Maureen Wilmot
About Maureen Wilmot
Maureen Wilmot serves as the Director of Operations at the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute, focusing on enhancing organizational resilience and sustainability. With over twenty years of experience in environmental public policy and marine science, she has held various leadership roles in organizations dedicated to ecological advancement.
Current Role at Earthquake Engineering Research Institute
Maureen Wilmot serves as the Director of Operations at the Earthquake Engineering Research Institute, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing organizational resilience and effectiveness. Her responsibilities include overseeing operational strategies that align with the institute's mission to advance earthquake risk reduction and promote sustainable practices.
Previous Experience in Environmental Organizations
Wilmot has extensive experience in various leadership roles within environmental organizations. She worked as the Executive Director at the Organic Farming Research Foundation from 2009 to 2014 and at the Seatuck Environmental Association for one year in 2000. Additionally, she served as the Vice President of Operations and Advancement at the Center for Plant Conservation from 2016 to 2022, contributing to initiatives aimed at conservation and sustainability.
Educational Background in Marine Affairs and Biology
Wilmot has a strong educational foundation in marine affairs and biology. She earned a Master of Arts in Marine Affairs/Marine Policy from the University of Rhode Island between 1983 and 1985. Earlier, she studied Marine Biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz, from 1978 to 1981. She also attended Boston University for a year, focusing on general biology.
Career in Marine Science and Education
Wilmot's career spans over twenty years in marine science and environmental public policy. She held the position of National Education Director for the National Marine Sanctuary Program at NOAA from 1991 to 1999. Her early career included roles such as Director of Public Programs and Volunteers at the Living Coast Discovery Center and a Communication Intern at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
Commitment to Sustainable Communities
Wilmot is dedicated to fostering sustainable and resilient communities, both on land and in marine environments. She aims to connect individuals from diverse fields to achieve shared objectives. Her passion for innovative solutions drives her work in creating impactful programs that address environmental challenges.