’s logo is inspired by our theme: Success: A Journey, Not a Destination. As I shared in the theme introduction, this message resonates across many aspects of our professional and personal lives. To reflect that visually, the logo features three species that are not yet “recovered,” but are in progress—thanks to the dedication of countless biologists, conservationists, and policymakers.

Each species represents one of the three states or areas in our Section:

• Hawai‘i/Pacific Islands – ʻAlalā (Hawaiian Crow): The ʻAlalā is Hawai‘i’s only native crow and is currently extinct—or nearly extinct—in the wild. Ongoing captive breeding and carefully coordinated reintroduction efforts reflect the long-term commitment of numerous organizations and agencies working together toward species recovery. 
• Nevada – Desert Bighorn Sheep: This iconic species has faced pressures from hunting, disease, and drought. Despite more than 75 years of recovery efforts, populations remain in decline. The desert bighorn symbolizes the ongoing commitment and resilience required in conservation.
• California – American Pika: Small, charismatic, and vulnerable, the pika has become a symbol of climate change. As it runs out of suitable mountaintop habitat, its future depends on innovative thinking and swift action.

These species remind us that success in conservation is rarely immediate. It’s a process marked by setbacks, persistence, and progress. The logo celebrates that journey—and the people who make it possible.

About the artist:  Josua Becker is a creative designer with a lifelong passion for art and visual storytelling. He began his career as a firefighter with Cal Fire before returning to his true passion—design. He served as a creative director for newspapers and magazines in the Monterey Bay area before joining Dudek.  Josh is a passionate surfer, runner, and father of two young kids. He enjoys frequent nature trips from Santa Cruz to Cape Cod.

The artist shared the following:  The inspiration for the design came from imagining the everyday dedication and curiosity of biologists in the field. I envisioned a moment where a biologist is deeply immersed in observing a lizard on a rock, taking notes with meticulous care. This scene captures the essence of their tireless efforts to understand and protect our natural world. Growing up surrounded by Tunisia’s diverse landscapes and rich wildlife, I’ve always been fascinated by the intricate relationships within ecosystems. Through this logo, I hoped to celebrate the commitment of those who work to preserve the beauty and complexity of our environment.