Dr. Kristy Wallmo | Natural Resource | Best Researcher Award

Economist at National Marine Fisheries Service, United States

Dr. Kristy Wallmo is an accomplished researcher with extensive expertise in environmental and natural resource economics. With over two decades of experience at NOAA, she has made significant contributions to the sustainable management of marine ecosystems. Her leadership in interdisciplinary research, community engagement, and capacity-building initiatives has helped advance NOAA’s mission. Dr. Wallmo has published over 35 peer-reviewed articles and collaborated on diverse projects, ranging from ecosystem services valuation to consumer preferences for sustainable seafood. She has also led national and international efforts to integrate economics into environmental decision-making.

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Education

🎓 Ph.D. in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics (2003): Michigan State University – Specialized in marine ecosystem services valuation.
🌱 M.S. in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation (1996): University of Florida – Focused on conservation strategies for sustainable ecosystems.
🦎 B.S. in Zoology (1989): University of Georgia – Laid the foundation for a lifelong passion for ecological and economic integration.

work Experience

🌟 Research Economist (2003–present): NOAA – Led innovative projects on economic valuation, policy modeling, and sustainable fisheries management.
🌍 Economist (2002–2003): NOAA National Ocean Service – Directed comparative studies on environmental resource management.
🦒 Researcher (1994–1995): International Union for Conservation of Nature, Uganda – Evaluated adoption of sustainable practices.
📘 Peace Corps Volunteer (1989–1992): São Tomé and Príncipe – Managed infrastructure and community health projects, showcasing global impact.

Awards and honors

🏆 Chair of the Living Marine Resources Cooperative Science Center (2006–2016): Guided initiatives aligning with NOAA’s mission.
📚 Co-PI, NSF Grant: Advanced professional education programs in fisheries science and economics.
🌟 Invited Panelist: Restore America’s Estuaries Blue Ribbon Panel – Shaped protocols for economic valuation in restoration projects.
🎖 Multiple Research Grants: Recognized for exceptional contributions to sustainable marine management.

Research Focus

🌊 Dr. Wallmo’s research integrates economics and environmental science to address global marine conservation challenges. Her work spans ecosystem services valuation, sustainable fisheries policies, and stakeholder engagement. By combining statistical modeling and community-driven approaches, she aims to bridge the gap between ecological sustainability and economic viability.

Skills

Conclusion

Dr. Kristy Wallmo’s expertise and accomplishments make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her leadership, collaborative spirit, and groundbreaking research align closely with the award’s criteria, highlighting her as an exemplary researcher in environmental and marine economics. By addressing the identified areas for improvement, she could further solidify her impact in the field. Recognizing her with this award would underscore the importance of integrating economics and environmental science to address pressing global challenges.

Publications to Noted

Adherence to Best Practices for Stated Preference Valuation within the U.S. Marine Ecosystem Services Literature

Authors: Lew, D.K.; Anderson, L.E.; Lipton, D.W.; Murphy, T.B.; Wallmo, K.

Year: 2022

Citations: 0

Actual versus Hypothetical WTA Stated Values for Recreational Fishing Licenses: Experimental Evidence of Fish Tales

Authors: Steinback, S.; Wallmo, K.; Lovell, S.; Thunberg, E.; Foster, J.

Year: 2019

Citations: 0

Using Choice Models to Inform Large Marine Protected Area Design

Authors: Wallmo, K.; Kosaka, R.

Year: 2017

Citations: 13

Applying a Bioeconomic Model to Recreational Fisheries Management: Groundfish in the Northeast United States

Authors: Lee, M.-Y.; Steinback, S.; Wallmo, K.

Year: 2017

Citations: 38

Intention to Pay for the Protection of Threatened and Endangered Marine Species: Implications for Conservation Program Design

Authors: Pienaar, E.F.; Lew, D.K.; Wallmo, K.

Year: 2017

Citations: 5

Determinants of Saltwater Anglers’ Satisfaction with Fisheries Management: Regional Perspectives in the United States

Authors: Brinson, A.A.; Wallmo, K.

Year: 2017

Citations: 14

Temporal Stability of Stated Preferences for Endangered Species Protection from Choice Experiments

Authors: Lew, D.K.; Wallmo, K.

Year: 2017

Citations: 41

A Comparison of Regional and National Values for Recovering Threatened and Endangered Marine Species in the United States

Authors: Wallmo, K.; Lew, D.K.

Year: 2016

Citations: 21

Assessing a Long-standing Conservation Program: Mariner’s Perspectives on the North Atlantic Right Whale, Eubalaena glacialis, Mandatory Ship Reporting System

Authors: Silber, G.K.; Wallmo, K.

Year: 2016

Citations: 0

Editorial: The Economics of Protected Marine Species: Concepts in Research and Management

Authors: Wallmo, K.; Bisack, K.D.; Lew, D.K.; Squires, D.E.

Year: 2016

Citations: 4

Kristy Wallmo | Natural Resource | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kristy Wallmo | Natural Resource | Best Researcher Award

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