Meet Our Team
Our team at Fresno Discovery Center comes from many backgrounds, but we share the same passion for science and community. Part scientist, part explorer and part kid-at-heart, we’re here to make every visit an adventure.
Melissa Telemeco
A former scientist and proud mom, Melissa brings curiosity and heart to everything she does. With experience at two other science centers, she knows how to make science fun for everyone. She may be the boss, but you can often find her at volunteer events, rolling up her sleeves, getting her hands dirty and making the team feel like family!
Ben Anderson
Ben works at Fresno State in the Agricultural Operations Department. He works on grants, drones, asset management and anything else that can further the goals of the Jordan Agricultural Sciences and Technology College. At home, he enjoys time with his dog, being a maker, volunteering for nonprofit organizations and video games.
Administration
ADMINISTRATION COORDINATOR
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
BOOKKEEPER & HR ASSISTANT
ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
ADMIN ASSISTANT
After School Program
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM COORDINATOR
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM EDUCATOR
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM EDUCATOR
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM EDUCATOR
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM EDUCATOR
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM EDUCATOR
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM EDUCATOR
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM EDUCATOR
Animal Care
ANIMAL CARE COORDINATOR
ANIMAL CARE ASSISTANT
Meet Our Animals
Center Staff
SCIENCE CENTER COORDINATOR
OPEN HOURS LEAD & EDUCATOR
EDUCATOR
EDUCATOR
EDUCATOR
EDUCATOR
Education
EDUCATION COORDINATOR
EDUCATOR
EDUCATOR
EDUCATOR
EDUCATOR
EDUCATOR
Exhibits & Grounds
GROUNDSKEEPER
EXHIBIT & MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Communications & Marketing
Dana is the Communications Specialist at Fresno Discovery Center, where she brings the magic of science and discovery to life for the community. Whether she’s brainstorming creative ideas or spreading the word about events, she ensures there’s always something exciting happening. In her free time, she loves exploring the outdoors or relaxing at home with her favorite shows.
Dana Amireh
COMMUNICATIONS
COORDINATOR
Tina is a returning educator after taking years off to raise her 2 kids. She has a bachelor’s in child development and years of experience working with children in a variety of alternative settings and is excited to be back to help share her love of science with another generation of children!
Tina Smith
MARKETING SPECIALIST
& EVENTS LEAD
As a professional artist, Miguel’s research-based practice investigates the relationships between humans and aquatic environments. By representing these ecosystems and creatures that inhabit them, Miguel can create scenes of conflict and evoke empathy, referencing tropes of romance, consumption, human intervention, and grief. Miguel has a BA in art and a certificate of Marine Biology. MiguelGamezMacias.com