Meaghan Emory
About Meaghan Emory
Meaghan Emory is an Information Specialist at the U.S. Geological Survey, where she has worked since 2019. She focuses on enhancing communication among scientists, stakeholders, and natural resource managers, and has a background in marine sciences and biology.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Meaghan Emory has served as an Information Specialist at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since 2019. In this role, she operates from the Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida area. Emory focuses on developing original content for various platforms, including newsletters, web pages, and social media. Her responsibilities also include bridging communication gaps between scientists, stakeholders, and natural resource managers, ensuring effective dissemination of information.
Education and Expertise
Meaghan Emory holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Florida State University, where she studied from 2010 to 2013. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Marine Sciences from the University of South Florida, completing her studies from 2016 to 2019. This academic background provides her with a solid foundation in biological and marine sciences, enhancing her expertise in her current role.
Background
Before joining USGS, Meaghan Emory worked at the Caribbean Fishery Management Council as an Ecosystem Based Fisheries Management Liaison for a brief period in 2019. She also held positions at the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, where she served as an Environmental Specialist I for one month in 2014 and as a Biological Scientist III from 2014 to 2016. These experiences contributed to her understanding of environmental and fisheries management.
Achievements
In her role as an Information Specialist, Meaghan Emory acts as a liaison between the St. Petersburg Coastal and Marine Science Center (SPCMSC), media, and partner organizations. Her ability to facilitate communication among diverse groups is a key aspect of her work, reflecting her commitment to effective information sharing in the field of natural resource management.