Rae Lewark is an interdisciplinary ecologist with a background in biodiversity, biomimicry, and restoration ecology research. From spider biodiversity, to ecological narratives in literature, to circular economic copper cycles, to considering the adaptive cycle in requirements writing, her professional pursuits encompass the complex reach of natural systems. As an educator, Rae emphasizes the convergence of diverse fields, fostering a holistic understanding of ecological principles and their implications across sectors. With expertise in technical ecological integration, Rae focuses on designing regenerative solutions that bridge human systems with natural processes, fostering resilience and sustainability. As a freedive athlete and trainer, she embodies this philosophy by directly reconnecting people back into ecologies. When not advancing ecological research or hunting down new spider species, Rae immerses herself in the planet’s underwater ecosystems, drawing inspiration from nature’s ingenuity.