Natalie Banks has become a well-known adviser on shark conservation and non-lethal measures to protect both human lives and that of the marine environment. Her research has been sought by Australian Governments on a Federal and State Level and she has been asked to assist conservation groups such as Sea Shepherd Australia with their shark conservation campaigns.

Natalie is  is a PADI Scuba Diving Instructor, with a passion for shark diving. Her research and understanding of shark conservation inspired a No Shark Cull movement globally which has seen her sought regularly by international media outlets for comment.  

Natalie is the recipient of the 2014 Western Australia's Conservation Council award in Community Organisation.