
Our Team
James Neher, PhD Candidate
Climate Science Analyst
James is an atmospheric climate scientist and python wizard supporting regional climate modeling and analysis of existing and future extreme storms, such as atmospheric rivers and bomb cyclones. James analytic skills support communicating future climate risks.
Sierra Ramer
Senior Coastal Resilience Scientist
Sierra Ramer is a coastal resilience scientist with expertise in GIS and data analysis, adaptation planning, and strategy development. She uses a holistic approach to help communities mitigate climate hazards, integrate the best available science, and produce multi-benefit solutions.
Suzi Clark, PhD
Senior Climate Resilience Scientist
Suzi has over a decade of experience in oceanographic and climate research, climate resilience consulting, and science communication. She enjoys translating abstract scientific research into usable information that enables the public to prepare for a changing climate.
Katie Riles
Environmental Scientist
Katie is a climate resilience scientist with a specialty in spatial data analysis. She evaluates and communicates complex earth science and flood risk challenges to decision-makers and the public, including conducting multi-hazard vulnerability assessments and supporting coastal adaptation planning.
Advisors and Subject Matter Experts

Claire Bonham-Carter
Climate Resilience and Sustainability Advisor
Claire is a climate change planning and sustainability professional focused on the built environment with over 25 years’ experience leading teams and developing new climate change planning approaches and tools.

Kevin Befus, PhD
Hydrogeology Advisor, Associate Professor
Kevin is an Associate Professor at the University of Arkansas with expertise in understanding groundwater flow and dynamics in coastal setting, including the response of shallow groundwater to sea level rise.

Olivia (Hoang) Yip, PhD
Climate and Engineering Advisor, Associate Professor
Olivia is an Associate Professor at San Jose State University. Olivia supports Pathways research in future condition extreme precipitation and extreme heat indicators that impact infrastructure and public health











