SPEAKER BIOS
Alex Tardy
As a Warning Coordination Meteorologist at NOAA, Alex Tardy leads the outreach, education, and preparedness efforts for water, weather, and climate hazards in Southern California. With over 30 years of federal experience, he has worked at six different locations across the country, developing specialized decision support services for government officials, partners, and the public. Attended University at Albany in Atmospheric Science and Meteorology.
Jennifer Olim PhD
Jennifer Olim PhD is an Adjunct Professor in the Science and Engineering Department at Cuyamaca College. She teaches Geology, Oceanography, and Physics. Jennifer earned her PhD in Geology from the University of Minnesota. Her Master and Bachelor degrees are in Physics, from the University of Toronto and University of Victoria.
Rachel Clemesha PhD
Rachel Clemesha PhD is an atmospheric scientist at the Scripps Institute of Oceanography whose work focuses on the California coastal climate and marine layer clouds.