Name: Ann H. Georgilas

Q: Where in NOAA do you work now?
A: OAR HQ. OAR Diversity Program Manager

Q: When did you begin your work with NOAA?
A: February 1966, NWS, NMC, Climate Analysis Center

Q: Looking back, what events stand out as the most memorable during your time with NOAA?
A: The most memorable event for me was the establishment of NOAA and the end of the Environmental Science Services Administration (ESSA) and the departure of Dr. Robert White our first Administrator. Under his leadership this agency had the foundation necessary to attract notable scientists and achieve many scientific achievements in atmospheric, oceanographic, and environmental sciences. I was privileged to work with the scientists and be a part of many projects that were initiated in NOAA and are participated in by many countries all over the world today. From ESSA to NOAA these achievements changed the world and brought us all closer together.

Q: From your point of view, what have been the most significant changes NOAA has experienced during the past 30 years?
A: NOAA has seen many changes. Among them is the emergence of women in scientific and management positions. Computers and satellites have made possible many scientific breakthroughs as well as making it possible for scientists all over the world to participate in better weather forecasting and prediction of severe weather saving thousands of lives all over the world. Through NOAA research, weather forecasting and prediction has come a long way in the past 30 years.

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