2007 Annual Report

Table of Contents�

3� ....................... Introduction5� .......................Message from the President and Chairman7 � ......................New Exhibitions and Programs11� ......................Educational Programming15� ......................Festivals and Guest Speakers17� ......................Conservation21 � .....................Volunteers23� .....................Fundraising Successes29� .....................Major Donors33� .....................Financial Overview34� .....................Administration�

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Annual Report Staff�

Alexi Holford,� editor and writerAndrew Reitsma,� graphic designerCecile Fisher,� editorial advisor and copy editor

It was a year of many additions and firsts, from new animals in the Seal and Sea Lion Habitat to registering our greenhouse gas emissions as the first Climate Action Leader™ among museums, zoos, and aquariums. As a world-class aquarium, the Aquarium of the Pacific continues to grow as it reaches wider audiences with even broader messages of conservation and stewardship.

The Aquarium ranked as zthe second-most-attended non-profit cultural institution in the Los Angeles region and the fifth-most-attended aquarium in the United States.

More than 260,000 students zand teachers participated in self-guided tours, sleepovers, standards-based classes, theater programs, or visits from the Aquarium on Wheels.

The Aquarium maintained one of zthe highest-rated overall guest experiences among the nation’s top 10 aquariums, also ranking high in both the education and entertainment categories.

The Aquarium of the Pacific zbecame the first among zoos, aquariums, and museums in the nation to report its greenhouse gas emissions.

The Aquarium had an annual zeconomic impact of more than $150 million on Los Angeles, Riverside, Ventura, and Orange Counties.

The Aquarium continued to zrank as the country’s most diverse major aquarium, attracting an audience that is reflective of its community.

With a $31 million annual zbudget, the Aquarium’s financial operation is among the most efficient of the nation’s top aquariums.

The Aquarium presented zan enhanced version of Whales: Voices in the Sea at the International Whaling Commission meeting in Anchorage, Alaska.

With additional land leased zby the City of Long Beach, the Aquarium broke ground on its first new project to be built on the expanded footprint.

The Aquarium of the Pacific zwas the only major non-profit aquarium in the nation to have a sixth consecutive annual increase in attendance.

Year at a GlanceThis past year the Aquarium of the Pacific continued its upward trend in attendance, guest experience, economic impact, efficient operations, and sustainable practices. Key accomplishments of 2007 are highlighted below.

uests discovered the power and beauty of waves on their journey through the aquarium

of the pacific in 2007. the aquarium captured the attention of its 1.4 million visitors with the

year-long “catch a wave” exhibition through a melding of education about the science of waves

and the presentation of animals in the surf and surf culture.

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he aquarium of the pacific rode a wave of success in 2007. with 1.4 million visitors, it was

our sixth consecutive year of attendance increase. we hope that when these visitors left the aquarium,

they went away with a new sense of understanding and enthusiasm for the ocean, how it affects us,

and how we affect it.

TThe Aquarium’s multifaceted Catch a Wave program featured numerous exhibits, programs, and events on the science, power, and beauty of waves. Catch a Wave was a truly cross-departmental effort that resulted in an educational and entertaining experience for guests. They not only learned about tsunamis and wind waves, but also the history of surf culture and animals that live in the surf zone.

The Aquarium was pleased to introduce three new sea lions and a seal in 2007. Our Shorebird Sanctuary also opened in 2007, providing opportunities to learn about tidal wetlands, shorebirds, and several species of fishes and plants. And we were pleased to break ground on a new public exhibition on watersheds and classroom that will open in 2008.

The Aquarium continued its partnership with Cesar Chavez Elementary School in Long Beach in 2007. The improve-ment in science scores at Cesar Chavez Elementary since the beginning of the partnership with the Aquarium in spring 2005 is dramatic. The school’s academic performance for the 2006-2007 schoolyear demonstrates marked progress in relation to its scores in prior years as well as in comparison to other schools in Long Beach and California.

The Aquarium became the first among U.S. zoos, aquariums, and museums to earn the status of a Climate Action Leader™ by successfully certifying its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory with the Climate Action Registry in 2007. By joining the Registry, the Aquarium demonstrated its concern regarding global climate change. In addition to participating in the Registry’s rigorous program, the Aquarium developed measures ranging from reducing peak period energy usage to implementing environmentally friendly construction in an effort to increase energy efficiency, reduce GHG emissions, and demonstrate leadership in sustainability.

The Aquarium of the Pacific continued to play important roles in our community and in making positive change in society. One of the Aquarium’s most important roles is to bring together experts, policy- and decision-makers, and diverse stakeholders to identify and explore alternative strategies to deal with ongoing issues that affect our ocean and our planet. For example, we hosted a city-wide forum on making Long Beach a greener city in October 2007. Through an expanding number of collaborations, we bring the resulting ideas to the public through the Aquarium. We take the long view and do not shy away from complex, often controversial issues and strategies.

The Aquarium continues to expand its portfolio of programs in education, conservation, and outreach. Many of these programs are possible only because of our growing network of partnerships with outstanding organizations across the country, such as the City of Long Beach, the State of California, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the National Research Council. Helping visitors become environmental stewards who are committed to conservation is a key part of the Aquarium’s mission. Thank you for your support.

Sincerely,

J. Mario Molina, MDChairman of the Board

Jerry R. Schubel, PhDPresident and CEO

Message from

the President and Chairman

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Catch a WaveNumerous exhibits, programs, and events highlighted the power and beauty of waves

The Aquarium of the Pacific’s annual program for 2007 was Catch a Wave. Highlights included a Waves Gallery, educating our guests on the science of waves; the Surf Experience, a high energy movie on surfing projected across our Great Hall; exhibits on the history of surfing, surfing in Hawaii, animal surfers, hula, and the evolution of surf-boards; graphics on animals that live in the surf zone; daily hula demonstrations; a sandcastle area; a guest speaker series by surfers and scientists; a surf film series; and a surf band series.

Seals and Sea LionsFour new animals join the Aquarium family

The Aquarium of the Pacific welcomed three California sea lions and one harbor seal to its Seal and Sea Lion Habitat in 2007. In May the Aquarium received Odin, a two-year-old male sea lion from the Marine Mammal Care Center in San Pedro. This animal had been deemed non-releasable by the National Marine Fisheries Service because he is almost completely blind. In June the Aquarium received two one-year-old male sea lions, named Milo and Harpo, and a three-year-old male harbor seal, named Troy, all of whom were born at another AZA-affiliated aquarium. The travel, food, and care for these new animals was funded by a gift from Aquarium members Peri Marek and Peg Urvoas.

Shorebird SanctuaryResembling a tidal wetland, this exhibit teaches the importance of wetland ecosystems

It is estimated that California has lost more than 90 percent of its wetlands—more than any other U.S. state. With 13,000 acres remaining in Southern California, migratory birds wintering in California’s wetlands have declined from 60 million to two million. The Aquarium’s Shorebird Sanctuary, which opened in March 2007, brings awareness to this issue. Designed to resemble a tidal wetland such as Bolsa Chica, the Shorebird Sanctuary exhibit features seven microecosystems with native vegetation. Black-necked Stilts, Black-bellied Plovers, Snowy Plovers, and Ruddy Ducks provide educational opportunities about local and migratory birds.

Our Watershed StoryThe public can learn about the human impact on our watersheds

In July 2007 the Aquarium unveiled Our Watershed Story, a public display located behind the Aquarium in the Pierpoint Landing area. The display highlights the deteriorating state of the Los Angeles and San Gabriel watersheds through imagery of the past and present. One version of a map of the San Pedro Bay watershed area reveals its natural historic state before human settlement, while another version illustrates the heavily developed watershed as seen today. The goal of the exhibit is to encourage the public to make informed and sustainable choices to help improve our local watersheds. The Pierpoint Landing outdoor display is part of a watershed exhibit project developed by the Aquarium of the Pacific in conjunction with the Lower Los Angeles and San Gabriel Rivers and Mountains Conservancy.

ach year the aquarium of the pacific offers a new theme that is debuted in the summer.

“catch a wave” opened in 2007 and included new animals, exhibits, films, lectures, and programs.

among the other highlights were the introduction of three new sea lions and a seal and the opening

of shorebird sanctuary. through inspiring our 1.4 million guests with these presentations, exhibits, and programs,

the aquarium is able to achieve its mission of instilling a sense of wonder, respect, and stewardship for the pacific

ocean, its inhabitants, and ecosystems.

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Catch a Wave celebrated surfing, wave science, and the animals of the surf zone.

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Whales: Voices in the SeaUpdates focus on the effects of climate change on marine mammal populations

The Aquarium’s award-winning Whales: Voices in the Sea kiosk exhibit was enhanced in 2007. The updates focus on the effects of climate change on marine mammal populations and the status of modern commercial, scientific, and aboriginal whaling. An installation of the new exhibit, featuring Arctic whale species, premiered at the International Whaling Commission meeting in Anchorage, Alaska in May 2007. Funding from the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and the Pacific Life Foundation allowed the Aquarium and Scripps Institution of Oceanography to add new content to the Voices in the Sea exhibit, which was originally created in 2004.

Harbor Cruise and Whale WatchingVisitors explored nearby waters to seek out whales, dolphins, sea lions, and birds

The Aquarium began offering two new opportunities for whale watching in partnership with Harbor Breeze Cruises. On both a harbor tour and whale watch option, Aquarium visitors can explore the nearby waters to seek out bottlenose dolphins, sea lions, and birds. As part of the Harbor Cruise, guests have the opportunity to tour the Long Beach/Los Angeles Harbors for a 45-minute narrated cruise around one of the most active ports in the world. The whale watches include an educational presentation by an Aquarium marine naturalist and various hands-on learning activities for children of all ages. On board the boat, guests have the opportunity to learn more about whales with the aid of whale artifacts, such as different types of bones and baleen.

Website EnhancementsThe Aquarium launched new video and audio components

In an ongoing effort to bring the latest advancements to the Aquarium’s website to educate and engage the public, the Aquarium launched new video and audio components at www.aquariumofpacific.org/multimedia. Web visitors can now view and listen to video and audio files that include interviews with guest speakers, animal news, exhibit updates, and lecture archives as well as subscribe to Aquarium AquaCasts on iTunes. The website also features numerous bloggers who cover a variety of topics from research and education to animals and events. This is a major cross-departmental effort that includes the work of AV, education, marketing, and numerous volunteers.

Sea JelliesFive new sea jelly displays opened in the Northern Pacific Gallery

Sea jellies have been a favorite of Aquarium guests since the popular exhibit Jellies: Phantoms of the Deep in our changing gallery in 2001. To meet ongoing demand for these animals, five new sea jelly displays opened in the Northern Pacific Gallery in fall 2007. Located across from the Diving Birds exhibit, the sea jellies on display include West Coast sea nettles (Chrysaora fuscescens), Northern Pacific sea nettles (Chrysaora melanaster), moon jellies (Aurelia aurita), crystal jellies (Aqueorea aqueorea), and bell jellies (Polyorchis penicillatus). Except for the collected bell jellies, all were cultured at the Aquarium of the Pacific.

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Five new sea jelly displays opened in the Northern Pacific Gallery in the fall of 2007.

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Cesar Chavez Elementary PartnershipThe Aquarium of the Pacific has partnered with Cesar Chavez Elementary in Long Beach since the spring of 2005. Since then, the percentage of students scoring at proficient or above in science achievement increased from six percent to 29 percent. In 2007, for the first time, some Chavez students even scored at the highest level. On August 31, 2007 the California Department of Education released its 2006-2007 Academic Performance Index reports, which measure schools’ overall academic achievement. While its growth target

was six points, Cesar Chavez’s API went up 62 points—the largest gain among all Long Beach elementary schools and far greater than the median increase of 17 points among similar schools statewide.

The 2006-2007 schoolyear concluded with a Chavez family night at the Aquarium that was attended by nearly 500 students and family members. Chavez students toured their parents throughout the Aquarium and the third graders performed a play on our role in creating a healthy ocean.

he aquarium’s education department offers a selection of over 45 interactive classroom,

theater, and auditorium programs that align with california science standards. more than 260,000

students and teachers participated in self-guided tours, sleepovers, standards-based classes, theater

programs, or visits from the aquarium on wheels in 2007. we also offer mission-based programs for the public,

such as aquatots, preschool programs, family classes, day camps, and birthday parties.

Quiero dejarle saber que estoy sumamente agradecido por este bello programa educativo que se le esta brindando a mi hijo, Pedro. Los programas educativos que brinda el Aquarium of the Pacific han sido un gran impacto positivo para Pedro, ya que lo han educado a participar con el medio ambiente. Me gustaría comentar que este año hemos incluso cambiando nuestra forma de vida gracias a la educación de el programa del Aquarium of the Pacific. Mi hijo, Pedro, nos han animado a ser una familia que recicla. En parte, nos ha mostrado lo importante que es cuidar a nuestro

medio ambiente, nuestro mar y lo más importante, los animales de mar. V X Y

I would like to inform you that I am extremely grateful for this marvelous educational program that is offered to my son, Pedro. The education programs

that the Aquarium of the Pacific offers has been a positive driving force for Pedro now that he is knowledgeable on how he can actively participate in caring for the environment. I would also like to comment on how we as a family have changed

our way of life thanks to the education that the Aquarium of the Pacific has provided for my son. My son Pedro has encouraged us to be a family who recycles.

In many ways, he has shown us the importance of caring for the environment, the ocean, and most importantly the animals that call the ocean their home.

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The Sustainable Coastal Communities Camp offered students the opportunity to plan and build a model for the City of Long Beach in the year 2030.

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Day CampsFourteen weeks of camps were offered during the sum-mer season, promoting science skills through interactive activities, games, and crafts. Offered for pre-K through grade nine, participants are given the chance to go behind the scenes, interact with husbandry staff, and help take care of the animals that make their home at the Aquarium. In 2007 the Aquarium offered a Sustainable Coastal Communities Camp and a Marine Science Sleepover Camp for the first time.

Homeschool DaysOver 2,500 homeschool family members participated in the Aquarium’s second annual Homeschool Day in 2007. Based on the success in 2006, two days were devoted to home school families in September of 2007. The Aquarium encouraged students and their families to tour Aquarium exhibits, carts, presentations, and special classroom interactives.

My two children, ages ten and six, and I attended Homeschool Day at the Aquarium today. I want to

thank you for a wonderful experience. We were awed by watching the feedings in the otter, shark, and tropical tanks. The education staff members stationed in the classrooms and throughout the Aquarium were knowledgeable and worked well

with the kids. I greatly appreciated how one woman in a classroom took the time to help us

with an activity which taught how different types of shark teeth are used for eating specific foods. There were so many opportunities available that

we didn’t have time to do them all.

—Jennifer Winfield, homeschool parent

Birthday PartiesIn 2007 the Aquarium was recognized by Los Angeles Magazine with the Best Birthday Party Ever award. Aquarium educators supply guests with a celebration and cake and ice cream, including a themed educational classroom program with animal touch time and biofact discoveries.

Miller Children’s HospitalIn 2007 the Aquarium initiated a year-round commitment with Miller Children’s Hospital in Long Beach to bring the Aquarium to the young patients and their families. Aquarium volunteers are trained to conduct a special monthly program at the hospital, which consists of a lesson in marine science featuring hands-on activities, interpretive learning strategies, and engaging crafts for the patients. Bed-side versions of the program are offered for those patients who are unable to attend the program in the hospital playrooms. Each program is specially designed to address and appeal to a wide range of ages. This program is enhanced by live video captured from inside the Aquarium exhibits that is fed to monitors in the hospital lobby.

University PartnershipsThe Aquarium of the Pacific offered a program with the University of Southern California (USC) in the spring semester of 2007 called COSIA (Communicating Ocean Science to Informal Audiences). USC graduate students in the Department of Biological Sciences were eligible to enroll, as well as other students with experience in marine science. The course was designed for those interested in improving their ability to communicate scientific knowl-edge to informal audiences. The course combined instruction in inquiry-based science teaching methods with 15 hours spent on the floor at interpretation carts and at labs. The USC students practiced communicating scientific knowledge, received mentoring on how to improve their presentations, and learned strategies for speaking with the media, potential donors, and government representatives. Throughout the semester, the students contributed 105 hours of volunteer time.

In 2007 the University of California, Irvine (UCI) and the Aquarium established a professional development program through UCI’s multi-subject teacher credential program. Student teachers are provided background lessons in marine biology and specific training to teach in informal educational venues. Student teachers observe Aquarium classroom instruction and teach through exhibit interpretation and presentations in the Aquarium.

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A partnership with Miller Children’s Hospital provides engaging and inspiring educational experiences that connect families to the wonders of the ocean.

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ultural and community festivals are held throughout the year at the aquarium of the pacific to

honor the rich diversity of southern california and educate the public on the ocean. in 2007, for the first

time, baja splash focused on peruvian surfing and the earth day celebration collected e-waste.

he aquarium of the pacific offers a guest speaker series that presents informative lectures on a vast

array of topics. from marine animals to environmental issues, the lectures offer an educational resource

for aquarium guests who are interested in lifelong learning.

The Aquarium draws scientists, researchers, photographers, filmmakers, and authors from across the country to speak to audiences about the World Ocean and topics relevant for today and tomorrow. Interviews with our guest speakers that are captured on video became available on our website in the multimedia section in November 2007.

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African Heritage Festival�

Autumn Festival � Representing Japanese, Chinese, Korean, and Philippino CulturesBaja Splash � Representing Mexican, Guatemalan, El Salvadoran, and Peruvian CulturesCinco de Mayo�

Dia del Niño � Celebrating Children

Divers Weekend�

Earth Day Celebration�

Festival of Human Abilities�

Holiday Treats for the Animals�

Marine Technology �and Research Day

Moompetam � Representing Coastal Native Americans

NOAA West Day�

Pacific Islander Festival � Representing Hawaiian, Chamorro, Tahitian, and Maori Cultures

Scarium of the Pacific�

Southeast Asia Day � Representing Cambodian, Vietnamese, and Thai Cultures

Sustainable Seafood Day�

brian atwater � Tsunamis

francisco ayala � Science and Religion

david behrens � Crabs

jessie billauer � Surfing with Disabilities

lilian carswell � Sea Otters

sean collins � Surfline

john dorsey � Surfing and Waves

stephen flynn � The Edge of Disaster

dolly garza � Native American Storytelling and Spirituality Panel

sarah gerhardt � Women in Surfing

larry ginn � Spirituality Panel

jerome hall � Surf Culture

karla heidelberg � Coral Reefs

herman karl � Environmental Policy

ernest marquez � A History of Santa Monica Beach

james mccarthy � Climate Change in the Arctic

elizabeth pepin � Women in Surfing

hasan zillur rahim � Spirituality Panel

david seidenberg � Spirituality Panel

allan schoenherr � California Islands

kassie siegel � Global Warming

craig smith � Extreme Waves

richard west � NOAA

thomas white � Dolphins

julia whitty � Coral Conservation

o. leon wood jr. � Spirituality Panel

charlie zender � Global Warming

Family Festivals

Guest Speakers

We have been involved in the Aquarium’s festivals from the beginning. This has been a great way for us to share our culture with others and stress the importance of unity and coming together to help Mother Earth, who gives us so much.

—Hilda Contreras, leader of the dance and music group Danza Azteca Cultural Ketzaliztli, who perform in the Baja Spash festival

“ ”In celebration of indigenous California Native American maritime cultures, the Moompetam: Gathering of the Salt Water People festival features music and dance representing the Ajajchemen, Chumash, Costanoan, Luiseno, and Tongva peoples.

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Greening of the AquariumThe Aquarium of the Pacific believes in setting a strong example in sustainability and stewardship for the environment, animals, and people through its green business practices. In late 2007 the Aquarium of the Pacific became the first among museums, zoos, and aquariums in the United States to certify its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory, specifically carbon dioxide, with the California Climate Action Registry. The successful results earned the Aquarium the status of a Climate Action Leader™.

The first year of GHG inventory measured the amount of one greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide, produced from the Aquarium’s operation. In future years, all six GHGs will be measured. This is a regimented process that involves gathering detailed data and then conforming it to the Climate Action Registry’s reporting requirements. The Aquarium’s reporting is then validated by a state-authorized certifying firm.

The Aquarium of the Pacific has shown tremendous leadership to be the first museum to certify and

publicly report their GHG emissions. The Aquarium recognizes the importance of verified emissions data.

—Diane Wittenberg, 2007 president of the California Climate Action Registry.

Water-saving low-flush toilets were installed throughout the Aquarium. Combined with waterless urinals, the toilets save 960,000 gallons per year. Aquarium staff recycled 173,482 pounds of waste materials in 2007. In addition, all new desktop computer purchases are now Energy Star certified. And we serve only sustainable seafood to our guests and use biodegradable plates and utensils.

The Aquarium launched a ride reduction program to its staff called We Care About Air in 2007. The purpose of this program is to increase Aquarium of the Pacific employee carpooling by providing incentives to participants. By reducing the number of vehicles used to transport our regular full-and part-time paid staff to work, the Aquarium reduces emissions into the atmosphere.

Through these initiatives, the Aquarium strives to make a difference. Implementation of each of these ideas spurs new ideas as we continue our efforts to help protect and conserve our ocean planet.

Global Climate ChangePublic awareness of climate change was promoted throughout a variety of Aquarium events and programs. Messaging about global climate change and coral bleach-ing was integrated into daily public presentations. During the 2007 Ocean Conservation Award Gala, guests were shown a video narrated by actor Harrison Ford, entitled Our Ecological Footprint and Ways to Reduce It. In addition, footprint-shaped signs displayed facts about carbon emis-sions. Gala guests were also given a CFL bulb courtesy of Southern California Edison.

The Aquarium’s Aquatic Academy offered its first California and Climate Change course, which presented lectures by experts in four classes. The Aquarium also presented several lectures on climate change (see page 15). The Aquarium hosted a conference in October to encour-age local residents to become part of a dialogue on creating a greener, more sustainable Long Beach. In addition, the Aquarium honored Assemblywoman Fran Pavley as an outstanding government official for the Global Warming Solutions Act, or Assembly Bill No. 32. Lastly, through a program called ACT NOW, guests filled out hundreds of postcards that were sent to elected officials from 22 states.

Street CleanupThe Aquarium’s annual Street Cleanup invited the community to pick up litter in a local neighborhood to prevent trash from entering the ocean. Meeting at Cesar Chavez Park and Cesar Chavez Elementary School, 376 volunteers dispersed into the surrounding streets. After collecting hundreds of pounds of trash, participants learned about marine life on the Aquarium on Wheels.

Endangered Species Habitat Restoration DayThe Aquarium expanded its Least Tern Habitat Restoration Day in 2007 to also include assistance in preparing habitat for Light-footed Clapper Rails and Belding’s Savannah Sparrows. The cleanup event was renamed the Endangered Species Habitat Restoration Day.

Earth Day CelebrationThe 2007 Earth Day celebration hosted over a dozen organizations with environmental and conservation-oriented missions. This was the first year the Aquarium began to collect e-waste at Earth Day to encourage the public to properly recycle common electronics and prevent pollution.

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the Aquarium of the Pacific was the first among museums, zoos, and aquariums in the United States to certify its greenhouse gas emissions inventory, becoming a Climate Action Leader™.

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It All Flows to MeThe Aquarium on Wheels outreach vehicle delivers programs and a mobile tidepool exhibit to schools, festivals, and other events. In 2007 It All Flows to Me was added to the Aquarium on Wheels repertoire. Using a large inflatable watershed model, Aquarium educators investigate with the public and schools the inter-relationships between people, pollution in the ocean, and marine animals.

FishWatchThe Aquarium partnered with NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service in a public outreach effort through their FishWatch website. To meet the needs of the seafood consumer, the FishWatch website provides the latest facts about the sustainability and health benefits of selected fishery stocks. Online guests can click on pages about a number of fishes, where they will find in-depth profiles about each species. FishWatch is designed to help the public identify the status of various species and understand the enormous effort involved with building and maintaining sustainable fisheries. In addition to the list of fish choices, the website also offers profiles on fisheries management, different types of gear, tips for fishing to be safe, seafood and health, and news in the seafood industry. FishWatch can be found at www.fishwatch.noaa.gov.

Marine Conservation Research InstituteThe Aquarium’s Marine Conservation Research Institute (MCRI) supports ocean research and brings the results of research into the conservation process through forums. Scientists, managers, policy makers, and stakeholders convene at the Aquarium to explore and evaluate alternative strategies for resolving major environmental issues. We present these issues and the approaches for dealing with them to the public through the Aquarium’s exhibits and programs.

Danger on the DeltaThe Aquarium hosted a half-day conference and workshop to explore the topic Danger on the Delta: Is Southern California Betting its Future on an Unstable Water System? The conference identified a range of options available to Southern California to enhance its water supply in the event of the loss of water from the Delta. Many issues were raised and participants explored possible solutions to create a more secure water supply for Southern California.

With the Bay-Delta region supplying approximately 33 percent of the water for Southern California, this program opened my eyes to the vulnerability of this as a water source. With the combination of “when” the next earthquake hits and rising sea level from climate change, we better have our eyes open and

options ready.

—William J. Cooper, director of Urban Water Research Center

Ongoing Projects

Abalone Surveys The Aquarium partners with the California Department of Fish and Game to provide updates to the annual census of abalone populations.

Bivalve Biotoxin Monitoring MCRI continues its project with the California Department of Health Services to determine levels of shellfish poisoning and domoic acid toxins in marine bivalves and plankton from a variety of locations around Long Beach and Catalina Island.

Crested Auklet Research MCRI has sponsored Dr. Julie Hagelin and several of her Swarthmore research interns to work with our Crested Auklets as a control group for a study on their use of scent in breeding. While no interns came in 2007, the relationship with Hagelin is still being fostered and will continue in years to come.

Hydrodynamic Study of VertebratesAn in situ study done in partnership with UCLA takes hydrodynamic measurements of Aquarium vertebrates as they swim to determine the patterns they make in the water.

Kelp Forest Reforestation ProjectThe Aquarium took over the California CoastKeeper Alliance Monitoring Project in Orange County in 2007. See page 27 for more information.

Oil Rig Surveys Trained volunteer scientific divers from the Aquarium assisted a researcher with California State University, Long Beach by con-ducting surveys of marine life on petroleum platforms off Long Beach and Huntington Beach on a bi-monthly basis.

Sediment Circulation Study Scientific divers from the Aquarium assisted researchers from the University of Southern California and the University of Washington to study seawater circulation through nearshore sediments. Core sediment and water samples were obtained from three sites of various depths off Huntington Beach.

White Shark ConservationBy supporting the Guadalupe Island Conservation Fund, MCRI has funded research on white sharks, whose populations worldwide have declined significantly.

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The Aquarium of the Pacific propagates many species, such as seahorses, that it shares with other aquariums and zoos.

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Volunteers play a significant role at the Aquarium. Almost every department benefits from their passion and dedication, which inspires the entire institution. The 2007 team of volunteers provided the equivalent of 53.9 full-time employees. This unpaid staff supplemented the Aquarium’s operating budget by $2,198,894*.

In its second year, the VolunTEEN program enrollment increased from 43 in 2006 to 89 volunteers in 2007. This volunteer program is designed for high school students between the ages of 14 and 16. A collaborative effort of the

education, husbandry, and volunteer services departments, this highly structured 80-hour program is offered three times a year. To develop skills for interacting with the public, Aquarium VolunTEENs are assigned different stations throughout the Aquarium to enrich the guest experience.

Volunteers are a valuable part of the Aquarium family. In sadness, we note the passing in 2007 of Frances Bond, Evelyn Kronick, and Patricia Tibor. They touched us and our guests with their steadfast commitment to our mission.

We depend on the ocean each day. And the Aquarium of the Pacific depends on its volunteers each day to help us spread this important message. As a water commissioner and life-long ocean lover, Stephen Conley understands the value of the Aquarium’s educational vision and mission to inspire our 1.4 million annual visitors. This is what at-tracted him to volunteer at the Aquarium in 2001, and in the years since he has become increasingly involved as a board member and vital supporter of our organization.

Conley sees his goal as a volunteer at the Aquarium as “making the experience of our guests a fulfilling one.” Active in many roles, Conley volunteers as a diver, advocates for the Aquarium in Washington D.C. and Sacramento, and regularly attends many lectures and events with his wife, Fran.

The Long Beach native began diving when he was 60 years old. In the past ten years he has visited the most famous dive spots around the world. His favorite places are in the South Pacific and Indonesia, including the Maldives, Palau, and Papua New Guinea. In 2004 Conley even got face-to-face with great white sharks when he descended into the depths in an underwater cage in the waters of Isla Guadalupe off the coast of Baja California. At the Aquarium, he likes to inspire children by showing them that swimming with sharks inside Blue Cavern or Tropical Reef is not dangerous.

An Aquarium board director since 2002, Conley is a standing member of the executive and development committees and participates on the planning and implementation advisory committee, which focuses on strategic and master planning. In 2003 and 2004 Conley and Harlan Miller co-chaired a volunteer survey task force, undertaking a significant effort to review results

from a survey taken by the Aquarium’s volunteers. Conley and Miller oversaw the implementation of many changes throughout the Aquarium based on the feedback, including stronger recognition of volunteer contributions.

Consistently bringing in support for the Ocean Conservation Awards Gala, Conley was also a committee member for the planning of the 10th Anniversary Gala. Always a charismatic individual, Conley came to the tasting for the Gala wearing a wetsuit. He had just finished a shift as a diver in one of the Aquarium exhibits and, being a master of time management, made it to the tasting on time and in style. He is also active with the Aquarium’s fall fundraising event—Sea Fare—soliciting auction items. In addition, Conley has encouraged friends to join Pacific Circle. He is the consummate volunteer fund raiser.

Conley is co-founder and chairman of Bancap Investment Group, Inc. He is a graduate of Stanford University with a BA in economics and holds an MBA from the University of California at Los Angeles. He is extremely involved in the Long Beach community and serves as past president and a current member of the Long Beach Board of Water Commissioners.

The Aquarium staff is grateful for the contributions Conley has made to the Aquarium. Without his talents and time, as well as that of all our other volunteers, the Aquarium would not succeed.

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While some Aquarium volunteers work behind the scenes or in the administrative offices, most are in the public area sharing insights about marine animals, habitats, and conservation with Aquarium guests.

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Volunteers

General SupportUnrestricted support from members, donors, corporations, foundations, and government partners makes it possible for the Aquarium of the Pacific to offer education and conservation programs, changing exhibits, and opportunities to connect award-winning scientists and the general public. Unrestricted gifts provide the Aquarium with the flexibility to address both day-to-day needs and urgent institutional priorities in its annual operations. With ticket sales revenue only covering about 75 percent of the Aquarium’s operating expenses, the Aquarium must raise the remaining 25 percent of annual costs. Among the largest gifts to the operating revenue in 2007 were American Honda Motor Co. Inc.’s renewed founding sponsorship, maintaining its status as the Aquarium’s largest corporate sponsor at $300,000 with additional support for the sponsorship of Catch a Wave. The Annenberg Foundation also supported the Aquarium’s annual budget with a grant of $150,000.

MembershipMembers play a key role in supporting the Aquarium’s conservation efforts as well as sustaining the Aquarium’s educational programs that teach the importance of ocean protection. Membership in 2007 provided $3,182,000 in operating revenue. The Aquarium has the fourth largest membership program among U.S. non-profit aquariums.

Pacific CircleThe Aquarium’s Pacific Circle members are individual and corporate donors who contribute a minimum of $1,500 annually. Pacific Circle offers exclusive opportunities specifically designed to give these members a personal connection to the Aquarium through educational experi-ences, private communications, distinctive events, ocean experiences, and unique tours.

Aquarium Education FundThe Education Fund supports all aspects of the Aquarium of the Pacific’s education programs, ensuring a valuable learning experience for more than 260,000 schoolchildren and teachers annually. Funding for new teaching materials, the maintenance of the classroom aquariums and touchpools, and the Aquarium on Wheels comes from the Aquarium Education Fund. Wells Fargo Bank & Foundation,

The Boeing Company (with support for the Boeing Teacher’s Institute), and many other donors provided support for the Education Fund in 2007.

Nautilus SocietyMembers of the Nautilus Society are individuals who have named the Aquarium of the Pacific as a beneficiary of a 401(k), IRA, pension fund, will, or trust. By leaving a lasting legacy with a bequest, charitable gift annuity, or other planned gift, individuals help ensure that the Aquarium’s education programs will continue to inspire students and visitors in the decades ahead.

When my wife and I decided to create a charitable remainder trust, we included, as an important

recipient, the Aquarium of the Pacific because we wanted to give back something to the institution

that plays such an important role in our community. We want to guarantee that children in generations to come will have the ‘golden opportunity’ to learn

and be stewards of the Pacific Ocean.

—Gail and Jim Gray

Ocean Conservation Awards GalaThe annual Ocean Conservation Awards Gala honors the June anniversary of the Aquarium’s opening by presenting awards to key individuals and institutions making signifi-cant contributions to the environment. In 2007 honorees included Dr. Jeremy Jackson from Scripps Institution of Oceanography and maritime engineering firm Moffatt & Nichol for their leadership roles in protecting the ocean. Guests were shown a special video produced by the Aquarium and narrated by actor Harrison Ford, entitled Our Ecological Footprint and Ways to Reduce It. The black-tie event raised more than $340,000 in support of the Aquarium’s programs.

Sea FareThe 2007 Sea Fare fundraiser raised $125,000 through ticket sales, sponsorships, auction bids, and “Go Fish” purchases. More than 20 local restaurants provided samples of their food, craft beers, select wines, and desserts. All auction items are 100 percent donated and all proceeds benefited the Aquarium’s education and conservation programs.

he aquarium of the pacific offers opportunities for individuals, corporations, foundations,

and government partners to support the mission of the aquarium by contributing to the operating

budget or to a diverse range of restricted projects. the following is an overview of the 2007 activities

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The Aquarium plans to build a state-of-the-art veterinary facility that will centralize operations, increase hospital space nearly sevenfold, expand holding space, and allow the Aquarium to remain ahead of industry standards.

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Fundraising Successes in 2007

Honda Dream RaffleThe 2007 Honda Dream Raffle raised over $72,000, the largest amount since the raffle began in 2004. The 2007 winners, Angelson and Irish Marquez of La Puente, chose the cash prize since they had already purchased a new Honda just prior to the raffle. American Honda Motor Company, Inc. provides the winning prize each year as an additional contribution to the Aquarium.

Adopt an Animal The Aquarium’s Adopt an Animal Program provides an opportunity to sponsor an Aquarium animal and support all of the animal care costs at the Aquarium. All donors received a certificate, a photo of the adopted animal, and an animal fact sheet. The annual Adopt Parent Night provides sponsors with an opportunity to meet the staff who are responsible for the care and feeding of all the Aquarium’s animal inhabitants. With eight choices of ambassador animals to sponsor, the Adopt an Animal Program raised more than $22,750 through 334 adoptions in 2007.

Item DonationsDonations of used cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles, recreational vehicles, and boats to the National Charity Support Foundation benefited the Aquarium in 2007. In addition, the Aquarium partners with Eco-Cell to recycle cell phones with proceeds supporting the Aquarium’s mission. Hundreds of companies contributed items to the Sea Fare auction and to the Aquarium for use as in-kind contributions helping us increase income and reduce costs.

Matching GiftsMany employers encourage employee donations by providing matching gifts that double or triple the effect of individual contributions. In 2007 matching gift companies that gave for multiple employees included Bank of America; The Boeing Company; The Capital Group Companies; Chevron Texaco; Citigroup; Exxon Mobil; Merrill Lynch & Co.; Nissan North America, Inc.; Prudential; and Sony.

Special ProjectsThe Aquarium must raise money from private sources to create new exhibits; expand its education, conservation, and environmental programs; build new facilities; and continue to meet the growing needs of our community.

Sea Otter Habitat EnhancementsSea otters are among the most popular animals at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Currently, the exhibit features three sea otters: Brook, Charlie, and Summer. In 2007 the Aquarium made the expansion of the Sea Otter Habitat’s water quality system a top priority to make it possible for the Aquarium to accept additional rescued sea otters that may need a home.

In June 2007 BP Foundation committed one million dollars to the Aquarium of the Pacific for enhancements to

the Sea Otter Habitat. In addition to improvements to water quality systems, plans include a new feature that will allow visitors to participate in the feeding of the otters, an upgrade of the exhibit’s physical presence with the addition of live fish and invertebrates native to the sea otter’s ecosystem, a snow-making system, kelp, rockwork modifications, and behind-the-scenes holding area modifications, allowing for the possibility to accept and care for more otters. An exhibit designer has been hired to design all of the new features and to create expanded educational information through kiosks and other exhibitry.

Expansion PlansAs the only aquarium to have six consecutive years of attendance increases and with actual attendance already reaching the physical capacity of the building, the Aquarium needs to expand its footprint. Plans are underway to create new and expanded physical space to house compelling educational exhibits and programs. As the Aquarium expands, it is committed to have every new building meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards for platinum certification. LEED is the national rating system developed by the U.S. Green Building Council to promote environmentally responsible facilities that are also healthy places to live, work, and visit. Gifts received in 2007 to support the expansion planning were received from The Boeing Company; Howard and Debbie Chambers; and Dr. Allen and Charlotte Ginsburg.

Whales: A Journey with Giants �

Celebrating its third anniversary, the multimedia experi-ence of imagery, sound, and light entitled Whales: A Journey with Giants transforms the Great Hall into the underwater realm of the blue whale. In 2007 the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and Edison International made their final payments toward this immersive experience.

Our Watersheds: Pathway to the Pacific �

The Aquarium of the Pacific broke ground on a new exhibit and classroom called Our Watersheds: Pathway to the Pacific in December 2007 (opening in November 2008). The exhibit will illustrate the watersheds as they exist today and as they existed before human settlement. The exhibit reflects the health of the San Gabriel and Los Angeles Rivers’ watersheds and motivates visitors to improve the quality of life for both people and the environment by making sustainable choices for the future of our watersheds. A new environmental classroom will be built next to the exhibit and will be the first LEED-certified platinum building in Long Beach featuring both solar power and a green roof. This new building will provide additional space for school groups and adults to participate in formal classes as well as serve as a community meeting place. This new exhibit supports the Aquarium’s mission and vision as an educational organization involved with broad water issues affecting Southern California. A grant from the Long Beach Water Department allows the Aquarium to encourage community members to utilize native plants as a water

As of the end of 2007 the Aquarium raised $2.4 million to fund the Our Watersheds: Pathway to the Pacific exhibit and classroom, which is opening in 2008.

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Fundraising Successes in 2007

conservation tool. The California Coastal Conservancy, along with a number of other contributors, also supported this exhibit and classroom with a grant.

Animal Care Center �

The Aquarium of the Pacific began planning and fundraising for a new Animal Care Center in 2007. The Aquarium plans to significantly expand the facilities and equipment dedicated to the care of its animals while also providing a viewing area for visitors to watch veterinary practices and procedures. The new Animal Care Center will enhance the level of care available for the current animals while providing the infrastructure to support animals being added to expanded galleries. Molina Healthcare, Inc.; Mario and Therese Molina; John and Michelle Molina; Josephine M. Molina-Battiste and Michael Battiste; and Steve and Fran Conley contributed to this project in 2007.

Exhibit on the Ports of San Pedro Bay �

The Aquarium of the Pacific is located in the Long Beach Harbor, near the world’s largest port complex in the adjacent San Pedro Bay. The Port of Long Beach and the Port of Los Angeles create 30 percent of the region’s jobs and bring in 40 percent of the nation’s incoming containers of goods and materials. These ports provide many educational opportunities on how our ocean is used for commerce and the many corresponding environmental challenges. The Aquarium is exploring the option of creating an interactive exhibit that will tell the stories of our ports. In 2007, through matching grants of $200,000 each from both the Port of Long Beach and the Port of Los Angeles, the planning and design phase began for a port exhibit.

Endowments To ensure that the Aquarium has the flexibility to meet the needs of the future, it has established permanent and programmatic endowment funds. These two funds give the Aquarium the security it needs to make long-term plans for new and enhanced exhibits to educate the public on environmental issues. Each fund provides opportunities for planned gifts that will create a legacy of education and conservation. In 2007 the Miller Foundation provided an endowment grant to the Iliff Infectious Enthusiasm Fund to memorialize Warren Iliff, the founding president of the Aquarium of the Pacific.

EducationThe Aquarium of the Pacific offers a comprehensive education program for K-12 and conducts a number of specialized education projects designed to fulfill our promise to educate younger generations about key environmental issues. Through funding from a number of donors, these education programs serve a broad and diverse audience of both students and teachers. To learn more about the Aquarium of the Pacific’s education programs, please see page 11.

Cesar E. Chavez Elementary School �

The Aquarium of the Pacific has partnered with Cesar Chavez Elementary School in Long Beach since the spring of 2005. This unique program brings an enriched science curriculum to all students at the K-5 school. The hard work of instructors and students is showing results, as measured by California Standards test scores released by the California Department of Education in 2007. See page 11 for more information.

Aquarium Scholarship Fund �

In 2007 scholarship grants and gifts provided an educa-tional experience for over 24,000 students, teachers, and other groups. Donations from individuals, foundations, and corporations to the Aquarium Scholarship Fund allow children from Title I schools and appropriate com-munity organizations in Southern California to visit the Aquarium or to have the Aquarium on Wheels visit them. Scholarships allow children, who would not otherwise have the opportunity, to experience the Aquarium or the Aquarium on Wheels. In 2007 the Water Replenishment District of Southern California, The Miller Foundation, and The Boeing Company renewed their support for the Aquarium Scholarship Fund.

Kelp Forest RestorationKelp forests are important ecosystems that more than 800 species depend on for their survival. The Orange County coastline has lost as much as 87 percent of its giant kelp beds over the last 30 years. In an effort to sustain an important conservation project, the Aquarium of the Pacific adopted the Orange County Kelp Restoration Project in September 2007. The project restores kelp forests in the Pacific Ocean off the coasts of Newport Beach and Laguna Beach, educates Orange County students about the importance of kelp, and provides a platform for members of the Aquarium’s scientific diving team to get involved in underwater scientific fieldwork.

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Fundraising Successes in 2007

$250,000+

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.�

BP Foundation Inc.�

Molina Healthcare, Inc.�

$100,000+

The Annenberg Foundation�

The Boeing Company�

Edison International�

Allen & Charlotte Ginsburg �

Wilderness Experience Foundation

Mario and Therese Molina�

National Marine Sanctuary �

FoundationPort of Long Beach�

Port of Los Angeles�

$75,000+

Long Beach Water Department�

$50,000+

Steve and Fran Conley�

California Coastal Conservancy�

Earl B. and Loraine H. Miller �

FoundationJohn and Michelle Molina�

Water Replenishment District of �

Southern CaliforniaWells Fargo�

$25,000+

Bank of America�

Croul Family Foundation�

Employees Community Fund of �

Boeing CaliforniaEdwin and Maryann Feo�

King’s Seafood Company�

Kenneth T. and Eileen L. Norris �

FoundationThe Pepsi Bottling Group�

Savor... Catering by SMG�

Jerry R. and Margaret H. Schubel�

University of California Berkeley�

$10,000+

Josephine M. Molina-Battiste and �

Michael BattisteBrek Manufacturing Company�

The Breslauer-Soref Foundation�

Jeanne M. Brodeur�

BT Infonet�

California Coastal Commission �

Whale Tail License PlateThe Capital Group Companies�

John W. Carson Foundation, Inc.�

Esther S.M. Chao�

Citi Foundation�

Dominic and Margaret �

DeCristofaroDeMenno Kerdoon�

The Green Foundation�

Bob and Jennifer Hagle�

Halbert, Hargrove/Russell�

Roy and Elda Hearrean�

Institute of Museum and Library �

ServicesKCSWest�

KUD International�

Peri Marek and Peg Urvoas�

Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & �

McCloy LLPMoffat & Nichol International�

Northrup Grumman Corporation�

The Olson Company�

Stephen and Brenda Olson�

Ms. Lynne M. Preslo and Dr. Wayne �

N. SawkaKurt Schulzman and �

Richard NeriThe Simons Foundation�

Jeanne B. Sleeper�

Michael and Mildred Sondermann�

UBS�

University of Southern California�

$5,000+

Anonymous�

The Abbey Company�

Barratt American, Inc.�

Evalyn M. Bauer Foundation�

Begin Today for Tomorrow �

Charitable FoundationBoeing Gift Matching Program�

BP America Inc.�

Carlton Forge Works�

Doug and Holly Carpenter�

City Light & Power, Inc.�

Donald and Sally Clark�

Comerica Bank�

Kenneth and Jeanne Conklin�

Crevier BMW�

Farmers & Merchants Bank�

John Fielder and �

Donita Van HorikFirst In Our Hearts Foundation�

Ron and Susan Gastelum�

Grand Prix Foundation of �

Long BeachHDR Engineering, Inc.�

Bess J. Hodges Foundation�

Keesal, Young & Logan�

Coral and Ron Levin�

Long Beach Area Convention & �

Visitors Bureau

Long Beach Transit�

Los Angeles County Board of �

Supervisors: Don KnabeSteven and Niko Mayer�

Jack and Mary McFerran�

Paul and Patti Mickelsen�

Phyllis Miller�

Robert and Georgia Nichol�

Parker & Covert LLP�

Steven and Robin Roffer�

Eunice Knight Saunders Foundation �

Sidney Stern Memorial Trust�

Sims Metal�

Richard and Elizabeth Steele Fund�

THUMS Long Beach Company�

Tidelands Oil Production Company�

Tom Turney and Jill Boivin�

Union Bank of California�

Union Pacific Foundation�

$2,500+

Anonymous�

Dr. Mary Jane Adams�

ADJG�

Daniel and Theresa Aranda�

Bank of the West�

John and Corinne Bertrand�

Yvonne M. Bogdanovich�

Bonnie Brae�

Barbara A. Pollack and John A. �

BurkholderCatalina Express�

Stephen and Patricia Chazen�

Citi Community Relations�

Dameron Family Foundation�

Gordon and Susan DesCombes�

ERM Foundation�

James and Sue Femino/Femino �

FoundationElla Fitzgerald Charitable �

FoundationWilliam A. Garlin Jr.�

Frederick and Leslie Gaylord�

Geosyntec Consultants�

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP�

John and Elizabeth Hancock�

Ron Heiman and Janice Riley �

HeimanMadeline and Donald Heimark�

Radm John and Nancy Higginson�

Mark and Mary Hoover�

Matt and Lisa Humphreys�

Dr. Masashi and Teruko Itano�

David and Lindley Hasenauer�

Gary and Cheryl Justice�

Kim Ketterman and Art Rodriguez�

Graham and Mary Ellen Kilsby�

The Kleiner Cohen Foundation�

Patrick M. Kohler�

Trish and Don Lange�

Lettuce Entertain You �

Enterprises, Inc.Michael and Vanessa Lewis�

Edmund and Teresa Lohr�

Barbara Long and Bill Waterhouse�

Gary and Gretchen Marlotte�

Raul and Sabrina Martinez�

Margaret A. Maw�

Neil McClean and �

Hilary GarlandKelly Sutherlin McLeod and Steven �

B. McLeodMona and Dr. Jeffrey W. Morris�

William and Kathleen Mudd�

Marsha Naify�

Michael K. Nakashoji�

Occidental Petroleum Corporation�

Orange County Teachers Federal �

Credit UnionPatrick V. Gough Co., Inc.�

Dennis C. Poulsen and Suzanne M. �

PoulsenJonathan and Barbara Roth�

Securitas Security �

Services USA, Inc.Richard C. Smith and �

Patricia FrobesSony Pictures Entertainment�

Paul and Marcia Stelling�

Barbara H. Stevens�

Scott Sweetow and �

Lisa Green-SweetowPeter and Virginia Ueberroth�

Mick and Louise Ukleja�

Verizon Communications, Inc.�

The Weiler Foundation�

$1,500+

Anonymous (2)�

Tamara Achauer�

Doug and Connie Baker�

Mark and Joyce Barnett�

Rob Bellevue and Agnes Mulhearn�

Barbara Bixby Blackwell�

Phil and Charlene Bosl�

Richard Boucher and Andrea �

AmramGeorge and Judy Breshears�

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.�

Lee and Joseph Cerrell�

Bill and Wren Chais�

Charles Durnin Apartments�

Andrew and Portia Cohen�

Consortium for Oceanographic �

Research & EducationMarjorie Countryman�

John Crochet�

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through contributions from individuals, foundations, corporation, and government partners. in 2007

the donors and members of the pacific circle generously supported the conservation, education, and

environmental programs of the aquarium with gifts of $1,000 or more. we deeply appreciate and thank each

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Major Donors

Jamie Lee Curtis and Christopher �

GuestDisney© “EARS to You” Program �

Steve and Jackie Dodge�

Laura and Andria Dougherty�

David and Adrianne DuMond�

Don and Gay Durward�

Steven L. and Karen M. Eakle�

Viktoria Engel Tyer and �

Emily EngelCharles Z. and Meri L. Fedak�

Cecile Fisher and Isaias Castellanos�

Adele W. Fortune and �

Steve NashRuss and Karen Frerer�

Fugro West�

Debbie and Bob Fults�

Geof Garth and Jean Egan�

Sandra B. George�

Jacky Glass�

Rob Bellevue and Agnes Mulhearn�

Gray Grimm and �

Linda Dakin-GrimmDr. Carl, Elise and Shelby Hartman�

Otto and Shirley Henke�

Ann M. Herring�

Joseph Herron and Patricia Baird�

John and Corinne Heyning�

Albert C. Hu and Michele E. �

BrantnerHans and Valerie Imhof�

International Resources Group�

Christopher and Karen Jennings�

Michael and Diane Jensen�

Mary F. Kiddie�

Michael and Catherine King�

Jeanne and Ron Kipp�

Irene Kurata�

Richard and Linda Landes�

Robert and Nancy Latimer�

Thomas and Jae Lee�

Mike and Georgie Lynch�

Ed and Deb Lyszczek�

John and Jacklyn Marcus�

Cindy L. Matsumoto and Gary Y. �

Matsumoto, Ed.D.Norman and Suzanne Metcalfe�

Henry J. Meyer�

Lee and Saundra Minshull�

David and Cynthia Mirsky�

Barry Molnaa�

Lindsey Philpott and �

Kim E. MooreJeffrey Morgan and Kim Knepper�

National Charity Support �

FoundationCharles and Rennee Nicholas�

David and Tina Nishida�

Nissan North America, Inc.�

NOAA Coastal Services�

Alex and Margie Norman�

Luther and Ginger Nussbaum�

Rosellen and Harry Papp�

Joan B. Pauloo�

Nancy and Byron Pinckert�

Lyn and John Pohlmann�

Will J. Reid Foundation�

Janet and Fred Riedman�

John and Susanne Rouse�

Nicholas L. Saakvitne and Sharon �

L. HeritageJonathan and Jamie Saltman�

Russell S. Schwartz and Susan D. �

GolandJohn T. Shadden, Smith Barney�

Cynthia K. Shelton�

Jenny and Dave Shlemmer�

Sidley Austin LLP�

Marilyn and Ron Sion�

Jean Bixby Smith�

Sondria Stephens�

Eiko and Floyd Stewart�

Alexandra and Terrence Sullivan�

The Ruth and Vernon Taylor �

FoundationJanie Thompson�

William and Karen Timberlake�

Richard and Amy Toyama�

John and Judi Uphold�

Chris and Peter Valli�

Wal-mart Stores, Inc.�

Wells Fargo Foothill�

Howard and Jane Wright�

Leah C. Young�

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David and Merryl Alpert�

Ivan Altamirano and Christina �

OlivasBeverly T. Anthony�

Arts Council for Long Beach�

Len and Karen Atkins�

Robert and Debbie Autrey�

Kam Babaoff�

Bernard and Debbie Babcock�

Ellis Beesley and John Silkey�

Catalina Water Company�

CBS Productions “CSI Miami”�

John F. Cermak�

Vince and Devon Cichoski�

Andrew and Diana Cohen�

David Comer and Elsie Tucker�

Deanna Davisson�

Deemer Family Foundation�

Councilmember Gary and Dawna �

DeLongVito and Theresa Demonte�

Desert Commercial II, LLC �

Alan Erlbaum and Jane George�

Virginia S. Frankenfield�

Taylor, Deacon, and Otis Frey�

Ann Gardener�

Neil McClean and Hilary Garland�

Rocky and Deborah Gentner�

Jim and Gail Gray�

Gregg Young and the 2nd Street �

BandMuriel Horacek�

HSBC North America�

Richard Katz�

Q. Scott and Hiroe Kaye�

Jean and Charles Lane�

Sam Lantinga and Lauren �

MacDonellLBS Financial Credit Union�

Laura Loftin�

John and Linda Loftus�

Mark IV Capital, Inc.�

Margie and Jon Masterson�

Virginia McCallum Charitable Trust�

Jerry and Colleen McDonald�

Robert McNeel and �

Ronald RulisonAlex G. Nason Foundation, Inc.�

Richard and Donice Pancost�

Anthony Pichardo and Morgan �

BarrowsSecuritas Security Services �

USA, Inc.Sam’s Club Foundation�

Tina and Brian Sarty�

Ned and Irene Sasaki�

Bob and Gail Schack�

Charles and Ellen Steinmetz�

Dr. Preston and Nancy Smith�

Valin Corporation�

Paul and Stacey Von Berg�

Whitney Young Children’s �

FoundationMike and Lorri Whitney�

Windes & McClaughry�

Randy and Nancy Wolfe�

Dicky and Dottie Yee�

In Kind DonorsThe following contributors donated �

goods or services to the Aquarium in 2007 valued at $1,000 or more:

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.�

Anthony W. Batts, Chief of Police�

Belmont Brewing Company�

The Boeing Company�

Bradford Renaissance Portraits�

Brew-Haus Coffee & Tea�

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.�

Buono’s Authentic Pizzeria�

California Pizza Kitchen�

The Camello Family�

Casco Group�

Cha Cha’s Caribbean Fusion �

CuisineChipotle Mexican Grill�

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf�

The Daily Grill Long Beach�

Gary and Dawna DeLong�

Extreme Pizza�

Farmers & Merchants Bank�

Gippy’s Internet Solutions, LLC�

Rebekah E. Halpern�

Islands Fine Burgers & Drinks �

RestaurantJBS & Associates�

Bob and Jennifer Hagle�

JetBlue�

Ken Kurtis�

King’s Fish House�

King’s Seafood Company�

KTLA TV�

Los Angeles Lakers�

Mrs. Lynne M. Preslo and �

Dr. Wayne N. SawkaMai Tai Bar�

Parkers’ Lighthouse�

Rossmoor Pastries�

Rowley Portraiture�

Shark Trust Wines�

Sheridan & Associates Law �

CorporationSidley Austin LLP�

SMG Catering�

Southern California Edison�

Taco Beach Cantina�

Ten Salon Inc.�

The Portofino Hotel & Yacht Club�

Tokyo Wako�

Trump National Golf Club�

Wilson Creek Winery�

Wyland Worldwide�

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Jeanne Brodeur�

Esther Chiu-Chao’s Birthday�

Pat Fisher and Ed Hunter’s Wedding�

Ron and Coral Levin�

Will Sherwood’s Birthday�

Terry Tibor�

Tom Turney and Jill Boivin’s �

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gifts in memory of their loved ones, recognizing their love for the ocean and support of the Aquarium. All of us at the Aquarium extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of:

Beverly Anthony�

Shannon (Shane) Balazy�

Robert Boles�

Elizabeth and Alice Henderson�

John Heyning�

Warren Iliff�

Evelyn Kronick�

Virginia McCallum�

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n 2007 the aquarium achieved its sixth

consecutive year of attendance increases,

serving 1.4 million visitors. operating revenue and

consistent donor support continued to increase in

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The Aquarium’s operating expenses continued to focus on programs, with 85 percent directed toward creating programs, exhibitions, and communications. In 2007 corporate support was the largest source of restricted revenue (for such special projects as described on page 23) with the majority of the funding designated for new exhibits and construction.

2007Total Attendance 1,389,000

Admissions Revenue 15,003,000 Other Earned Income 7,467,000 Unrestricted Contributions, Fundraising, and Membership

8,167,000

Total Unrestricted Revenues 30,637,000

Restricted Project Revenues 7,952,000 Total Revenues 38,589,000

Programs and Marketing Expenses 27,337,000 Development and Membership Expenses 2,064,000 Administration Expenses 3,079,000 Total Expenses 32,480,000

Total Change in Net Assets 6,109,000

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Development and Membership Expenses

Programs and Marketing Expenses

Education and Conservation Programming

Exhibit and New Building Construction

Scholarships

Unrestricted Revenues Operating Expenses

Restricted Revenue Sources Restricted Project Expenditures

27%

49%

11%4%

55%

30%

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Financial Overview

Aquarium Board of DirectorsMr. James Breslauer�

Mr. Howard Chambers�

Mr. José Collazo,� vice chairmanMr. Stephen Conley�

Mr. Edwin Feo�

Mr. John Fielder�

Ms. Jennifer Hagle,� board secretaryMr. Roy Hearrean�

Mr. Russell Hill�

Mr. Samuel King�

Mr. Steven Mayer�

Ms. Janice Mazyck�

Mr. John Molina�

Dr. J. Mario Molina,� chairmanMr. Stephen Olson�

Mr. Douglas Otto�

Ms. Lynne Preslo�

Mr. Christopher Rommel�

Dr. Jerry Schubel�

Mr. Michael Sondermann�

Mr. Marvin Suomi�

Mr. Thomas Turney�

Mr. Stephen Young�

Marine Conservation Research Institute Board of DirectorsDr. Wolf Berger�

Dr. Barbara Block�

Dr. Laurel Harrison Breece�

Dr. Gerard Capriulo�

Mr. Russell Hill�

Dr. Roy Houston�

Mr. Gary Justice�

Dr. Lee B. Kats�

Dr. Laura Kingsford�

Dr. Anthony Michaels�

Dr. Linwood Pendleton�

Ms. Lynne Preslo,� vice chairDr. William Reeburgh�

Dr. Jerry Schubel,� directorDr. Nancy Steele�

Mr. Craig Taylor�

Mr. Thomas Turney,� chairmanDr. Dallas Weaver�

Trustees of the PacificDr. Mary Jane Adams�

Mr. Doug Carpenter and Mrs. Holly Carpenter�

Ms. Esther Chao�

Mr. Donald Clark and Mrs. Sally Clark�

Mr. Tom Dean and Mrs. Annamarie Dean�

Dr. Dominic DeCristofaro and Mrs. Margaret DeCristofaro�

Mr. Gary DeLong and Mrs. Dawna DeLong�

Mr. John Dupuy and Mrs. Vickie Dupuy�

Mr. Walt Florie and Mrs. Linda Florie�

Mr. Geof Garth and Mrs. Jean Egan�

Mr. Dan Gilbao and Mrs. Felicia Gilbao�

Mrs. Charlotte Ginsburg,� co-chair, and Dr. Allen GinsburgMr. Robert Gordon and Mrs. Sonia Gordon�

Mr. Jim Gray and Mrs. Gail Gray�

Mr. John Hancock and Mrs. Elizabeth Hancock�

Mr. Jim Hankla and Mrs. Jorene Hankla�

Mr. Jeff Headon and Mrs. Julie Headon�

Ms. Corinne Heyning,� co-chairRadm John Higginson and Mrs. Nancy Higginson�

Mr. Matt Humphreys and Mrs. Lisa Humphreys�

Mr. Doug Jenkins�

Mr. Michael Jensen and Mrs. Diane Jensen�

Mr. Richard Katz�

Mrs. Renee Handler-Klein and Mr. Jim Klein�

Supervisor Don Knabe and Mrs. Julie Knabe�

Mr. John Knight and Mrs. Joan Knight�

Mrs. Jean Lane�

Dr. Glen March and Dr. Cabrini March�

Ms. Phyllis Miller�

Mr. John Molina and Mrs. Michelle Molina�

Mr. James Montgomery and Mrs. Mary Montgomery�

Captain Charles Moore and Ms. Sam Canon�

Mr. William Mudd and Mrs. Kathleen Mudd�

Dr. Beverly O’Neill and Dr. William O’Neill�

Mr. Gainer Pillsbury and Mrs. Lynne Pillsbury�

Dr. Bill Ralston and Mrs. Patty Ralston�

Mr. Fred Riedman and Mrs. Janet Riedman�

Ms. Cathy Rigby and Mr. Tom McCoy�

Mr. Kurt Schulzman and Mr. Richard Neri�

Mr. John Shadden and Mrs. Patricia Shadden�

Mr. Bill Simmons, Jr. and Mrs. Melody Simmons�

Ms. Jeanne Sleeper�

Mr. Ric Trent and Mrs. Resa Trent�

Dr. Jack Vance and Dr. Dori Vance�

Mr. Ken Walker and Mrs. Nancy Walker�

Mr. Bill Waterhouse�

Mr. Steve Young and Mrs. Marlene Young �

Aquarium Executive OfficersDr. Jerry R. Schubel,� president and CEOMs. Vanessa Lewis,� vice president of finance and CFOMs. Barbara Long,� vice president of government relations and strategic

planning and corporate secretary

Aquarium Senior StaffMs. Mary Beth Armbruster,� director of membershipMs. Jeanne Brodeur,� vice president of developmentMs. Amy Rosenberg,� director of educationMs. Cecile Fisher,� vice president of communications and marketingMr. Perry Hampton,� director of husbandryMs. Kathie Nirschl,� vice president of human resourcesMr. John Rouse,� vice president of operationsMs. Tina Sarty,� controllerMr. Jeff Spofford,� director of retail

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