Joe Galliani first began his love affair with the great outdoors as a city-bound Cub Scout in Brooklyn, New York. Camping in the mountains of the Adirondacks and in the Pine Barren Forests of Southern New Jersey, he discovered the lure of unspoiled wilderness, and the value of protected and preserved public lands.

Today, at 44, Joe cherishes the sanctuary that the National Parks provide more than ever. Each spring and fall he and his wife of 20 years, Debra Bushweit Galliani, escape the stress of corporate America and explore different National Parks.

One of America’s most versatile and in-demand creative talents, Joe’s schedule has been filled by clients like Mattel, Nike, MCA/Universal, Sony, Honda, Washington Mutual, 20th Century Fox, Dow, 6-Flags, GTE, and Kenwood Stereo. They've called on him to develop, write, and creative direct their most challenging and prominent presentations and projects. Everything from Barbie’s 35th Anniversary Pink Jubilee Spectacular at Disneyworld in Orlando, to the award winning science show “Chem-TV” which toured high schools across North America for three years.

As a toy inventor, Joe was the co-developer of the Nickelodeon "Tangle" toy line, and the creator of Mattel’s best selling “Street Sharks” toy line. He has seen the characters and world he created turned into a hit animated TV series and over 50 other licensed products.

Driven by the belief that their good fortune brings with it a responsibility to give something back, Joe and Debra have a long history of volunteerism for a variety of charities and social causes. As a a member of the Board of Directors for the Children Affected by Aids Foundation, Joe has served in a wide variety of roles for the fundraising organization. From 1994 - 1997 Joe served as the creative director for the annual Dream Halloween Extravaganza, the writer of the tribute book, and the magical voice of the Great Pumpkin.

Empowered by the success of his Street Sharks, and fueled by his love and great concern for our National Parks, Joe has used his royalties to co-fund The Parks Company with his best friend, top art director, Mike Baggetta.

“Sharks for the Parks is what we dubbed it at our house,” says Joe. “What better way to thank all the kids that made it possible? With the Parks Company we’re not only raising money for the National Parks, we’re also going to raise interest levels and kids’ knowledge and experience with the parks. Our greatest natural scenic wonders should hold the same fascination and appeal as the fantasy worlds and superheroes kids now worship. The more we can teach kids about the parks and give them firsthand experiences, the more they’ll grow to love and appreciate them. Our job is to make sure we take care of the parks, improve them under our watch, and pass them on in even better shape than we got them.”