Our Members

Behind every investigation, every case file, and every late-night dive into the unknown stands a dedicated member of the Cryptid Research Institute. Our team is made up of researchers, investigators, and storytellers who bring their own unique skills and passions to the search for answers.

On this page, you’ll meet the individuals who make CRI possible—those who seek out the strange, explore the unexplained, and preserve the stories that might otherwise be lost to time. From fieldwork to archives, from analysis to storytelling, each member plays a vital role in our mission: to shine a light on the mysteries that surround us.

Dr. Robert Potter — Founder & Lead Investigator

Dr. Robert Potter founded the Cryptid Research Institute to bridge the gap between rigorous research and the enduring mysteries of the unknown. With a background in analysis and investigation, he brings both academic discipline and open-minded curiosity to every case.

For Dr. Potter, the unexplained is not something to fear, but something to understand. From tales of cryptids in shadowed forests to reports of paranormal encounters and strange anomalies, he has dedicated his work to following the evidence and preserving the stories that might otherwise fade into legend.

As founder and lead investigator, Dr. Potter guides the CRI team in its mission to explore, document, and shine light on the mysteries that continue to shape our world.

Robin Potter — Co-Founder & Lead Photographer

As co-founder and lead photographer of the Cryptid Research Institute, Robin Potter brings a sharp eye and an artist’s touch to the mysteries CRI investigates. With a background in both sports and nature photography, she has developed a unique ability to capture moments in motion and the quiet beauty of the natural world.

Robin’s work ensures that CRI’s investigations are more than written reports—they are visual records that preserve fleeting evidence and bring legends to life. Whether documenting field expeditions, photographing landscapes tied to sightings, or capturing the subtle details that others might miss, her photography provides a vital dimension to CRI’s mission.

Through her lens, Robin helps transform the unexplained from whispered stories into powerful images that invite others to step into the mystery.