Ellen Cuppage

Ellen Cuppage has extensive experience in marine mammal care and training, currently serving as the Dolphin Area Lead Marine Mammal Specialist at Gulf World Marine Park since May 2017. Ellen's responsibilities include mentoring new trainers, rehabilitating stranded cetaceans, and training animals for various interactive programs. Previous roles at Gulf World Marine Park included Marine Mammal Specialist II and I, where Ellen provided care for various marine animals and facilitated educational presentations. Earlier experience includes positions at SAIC as an Animal Training Assistant I, and seasonal roles at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and Marineland Dolphin Adventure. Ellen holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Florida Southern College and has held fitness-related positions as a group exercise instructor and head lifeguard.