Anesti Vega is an Oceanographer, Aquanaut, and Educator based in Florida and explores the oceans around the world. He also serves as a SCUBA Instructor and Expedition Leader to advocate for our oceans and increase education, safety, and accessibility to SCUBA and ocean exploration.
2021 JOHN BEAKLEY MARINE SCIENCE EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD
For outstanding contributions to marine science education and ocean conservation.
2021 SEA HERO OF THE YEAR BY
SCUBA DIVING MAGAZINE
For being on a mission to expand the accessibility of diving and ocean exploration with his work as Scuba Council Chair of Diversity In Aquatics.
2022 DIVERSITY IN AQUATICS PRESIDENTS AWARD
For a person or organization that exhibits the highest ideals of diversity and inclusion in all their aquatic practices.
DIVERSITY IN AQUATICS
ANESTI VEGA SERVES AS THE SCUBA COUNCIL CHAIR FOR DIA, AN INTERNATIONAL NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO INCREASING EDUCATION AND ACCESSIBILITY TO WATER SAFETY FOR MARGINALIZED POPULATIONS.
VETERANS & THE OCEAN
ANESTI VEGA is an army combat veteran, serving with the 101st airborne division and 7th special forces group. he has worked with numerous organizations and initiatives over the years in connecting veterans to stem field research and ocean conservation. this continuity of purpose improves mental health & quality of life while also bettering the world we live in.
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
TV APPEARANCES, KEYNOTES, PRESENTATIONS,
WORKSHOPS, PANEL DISCUSSIONS, ETC.
