Roberto
Ferrer

About

Roberto serves as the Communications & Public Affairs Coordinator for the Florida Sea Grant (FSG). Roberto earned his B.A. in Criminology with minors in Latin American Studies and Portuguese from the University of Florida (UF) where he graduated summa cum laude. Roberto received funding from the Bob Graham Center for Public Service and CLAS ‘Beyond 120’ Program to conduct undergraduate research on Black and Latino anglers’ perceptions of fishing regulations and enforcement in Florida. This research was recently published in Deviant Behavior. Roberto is currently pursuing an M.S. in Forest Resources and Conservation with a concentration in Natural Resource Policy and Administration.

Before joining the communications team, FSG supported Roberto during internships in the Florida House of Representatives and in Washington, D.C. with UF’s Office of Federal Relations. In his current position, Roberto works across the FSG network to develop and support products designed to reach targeted stakeholder groups including farmers, researchers, managers, students, anglers, policymakers, and members of the public. Roberto is also responsible for tracking and promoting FSG-supported publications, assisting with audio/video-based productions, and attending outreach events across the state. Outside of work, you can usually find Roberto at the gym, playing soccer, fishing, or spending time with friends & family.