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Hispanic & Latino/a Heritage Month Spotlight: Marcela Loría-Salazar

Hispanic & Latino/a Heritage Month Spotlight: Marcela Loría-Salazar

September 29, 2026

September is Hispanic & Latino/a Heritage Month. In this post, we spotlight the exceptional career of one of our community...

Hispanic & Latino/a Heritage Month Spotlight: Jenniffer Guerra

Hispanic & Latino/a Heritage Month Spotlight: Jenniffer Guerra

September 23, 2026

September is Hispanic & Latino/a Heritage Month. In this post, we spotlight the exceptional career of one of our community...

Hispanic & Latino/a Heritage Month Spotlight: Rodney Martinez

Hispanic & Latino/a Heritage Month Spotlight: Rodney Martinez

September 16, 2026

September is Hispanic & Latino/a Heritage Month. In this post, we spotlight the exceptional career of one of our community...

Marcus Walter on the 107th Annual Meeting

Marcus Walter on the 107th Annual Meeting

September 8, 2026

We’re highlighting the people of AMS, supporting the theme for our upcoming 107th Annual Meeting, “PEOPLE: People Educated On Planet...

After the Broadcast: Three CBMs Build a New Future for Weather

After the Broadcast: Three CBMs Build a New Future for Weather

September 1, 2026

Tom Sorrells, Amy Sweezey, and Rob Eicher each built long careers in television before finding their way into new chapters. Rather than stepping away from meteorology, however, they saw an opportunity to bring their experience to audiences in a different way. The result is Florida Weather Authority, a digital-first weather platform built around experienced Florida meteorologists and the idea that trusted weather information shouldn't be limited by station boundaries or a traditional broadcast schedule.

Certified to Communicate: How the CBM Shapes Rob Marciano’s Approach to Science Storytelling

Certified to Communicate: How the CBM Shapes Rob Marciano’s Approach to Science Storytelling

August 18, 2026

Marciano’s career has taken him well beyond forecasting the weather. His work has included reporting on science and technology and exploring innovations that could shape the future. His latest book, The Next Big Thing: Innovations for a Better, Smarter, Stronger Tomorrow, examines emerging technologies in energy, electricity, infrastructure, and information.

The WeatherPod Connects the Global Weather Community

The WeatherPod Connects the Global Weather Community

August 12, 2026

As weather and climate challenges become increasingly complex, meaningful conversations across the global weather enterprise have never been more important. The WeatherPod has become a platform for those conversations, bringing together meteorologists, researchers, industry leaders, and innovators to explore the science, technology, and partnerships shaping the future of weather services.

Bernadette Woods Placky on the 107th Annual Meeting

Bernadette Woods Placky on the 107th Annual Meeting

August 10, 2026

Meet AMS Fellow and CBM holder Bernadette Woods Placky! Discover how her work with Climate Matters connects climate science to...

Investing in People, Strengthening the Future: Donor Profile of Todd Glickman

Investing in People, Strengthening the Future: Donor Profile of Todd Glickman

July 28, 2026

Through his philanthropy, AMS Secretary Todd Glickman is helping invest in the future of the weather, water, and climate community. His support includes the Glickman Family Scholarship, established in honor of his parents to help students pursuing careers in the atmospheric and related sciences, as well as the Investing in PEOPLE, Strengthening Our Community Fund, which helps students and early-career professionals overcome financial barriers to participating in the AMS Annual Meeting and other professional development opportunities.

Protecting the House: Jamese Sims on Weather, Preparedness, and Community Resilience

Protecting the House: Jamese Sims on Weather, Preparedness, and Community Resilience

July 13, 2026

In her new book, Protect the House: Weather Doesn't Discriminate, But Impact Does, Sims explores why the same weather event can have dramatically different consequences from one community to another. Blending atmospheric science, historical context, and real-world experience, she examines how preparedness, infrastructure, and access to resources shape disaster outcomes, and offers practical strategies to help individuals, organizations, and leaders better prepare for the challenges of extreme weather. 

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