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Ann (Mooney) Barlow

Ann (Mooney) Barlow

Graduate Student - Future Reefs Project

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Program Planning Specialist at NOAA National Marine Sanctuaries, Pacific Islands Region

  • Education

    • The University of Queensland

      2006 - 2008
      MSc Conservation Biology

      I was a graduate student researcher in the Coral Ecology and Climate Change Lab (Now the Global Change Institute) as part of the Future Reefs project. We studied the impacts of IPCC-predicted levels of Ocean Acidification on the health of reef-building corals.

    • Pacific Lutheran University

      1999 - 2003
      BS Biology

      Activities and Societies: Varsity swimming I swam for the PLU varsity swim team.

  • Experience

    • The University of Queensland

      Jan 2006 - Jan 2008
      Graduate Student - Future Reefs Project

      I developed and studied field techniques to assess the strength of stony corals cultivated in IPCC-predicted acidified scenarios.

    • BC Endurance Trainings

      Mar 2008 - Aug 2009
      Triathlon Coach

      I helped people reach their goals in multi-sport, endurance events. Primarily I coached swimming, focusing on fundamentals of efficient technique, open water skills and safety.

    • Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument

      Apr 2008 - Aug 2009
      Research Support Technician

      I supported field and research operations to Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, including developing protocols for studying the influence of carbonate atolls and banks on the carbonate system of the coastal waters of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands, and communicating impacts to stakeholders.

    • UNC Marine Science

      Aug 2009 - Dec 2010
      Teaching assistant

    • Coastwise Consulting

      Dec 2010 - Mar 2011
      Endangered Species Observer

    • NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program

      Apr 2011 - Nov 2016

      I coordinated the capacity-building partnership between NOAA and the US Agency for International Development Mission Support Partnership in the Asia/Pacific region. I lead strategic planning and interagency coordination to implement activities supporting sustainable fisheries management, combating illegal fishing, and promoting marine protected area governance and development in the Asia/Pacific. I developed and managed the NOAA OLE team's coordination within US Government agencies, USAID Missions, NGO's and Southeast Asian governments and communities to deliver coordinated training to counter illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing.

      • Senior International Program Specialist

        Apr 2014 - Nov 2016

      • International Program Analyst

        Apr 2011 - Mar 2014

    • National Geographic Society

      Nov 2016 - Dec 2017
      Senior Program Manager

    • Independent

      Jul 2017 - now
      Independent Consultant

      I provide consulting services to support marine and coastal conservation and climate change program design and delivery, training, and capacity building. I focus on collaborative and inclusive processes tailored to meet my clients' needs including facilitation support, curriculum development, and engagement strategies.

    • Oregon State University

      Jan 2018 - Jun 2020
      Pacific Northwest RISA-Climate Impacts Research Consortium (Program Manager/Stakeholder Engagement)

      I wore two hats. One to manage The Pacific Northwest Climate Impacts Research Consortium (CIRC), part of the NOAA Regional Integrated Sciences and Assessments (RISA) program. CIRC connects the latest climate science with communities in the Pacific Northwest. My other hat was to support engagement with stakeholders in the Pacific Northwest using the coproduction model. Coproduction begins with the scientific methodology—defining a question, applying a method, collecting and analyzing data, and interpreting results—and adds a social component to incorporate local values and needs and local information in the development and interpretation of data. Coproduction becomes more than science as the discrete domain of experts. Coproduction is about community, people working together and combining social and scientific values.https://climatecirculatororg.wordpress.com/2018/09/25/introducing-the-spokane-community-adaptation-project/https://climatecirculatororg.wordpress.com/2019/03/12/toolbox-workbook/https://climatecirculatororg.wordpress.com/2019/08/19/work-in-spokane-continues/https://climatecirculatororg.wordpress.com/2020/06/09/spokane-climate-project-our-new-workbook-series-and-goodbye-from-ann/ Show less

    • NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration

      Jun 2020 - now

      I support smooth operations for the Pacific Region's National Marine Sanctuaries I provide facilitation, collaboration, and technical support to the the National Marine Fisheries' mission in the Pacific Region Marine National Monuments. I use my background in coral reef ecology, seawater chemistry, and stakeholder engagement to support place-based management and science necessary to continue to protect our marine resources.

      • Program Planning Specialist

        Jun 2024 - now

      • Natural Resource Management Specialist

        Jun 2020 - Jun 2024

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Ann (Mooney) Barlow
      Team Excellence Award Federal Executive Board Feb 2022 Ann Barlow is awarded a Special Act in recognition of her contributions to Laulima and their Federal Executive Board Team Excellence AwardThe NOAA Fisheries Pacific Islands Regional Office Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team members are committed to supporting and increasing cross-cultural competency by emphasizing place-based values and providing expertise to guide, build upon, and enhance a diverse and inclusive workforce. The newly established team, Laulima, strives to create an open… Show more Ann Barlow is awarded a Special Act in recognition of her contributions to Laulima and their Federal Executive Board Team Excellence AwardThe NOAA Fisheries Pacific Islands Regional Office Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team members are committed to supporting and increasing cross-cultural competency by emphasizing place-based values and providing expertise to guide, build upon, and enhance a diverse and inclusive workforce. The newly established team, Laulima, strives to create an open and inviting office culture that celebrates and supports our unique staff and the different experiences and values that they contribute to our organization. Team members established a charter to set the vision, goals, responsibilities, and operations for Laulima. Members led and facilitated a series of workshops to collect staff input for a comprehensive DE&I action plan. These combined efforts set the stage for a dynamic and inclusive working atmosphere for our unique positioning and workforce here in the Pacific. Show less
    • Awarded to Ann (Mooney) Barlow
      Time Off Award - Climate Workshop Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center Feb 2022 This award recognizes Ann Barlow's exceptional efforts in helping to plan and facilitate the 5th Annual Collaborative Climate Science Workshop. As a component of the Workshop, Ann also took the initiative to plan and lead a special invitational session focused on climate resilience efforts underway at Lalo (French Frigate Shoals). Efforts at Lalo are a high priority to the region given the location's importance to several endangered species. While planning the Workshop, Ann… Show more This award recognizes Ann Barlow's exceptional efforts in helping to plan and facilitate the 5th Annual Collaborative Climate Science Workshop. As a component of the Workshop, Ann also took the initiative to plan and lead a special invitational session focused on climate resilience efforts underway at Lalo (French Frigate Shoals). Efforts at Lalo are a high priority to the region given the location's importance to several endangered species. While planning the Workshop, Ann continually offered creative ideas for engaging Workshop participants across all sessions. Given the current protracted remote work situation, these ideas were particularly valuable. After nearly two years of remote interaction, the Workshop steering committee was searching for innovative ways to engage participants. Beyond suggesting interactive remote platforms, Ann recruited staff to assist with the technical production details of the Workshop (thereby averting much frustration during the Workshop), tested ideas with the NOAA Facilitators Forum, and prepared online platforms prior to the Workshop. As a result of Ann's efforts, the 5th Annual Collaborative Climate Science Workshop was fully devoted to staff interaction. Furthermore, throughout the Workshop preparations, Ann routinely volunteered to prepare needed materials. Ann Barlow was integral to the success of the 5th Annual Collaborative Climate Science Workshop. This award recognizes her valuable work, much of which had the potential to go unseen because it was done behind the scenes and because the Workshop ran so smoothly. Show less
    • Awarded to Ann (Mooney) Barlow
      Time Off Award Pacific Islands Regional Office Mar 2021 Since coming on board in June 2020, Ann Mooney has done an excellent job of handling facilitation of PIRO's Senior Leadership Board. She has developed creative ways to facilitate the weekly SLB updates and to manage weekly meetings. She revamped our SLB meeting update process by creating a google spreadsheet to track our updates throughout the year. This new system is way easier and more time efficient for the senior leaders to manage. It also allows us to see all out SLB updates for the year… Show more Since coming on board in June 2020, Ann Mooney has done an excellent job of handling facilitation of PIRO's Senior Leadership Board. She has developed creative ways to facilitate the weekly SLB updates and to manage weekly meetings. She revamped our SLB meeting update process by creating a google spreadsheet to track our updates throughout the year. This new system is way easier and more time efficient for the senior leaders to manage. It also allows us to see all out SLB updates for the year in one location rather than having to open multiple files. The best part is that the new tracking mechanism does not require us to VPN into the network which saves time and efforts as many folks now have issues using VPN in the mandatory telework setting. Her work has saved us all time and frustration. She also revamped the way we track out meeting notes making it much easier to refer back to past decisions when needed. She also does an excellent job of getting out ahead of materials needed for upcoming meetings. Ann made all of these improvements quickly, with superior communication to all participants, and demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills, customer support, and adaptive management during the roll-out and implementation - despite being brand-new to PIRO and the SLB process. Great job, Ann! Show less
    • Awarded to Ann (Mooney) Barlow
      Special Act Award - Coral Critical Habitat Pacific Islands Regional Office Protected Species Division Jan 2021 PIRO’s Protected Resources Division (PRD), under threat of litigation, issued a proposed rule inNovember 2020 to designate coral critical habitat in the Pacific Island Territories. Typically,PRD would offer the public the opportunity to provide comments during public hearings, whichare typically conducted live and in person in a central location relevant to the proposed rule.Under mandatory evacuation due to the pandemic, PRD could not engage in typical practices andmeet… Show more PIRO’s Protected Resources Division (PRD), under threat of litigation, issued a proposed rule inNovember 2020 to designate coral critical habitat in the Pacific Island Territories. Typically,PRD would offer the public the opportunity to provide comments during public hearings, whichare typically conducted live and in person in a central location relevant to the proposed rule.Under mandatory evacuation due to the pandemic, PRD could not engage in typical practices andmeet with the public in person. PRD assembled a team of staff to develop, and conduct PIRO’sfirst virtual public hearings in January 2021.This ad hoc team is being recognized for their noteworthy dedication, ingenuity, and excellentteam work in surmounting very challenging and unusual work conditions caused by theCOVID19 pandemic to ensure that PIRO PRD successfully and efficiently met the agenciesobligations and the needs of the public. This team conducted two very successful publichearings on NMFS’ proposed critical habitat in January 2021, after weeks of planning. Thegroup conducted the hearings online, on a virtual platform, and these were the first such virtualhearings for a proposed rule for the entire NMFS Protected Resources enterprise. Hearingpreparation was conducted under a tight timeline, following a request of the public to hold ahearing, and required much coordination during the holiday season. These hearings wereunusually complicated for a number of reasons including: the proposed rule was the first of itskind for this region and the Territories, so confusion ran high by members of the public; theprocess for proposing and designating critical habitat is extraordinarily complicated; and PRDproposed critical habitat for 7 coral species that are variously distributed across 17 proposedisland units in 4 US jurisdictions (Guam, CNMI, American Samoa and PRIA) making messagingand the timing of these virtual meetings a challenge. Show less
    • Awarded to Ann (Mooney) Barlow
      Special Act Award - Leadership and Service to the PIRO Awards Committee Pacific Islands Regional Office Directorate 2021
    • Awarded to Ann (Mooney) Barlow
      On the Spot Award Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center Oct 2020 In recognition of your role as a recorder during the 4th Annual Collaborative Climate Science Workshop, you are recommended to receive an On the Spot Award. The virtual platform used for this year's workshop posed a new challenge for all involved. You recorded workshop conversations in real time, capturing both verbal conversations as well as commentary in the platform's chat feature. These records will be the foundation of the workshop report. Recording in the manner that you did is a… Show more In recognition of your role as a recorder during the 4th Annual Collaborative Climate Science Workshop, you are recommended to receive an On the Spot Award. The virtual platform used for this year's workshop posed a new challenge for all involved. You recorded workshop conversations in real time, capturing both verbal conversations as well as commentary in the platform's chat feature. These records will be the foundation of the workshop report. Recording in the manner that you did is a skill. That you were able to do so in a new virtual environment, for several hours uninterrupted, and for a group that included 30 - 50 people, is particularly worth commending. Show less
    • Awarded to Ann (Mooney) Barlow
      On the Spot Award - Outstanding Facilitation Support to Subcommittee on Ocean Science and Technology - 2016
    • Awarded to Ann (Mooney) Barlow
      Exemplary Leadership - USAID Mission Support Partnership The Baldwin Group 2015

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Sole Mate

      Issued by Girls on the Run - DC on Apr 2011
      Girls on the Run - DCAssociated with Ann (Mooney) Barlow