The PAMEC 2026 Conference is led by a diverse and experienced Organizing Committee committed to advancing marine renewable energy collaboration across the Americas. Building on the success of previous editions, the team brings together experts in science, policy, industry, and community engagement.
Committee Leadership
Milad Shadman
Chair of PAMEC 2024 Organizing Committee
Learn more: https://pamec.energy/milad-shadman/
Bruce Cameron
President, Organizing PAMEC 2020, 2022 and 2024.
Learn more: https://pamec.energy/bruce-cameron/
Andrea Copping
Vice President, Science & Technical, and Chair of Partners & Membership Committee
Learn more: https://pamec.energy/andrea-copping/
Paco Ocampo Torres
Director PAMEC, Organizing Committee 2022 (Chair), 2024, 2026.
Learn more: https://pamec.energy/francisco-javier-ocampo-torres/
Diego Acevedo
Treasurer, Caribbean Representative, Partners & Membership Committee
Learn more: https://pamec.energy/about-pamec/diego-acevedo/
Dana Morin
Secretary; Communications Chair; Member of 2022 and 2024 Organizing Committees
Learn more: https://pamec.energy/dana-morin/
Lysel Garavelli
Chair of the Science & Technical Committee 2024 and 2026
Learn more: https://pamec.energy/lysel-garavelli/
Zhaoqing Yang
Chair of the Science & Technical Committee
Learn more: https://pamec.energy/zhaoqing-yang/
With Support From:
Daniela Leite Correa
A vital contributor to logistics and outreach for PAMEC 2026. Daniela is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, where she is a member of the Ocean Renewable Energy Group (GERO).
Gabriel Siqueira machado
Supporting communications, local engagement, and operations. Gabriel is currently a Ph.D. fellow at UFRJ and a researcher at the Ocean Renewable Energy Group (GERO).
Lethicia Amâncio
Communications for PAMEC 2026. Lethicia is a Brazilian journalist with a strong background in digital communications.