Chris Akins

Growing up in Crawfordville and now living in Tallahassee, Chris over the past few years became a regular visitor to walk trails and practice wildlife photography. His favorite subjects: alligators and bald eagles.

He sees the Refuge as a destination for growth, renewal, and reflection; as a connection to our daily lives, whether through history, conservation, the economy, or environmental benefits provided to our region.

Chris serves as the Executive Director of the Corrections Foundation, a non-profit direct support organization for the Florida Department of Corrections. He also serves as an Assistant Clerk for the Leon County Supervisor of Elections on election days. Chris owns Akins Creative, LLC, building websites for small businesses.

Chris graduated from Wakulla High School in 1993, from Tallahassee Community College (now Tallahassee State College) in 1996, and from Florida State University in 1999 with a degree in Political Science. He earned his webmaster certification from the FSU Center for Professional Development in 2007.

What he’s most proud of: his daughter Nancy.