Jessica Labaja Executive Director Jess grew up in Iligan, Mindanao, before embarking on a degree and career in IT in Manila. Realising her passion for marine conservation, she quit her job and volunteered with LAMAVE in 2012. She never looked back and today she is the countries leading female whale shark researcher. Jess plays a vital role in LAMAVEs in-country strategy.  BSc. Information and Communication Technology Management – De La Salle University Manila, Philippines  